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1. Times Square
Locals might bemoanTimes Square’s touristy hustle and bustle, but the neon wonderland isundeniably New York City's beating heart. Loud and chaotic, the crowdedepicenter is one of the world’s most visited and recognizable touristattractions.
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2. Broadway
Broadway is called the “Great White Way” for the dazzling lights surrounding the popular Times Square portion of this avenue. Take a moment to look in all directions from your spot at the center of Times Square. Every December 31, about 1 million people crowd into this space to watch the 12-foot (3.6-meter) ball drop from One Times Square in celebration of the New Year.
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3. Central Park
When it comes to film credits, no green space in the world can match New York City's Central Park. “When Harry Met Sally,” “Annie Hall,” “Home Alone 2,” and “Sex and the City: The Movie” all feature scenes shot in Manhattan’s iconic park, which opened in 1857 and is renowned as one of the city’s most precious outdoor areas.
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4. Madison Square Garden
Midtown Manhattan has one of the world’s most famous indoor arenas: Madison Square Garden (MSG). Watch the NBA New York Knicks, NHL New York Rangers and WNBA New York Liberty or your favorite big-name concert performers at this huge venue.
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5. Grand Central Terminal
Stand aside from the 750,000 daily visitors rushing to and from their trains and admire the architectural beauty of the majestic Grand Central Terminal. It’s also home to shops and dining options, making it an entertaining one-stop destination.
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6. Rockefeller Center
An ode to 1930s NewYork, Rockefeller Center in Midtown Manhattan fuses the old and the new, and isat the heart of the city’s annual holiday celebrations.
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7. Empire State Building
The Empire StateBuilding is a world-famous landmark, synonymous with New York. It’s renowned asa backdrop in films such as “An Affair to Remember,” “King Kong,” and“Sleepless in Seattle.” In fact, it’s one of the city’s most significant andromantic skyscrapers.
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8. Statue of Liberty
Few buildings conjure up as many emotions as New York’s iconic Statue of Liberty, an awe-inspiring symbol of freedom, hope and democracy standing proud on Liberty Island in New York Harbor.
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9. One World Trade Center
Standing well above its skyscraping neighbors, One World Trade Center is a building that is easily identifiable from New Jersey and from most parts of the boroughs surrounding Manhattan. The reflective sheen of the structure’s glass is easy to mistake for metal, and its isosceles triangular façades give it the appearance of having a twisting motion toward the sky.
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What to do in Jackson Heights
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Times Square
4.5/5(22,891 reviews)
New York’s infamous neon wonderland is hustle and bustle at its best, and an essential stop for all tourists.
Broadway
4.5/5(15,833 reviews)
Visit the dazzling theater district of one of the world’s most exciting cities. Enjoy the shopping, dining and street entertainment as well.
Central Park
4.5/5(16,923 reviews)
Offering blissful respite from Manhattan’s concrete jungle, this is the perfect spot to rest weary feet or enjoy a picnic.
Madison Square Garden
4.5/5(3,458 reviews)
Whether you’re performing here, watching your favorite sports team or entertainer or touring the venue, you’re in for an exciting event.
Rockefeller Center
4.5/5(13,007 reviews)
One of Manhattan’s most iconic developments, this hub of business and entertainment was considered a remarkable feat when it was completed in the late 1930s.
Grand Central Terminal
4.5/5(10,222 reviews)
This majestic, lively hub for commuters is a must-see for architecture buffs.
Empire State Building
4.5/5(7,945 reviews)
No trip to New York is complete without zooming up the top of this iconic building, where the views of Manhattan are unmatchable.
Statue of Liberty
4.5/5(8,235 reviews)
This symbol of freedom, democracy and hope is one of the most famous statues in the world.
One World Trade Center
4.5/5(9,376 reviews)
Enjoy breathtaking views of the city from the observation platform of the tallest building in the Western Hemisphere, near to where the Twin Towers once stood.
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