The Top of the Rock Observation Decks only re-opened late 2005. This is nowhere near as crowded as the Empire State Building , and the views are far more superior than from the Empire. Initially...
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#1 of 1,312 attractions in New York City
Attraction type: Observation deck/tower
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- Jul 23, 2008 "A good visit"
- Jul 22, 2008 "Top of the Rock beats Empire State Building"
- Jul 21, 2008 "great view"
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#2 of 1,312 attractions in New York City
Attraction type: Theater
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- Jul 1, 2008 "great play"
- Jun 29, 2008 "Amazing!!!"
- Jun 26, 2008 "Awesome"
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#3 of 1,312 attractions in New York City
Ground Zero Museum Workshop: Images & Artifacts from the Recovery Stunning Images by Official Ground Zero Photographer Gary Marlon Suson. "Rare Photos" (New York Times) are displayed, some in lifelike 3D installations, as well as remnants & rare video. Daily one-hour tours. Benefits 9/11 Charity. "Incredible Images" says Fox News Channel.
Attraction type: Museum
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- Jul 15, 2008 "Most Important thing to do when in New York!"
- Jul 7, 2008 "Very Informative"
- May 27, 2008 "Very touching"
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#4 of 1,312 attractions in New York City
Attraction type: Group tour/boat
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- Jul 18, 2008 "Lots of stuff and so little time..."
- Jul 7, 2008 "A great overview of NYC"
- Jul 6, 2008 "A cannot miss"
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#5 of 1,312 attractions in New York City
Attraction type: Tour
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- Jul 15, 2008 "Best service in NYC - a must"
- Jul 15, 2008 "Love The Big Apple (Greeter)"
- Jul 15, 2008 "Great service! Book early!"
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#6 of 1,312 attractions in New York City
A great place for a stroll. You can start anywhere you'd like.Just walk in at 59th and wander in. Check out the local artists and their wares. Head over to the zoo. Check out the Dairy, which is now...
Attraction type: Urban park; Other; Park; Tour
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- Jul 15, 2008 "so much to see and do..."
- Jul 11, 2008 "Great ride in Central Park"
- Jun 27, 2008 "Great Place to Relax or Work Out!"
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#7 of 1,312 attractions in New York City
Attraction type: Historic walking area; Tour
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- Jul 16, 2008 "I more authentic Harlem experience has never been had"
- Jul 7, 2008 "Amazing step back into history and look at the present and future of Harlem"
- Jun 28, 2008 "Living history at its best"
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#8 of 1,312 attractions in New York City
You need to get there early. Catch the first ferry to the Statue of Liberty and look around. After that you can catch another ferry to Ellis Island. The ferries run regularly. There is also a...
Attraction type: History museum; Historic site; Island; Other
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- Jul 22, 2008 "A Must See"
- Jul 17, 2008 "Make sure you do the audio tour."
- Jul 16, 2008 "OK but not the Statue of Liberty"
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#9 of 1,312 attractions in New York City
The most famous theater district in the world.
Attraction type: Theater district; Street
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- Jul 10, 2008 "Loved it"
- Jul 3, 2008 "Ph-fantastic Phantom"
- Jun 27, 2008 "Excellent Show!"
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#10 of 1,312 attractions in New York City
The Metropolitan Museum of Art is the largest encyclopedic art museum in the world under a single roof. Art from all periods and cultures is displayed. Recent renovations, still in progress, have...
Attraction type: Art museum; Other; Art gallery
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- Jul 2, 2008 "Highlights Tour"
- Jun 22, 2008 "An Absolute MUST for History and Art Lovers!"
- Jun 20, 2008 "Breathtaking!"
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#11 of 1,312 attractions in New York City
Opened in 1913, and one of America's busiest terminals, Grand Central boasts a wide array of shops and restaurants to serve the more than 500,000 travelers who pass through every day.
Attraction type: Architectural building; Landmark/point of interest; Other
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- Jul 15, 2008 "A beautiful big space"
- Jul 3, 2008 "Magical (and less crowded) at night"
- Apr 18, 2008 "Spend Some Time Here"
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#12 of 1,312 attractions in New York City
This museum, located in an actual tenement, is dedicated to interpreting and preserving the history of the immigrant experience on New York City's Lower East Side.
Attraction type: History museum; Other
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- Jul 8, 2008 "an important aspect of New York (and the rest of the country)"
- May 18, 2008 "Lack of sympathy"
- Apr 18, 2008 "Wonderful living history"
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#13 of 1,312 attractions in New York City
A haven for readers and anyone seeking respite from the city bustle.
Attraction type: Urban park
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- Jul 13, 2008 "A slice of paradise"
- Jun 22, 2008 "Wonderful"
- Jun 8, 2008 "Exceeded Expectations"
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#14 of 1,312 attractions in New York City
Like a small town within Manhattan, the Village has narrow tree-lined streets and brick townhouses.
Attraction type: Neighborhood
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- Jul 15, 2008 "A beautiful part of new york..."
- Jul 3, 2008 "The 'real' New York"
- Jun 15, 2008 "Wish I could have spent more time here!"
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#15 of 1,312 attractions in New York City
Used for sightseeing and transportation for commuters.
Attraction type: Ferry
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- Jul 15, 2008 "a free view of miss liberty!"
- May 20, 2008 "Another little gem in New York - and it's free"
- May 10, 2008 "Best tourist way into manhattan"
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#16 of 1,312 attractions in New York City
In November 2005, the observation deck at the Top of the Rock reopened . I'd seen this deck in the film "On the Town" and had always fancied visiting, so was thrilled that it was open for our New...
Attraction type: Town center/square/plaza; Architectural building; Landmark/point of interest; Other
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- Apr 1, 2008 "studio tour"
- Feb 18, 2008 "Not like in the movies!"
- Feb 17, 2008 "Ice Skating - Miserable!"
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#17 of 1,312 attractions in New York City
Branch of the Metropolitan Museum of Art that was constructed out of sections of French medieval monasteries, offers an extensive collection of statues, paintings, stained glass windows and tapestries.
Attraction type: Art museum; Other
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- Jul 18, 2008 "peaceful place to visit in the hectic city"
- May 9, 2008 "Couldn't believe we were still in Manhattan"
- Apr 2, 2008 "Peace and quiet!"
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#18 of 1,312 attractions in New York City
Attraction type: Shop; Mall; Museum; Specialty shop
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- Jun 16, 2008 "Cute, but crowded!"
- Apr 27, 2008 "It is a little girl's dream!"
- Apr 18, 2008 "What Fun!!!"
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#19 of 1,312 attractions in New York City
Attraction type: Specialty shop; Town center/square/plaza; Neighborhood; Theater district
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- Apr 19, 2008 "Can't go Wrong with Kids"
- Apr 11, 2008 "Ferris Wheel in Times Square"
- Jan 5, 2008 "Love it! A must!"
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#20 of 1,312 attractions in New York City
From some locations in NYC it is easier to get to Grand Central Station than to Times Square. The "S" - 42 Street Shuttle subway train runs from Grand Central Station to Times Square. Used as sort of...
Attraction type: Town center/square/plaza; Theater district; Other; Neighborhood
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- Jul 15, 2008 "worth checking...once!"
- Jun 10, 2008 "very busy place"
- May 30, 2008 "Love it!!!"
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