New
York offers a world of things to do all in one place.
Children love New York because it's a city full of dinosaurs,
parks, ships, the world's greatest toy stores, ballerinas, TV
and movie stars, giant buildings, great stuff to eat, IMAX
movies, exciting theater. Adults love New York because it is
full of performing arts, history, culture and special events
that cannot be found anyplace else in the world. Below
we have highlighted some of the more popular attractions and
activities for adults and children alike. Please use the
information to plan a great trip to New York City.
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Attractions & Activities
Bronx
Zoo - The
nation's largest urban zoo is home to more than 4,000 animals on
265 acres of woods, ponds, streams, and parkland. Bronx
River Pkwy. and Fordham Rd., tel. 718/367-1010.
Times
Square -
One of New York's principal energy centers, Times Square is one
of many New York City "squares" that are actually
triangles formed by the angle of Broadway slashing across a
major avenue -- in this case it crosses 7th Avenue at 42nd
Street. Redevelopment on and around 42nd Street, long in the
works, is dramatically transforming Times Square and the
surrounding Broadway Theater District: The lights are just as
bright, but not so tawdry.
Statue
of Liberty -
Lady Liberty has enjoyed a remarkable resurgence of popularity
following her centennial restoration in 1986: You may have to
wait three hours to take the elevator 10 stories to the top of
the pedestal. The strong of heart and limb can climb another 12
stories to the crown. Liberty Island, tel. 212/363-3200.
Central
Park Wildlife Center - Home to polar bears,
penguins, monkeys, sea lions, and more in spectacular natural
habitats. Phone: 212-439-6574
Millbrook
Vineyard & Winery - Critically acclaimed as
the Hudson Valley's #1 winery. Open for tours and wine tastings
throughout the year. Special events, such as outdoor concerts,
take place during the summer months. Located 90 minutes north of
NYC on the East side of the river. Phone: 914-677-8383 /
800-662-9463
New
York Aquarium - 300 species, 14 acres, daily
dolphin shows, up-close walrus encounters. Gift shop,
restaurant, parking. Alternative meeting settings offer
flexibility and full-service. Group tours: 10-50. Private rooms:
5-7; capacity: 500-800 sit-down, 5-500 reception. Phone:
718-265-3426
New
York Botanical Garden - One of America's foremost
public gardens. National Historic Landmark. A World of Plants
(from the rain forests to the deserts) in the newly-reopened
Enid A. Haupt Conservatory. Group tours: 20-120. Private rooms:
5; capacity: 20-425. Phone: 718-817-8705
New
York Hall of Science - Visit NYC's only hands-on
science center, featuring 200 exciting exhibits. Admission. Gift
shop, bookstore. Food service. Multilingual. Six function rooms,
capacity 300-1000. Bus parking. Phone: 718-699-0005
New
York Skyride - A big screen thrill ride of New
York City located on the second floor of the Empire State
Building. You'll travel over, under, and even through some of
New York's most spectacular sights. It's the most exciting way
to experience the 'Real New York.'. Phone: 212-564-2224
Coney
Island
- A beautiful boardwalk, a lovely beach, and one of
the scariest roller coasters in the world -- the Cyclone!
Brooklyn. 718/266-1234.
Wave
Hill
- A 28-acre former estate overlooking the Hudson
River. Greenhouses, gardens, concerts, exhibits, and workshops.
The Bronx. 718/549-3200.
Flushing
Meadows - Corona Park
- Former site of two world's fairs, the park is now
home to a zoo, a hall of science, an ice skating rink, the
United States Tennis Association Center (site of the annual U.S.
Open) and a museum featuring the
world's largest scale model (835,000 buildings!) of New York
City. This park is home to the Unisphere (enormous model globe)
and the two structures used as space getaway vehicles in the
movie "Men in Black." Queens. 718/760-6600.
New
York offers a world of things to do all in one place.
Children love New York because it's a city full of dinosaurs,
parks, ships, the world's greatest toy stores, ballerinas, TV
and movie stars, giant buildings, great stuff to eat, IMAX
movies, exciting theater. Adults love New York because it is
full of performing arts, history, culture and special events
that cannot be found anyplace else in the world. Below
we have highlighted some of the more popular attractions and
activities for adults and children alike. Please use the
information to plan a great trip to New York City.
