Places To Visit Nyc

5 Reasons to visit NYC for your holiday

One of America's most well-known cities, New York is a magnet for tourists. Listed below are 5 reasons why you should visit New York City for your holiday.

1. Times Square - The epitome of the hustle and bustle of New York, Times Square is the place to stand unnoticed and watch the city pass you by. From giant billboards advertising the latest Broadway play to extremely talented street performers, Times Square has it all. Just standing for 5 minutes and observing the vibrancy of the area is an experience in itself. The massive Toys'R'Us is an excellent shop in Time Square also, if you have family with you to keep happy.

2. The Statue of Liberty - Over a hundred years old, the Statue of Liberty was originally a gift to America from France. This monument is one hundred and fifty two feet tall and is a symbol of democracy and freedom. It is a New York City landmark not to be missed. This is a piece of American history and a great photo opportunity.

3. The Empire State Building - Catching a glimpse of New York, from the Empire State Building's famous observatory on the eighty-sixth floor, which stands one thousand and fifty feet above ground, is an experience of a lifetime. The view of New York City from the top of the Empire State is second to none and worth every penny.

4. The Metropolitan Museum of Art - If you are an art enthusiast, or even if you only have a basic knowledge of art and art history, a visit to the Metropolitan Museum of Art is an absolute must. Referred to as The Met' by locals, this museum is the largest in the Western hemisphere and houses works of art from all over the world. This is an excellent museum and one of several museums which make NYC an excellent city for museum lovers to visit.

5. Central Park - Eight hundred and forty three acres of lush, scenic landscape make up Central Park. Bicycle paths, lakes and meadows are just some of the elements that go into making Central Park such a favourite spot with locals and tourists alike. In the summer time the park is very vibrant and there is always lots going on. Many people sit by the main lake and listen to music on an i-pod, sit writing and others sun-bathing. Nearby people roller-blade, whilst in the distance families may be pick-nicking. A lot goes on here.