Introduction About the City
Spread over 24 Sq. Mile in total. New York City is sure to delight you and truly has something for everyone. Bar-be-cue. Ethiopean? Korean? Turkish or Malaysian? Or Indian? Check, Check, Check. The possibilities are endless in the Big Apple. New York is a multi-cultured capital of finance, fashion, having over 20000 restaurants. Whatever you want - world-class museums, lively theater district, arts ad music scene & anything - it is here.
When To visit?
Generally, Mid September to October & March to June are really wonderful time to visit. During these periods, weather tends to be good for roaming around and teh crowds are manageable.
How To visit? & How to Get Around?
By Road or By Air. You can visit by road if you are within US or from nearby countries.
By Air, you can arrive at any of the 3 major airports. (1) John F. Kennedy International Airport (1 hour driving time from Mid-town Manhattan. (2) LaGuardia Airport (30 minutes drive from Mid-town) & (3) Newark International Airport (around 45 minutes from Mid-town). But during peak hours (8 AM-10 AM & 3 PM-6PM) it might take twice time to travel to and from from any of these 3 airports.
Grab NYC-licensed cab at the airport. Fare to Manhattan might range from flat rate of $50 plus tolls & 15-20% Tips.
You have three options to roam around New York City (1) By Car Driving Manhattan's crowded streets is a fun. Free parking is almost impossible to find, and paid spots are very expensive. If you have come to New York by Car, park it in hotel's lot. Or look for packages that include free parking. (2) By Subway or Bus The Buses and Subways are safe here, promot and easy to navigate. Plan your travels to avoid peak hours (8-9:30 AM & 4-6 PM). (3) By Taxi Hire only the licensed cabs. Non-licensed gypsys can be very expensive.
You can pay your fare by swiping your Debit or Credit Card or by cash. You will have to pay additional charges for trips & tolls outside metropolitan area. Also surcharge for travelling between 8 PM and 6 PM & peak weekdays between 4 PM and 8 PM.
What To visit?
If you are here just for 1 day:- Head Downtown. Walk along Wall Street.
If you are here for 2 days:- Pick a museum. Metropolitan or the Museum of Modern Art for adults, Natural History for kids. Spend as much time as you like exploring.
If you are here just for 3 days:- Head to (crowded) Time Square. Utterly fabricated for tourists. Keep in mind, here shopping and food are expensive.
If you are here for 4 days:- Time to swipe your Debit / Credit Cards. Explore artisans' stalls at Flea Market at Columbus between 76 & 77 Streets). Visit world's largest Department Store - Macy - at 151 W, 34th Street) & 5th Avenue (50th to 59th Streets) Shoppers' paradise.
If you are here for 5 days:- Visit big museums like New York City Museum, Central Park, Zoo. And a special spot - Conservatory Garden - which has plantings in the traditional styles of Italian, French & English Gardens.
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