This is fourth in a series of states, where I highlight my time spent in a state. These are my own recommendations of restaurants and things to do, and I hope to share my perspective. I hope to visit all 50 states in my lifetime to see the sights and learn about each area.
New York
The best way into New York City is I-95 from NJ, PA or south of here. The train is $30 round trip from Trenton. If you really don't have to drive, use the train or other public transportation. The streets are crowded with mostly taxis, and the parking is expensive.
If you do not like crowds, I would not recommend going to downtown Manhattan after Thanksgiving through New Year's Day. Not only is it crowded, it is cold, and there is a lot of walking around the city to get to place to place. Your toes will be numb and face wind burn from the cold air, so bundle wisely!
I would go in the morning and during the day to get a head start. Head up to the Empire State Building first. The lines on a busy Friday or Saturday are very long, so be prepared to wait at least an hour or two. See 360 degree views of the city with the sights of the Chrysler Building, the Statue of Liberty, and others. A Statue of Liberty visit needs reservations to take the boat out to Liberty Island. These are sometimes booked up a few months in advance. Be prepared to walk up many steps to get to her crown.
If you must see the holiday decorations around the city, start with the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade, and join in the crowds for some fun events. The sites at night, such as Times Square and the Rockefeller Tree are particularly tourist worthy. For night life, catch the Rockettes at Rockefeller Center or a Broadway show.
There is a huge celebration on New Year's Eve in Times Square. This is a ridiculous gathering that rings in the new year by watching the ball drop on this main street of New York.
Do not miss these art and history museums: MOMA, Guggenheim Museum, Metropolitan Museum of Art, and the Museum of Natural History.
Central Park could be a day's journey. It contains a zoo, an ice skating rink, Belvedere Castle, Bow Bridge and other bridges, a Carousel, sports fields, playgrounds, conservatories, memorials, trails and more.
Take a moment to reflect and visit Ground Zero, where the World Trade Center once stood.
For restaurant ideas in Manhattan, try one of Gordon Ramsey's restaurants, such as The Maze at the London. Pizza and bagels are New York City's staple foods. Have a cupcake at the Magnolia Bakery.
Visit Long Island for the beach in the summer.
New York
The best way into New York City is I-95 from NJ, PA or south of here. The train is $30 round trip from Trenton. If you really don't have to drive, use the train or other public transportation. The streets are crowded with mostly taxis, and the parking is expensive.
If you do not like crowds, I would not recommend going to downtown Manhattan after Thanksgiving through New Year's Day. Not only is it crowded, it is cold, and there is a lot of walking around the city to get to place to place. Your toes will be numb and face wind burn from the cold air, so bundle wisely!
I would go in the morning and during the day to get a head start. Head up to the Empire State Building first. The lines on a busy Friday or Saturday are very long, so be prepared to wait at least an hour or two. See 360 degree views of the city with the sights of the Chrysler Building, the Statue of Liberty, and others. A Statue of Liberty visit needs reservations to take the boat out to Liberty Island. These are sometimes booked up a few months in advance. Be prepared to walk up many steps to get to her crown.
If you must see the holiday decorations around the city, start with the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade, and join in the crowds for some fun events. The sites at night, such as Times Square and the Rockefeller Tree are particularly tourist worthy. For night life, catch the Rockettes at Rockefeller Center or a Broadway show.
There is a huge celebration on New Year's Eve in Times Square. This is a ridiculous gathering that rings in the new year by watching the ball drop on this main street of New York.
Do not miss these art and history museums: MOMA, Guggenheim Museum, Metropolitan Museum of Art, and the Museum of Natural History.
Central Park could be a day's journey. It contains a zoo, an ice skating rink, Belvedere Castle, Bow Bridge and other bridges, a Carousel, sports fields, playgrounds, conservatories, memorials, trails and more.
Take a moment to reflect and visit Ground Zero, where the World Trade Center once stood.
For restaurant ideas in Manhattan, try one of Gordon Ramsey's restaurants, such as The Maze at the London. Pizza and bagels are New York City's staple foods. Have a cupcake at the Magnolia Bakery.
Visit Long Island for the beach in the summer.
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