| New York City is a favourite for travellers from | | | | If you just want to see the Statue of Liberty |
| the United States and for visitors from around | | | | from the harbor, you could take the free Staten |
| the world. It's one of those must see cities right | | | | Island Ferry from Lower Manhattan over and |
| up there with London, Paris and Rome. | | | | back for great photo opportunities. |
| So where do you start with a city that offers so | | | | See the Empire State Building. Take the elevator |
| much? Well, any self-respecting tourist has to hit | | | | to the observation platform for a great view of |
| the tourist highlights, so unless you have a | | | | the city. There is an admission fee, and often a |
| particular agenda, you'll probably want to visit this | | | | long line. |
| short list. | | | | Take a walk in Central Park. There are lakes and |
| You can certainly see New York City on your | | | | open spaces right there in the middle of the city. |
| own, but if your time is short or you'd like a quick | | | | It's a great place to get away from the hubbub |
| overview, you might want to consider a city tour. | | | | of the city and maybe have a picnic. |
| Another option is to check into one of the | | | | Visit the Metropolitan Museum of Art with it's |
| sightseeing city passes that are available; they can | | | | extensive collections of painting and ancient art. It |
| save you time and money. | | | | is located on the east side of Central Park at Fifth |
| To start with you'll probably want to visit the | | | | Avenue and 82nd Street. The American Museum |
| Statue of Liberty. There is no admission fee for | | | | of Natural History is on the other side of the Park |
| the island that she stands on, but you must buy a | | | | at Central Park West at 79th Street. |
| ferry ticket to get there for about $12 for adults. | | | | See the Museum of Modern Art and the |
| If you want to go into the Statue of Liberty, you | | | | Guggenheim Museum. Or try the Frick Collection |
| must reserve a free "Monument Pass". These | | | | to see stunning art and get a peek at what a |
| passes are time specific, meaning you have to go | | | | New York mansion from the early 1900s looked |
| in at the time you have reserved. | | | | like. |
| Security onto Liberty Island is as serious as it is | | | | And if you're ready to get back outside, how |
| for getting onto an airliner these days. You will | | | | about a little shopping or at least window |
| have to clear a security screening before boarding | | | | shopping? Take a stroll down Fifth Avenue. Or |
| the ferry. There will be a second security | | | | see Times Square where New Yorkers and |
| screening if you have a Monument Pass for | | | | visitors celebrate New Year's Eve, and where you |
| entering the Statue of Liberty. Allow plenty of | | | | can find out more about Broadway plays. |
| time... probably 2-3 hours. | | | | And all this is just for starters, so bring good |
| You can also visit Ellis Island. Again there is no | | | | walking shoes and enjoy New York City. |
| admission fee, but you must pay for the ferry. | | | | This travel tip is brought to you by Stuart Hely, |
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| ride from Battery Park. The ferry circles from | | | | Coast Accommodation. Check us out for the best |
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| the city. Check the ferry schedule for details. | | | | Beaches. |