New York City is a place that is on most people’s bucket lists. So, when you start planning your trip, you want to be sure that it is both magical and memorable for all of the right reasons. If you do not plan out your trip you may waste your vacation, and you may never embrace all that NYC has to offer. So, what do you need to start focusing your time and efforts on to ensure your trip is as fantastic as it can be?
Visit the Statue of Liberty
The iconic site that is the Statue of Liberty is beautiful and awe-inspiring, no matter what time of the year you choose to visit. Taking a scenic ferry ride to get to the island where the statue is located will help to build anticipation and excitement. When you reach the statue you can choose to take a guided tour with an informative host or explore at your leisure with an audio tour. If you are not a fan of large crowds then consider opting for an early tour.
Take in Everything the City Has to Offer
NYC is known for its fabulous sites and attractions such as the Rockefeller Center, but it is also known for other things such as the opportunity to have breakfast at Tiffany’s. There are also plenty of museums to visit throughout the year, like the One World Trade Center, and you will find that live music and events are only a short cab ride away. Immersing yourself in the lifestyle in New York and embracing everything that is on offer will help you make those memories that last a lifetime.
Take a Walking Tour
If you are not careful, you can spend a lot of your time traveling around the city getting to and from your destinations. To stop this cycle, you need to take things back to basics. Going on a walking tour of parts of the city can give you a real insight into what is on offer, and what different parts of the city really feel like. There are a lot of free walking tours, but there are also guided ones that are informative. Touring Lower Manhattan on foot and walking through the streets of Harlem and discovering the music and history along the way will awaken all of your senses.
Visit Central Park
You cannot have a magical and memorable trip to NYC without visiting Central Park on at least one occasion. Being able to relax and take in nature in this vast and beautiful park while still being in the middle of a city is truly magical. The park changes throughout the year, and depending on when you visit, you may be able to catch a tour or even check out a show at the Marionette Theater. There is always lots to see and do in this park, whether you fancy a brisk stroll or a slow amble to soak in the local culture and life.
