Why New York will be your next travel destination?
Dream destination for many people, setting of series and films, city everyone is talking about, New York is not a city like the others, find out why you have to go to the Big Apple at least once:
To see in real life the city that we see everywhere : it is perhaps the city that we see the most on TV, on the internet or in the newspapers, New York is omnipresent in our lives without our wanting it. It is also the setting for legendary films and series such as The Wolf of Wall Street, Sex and the City, Friends, Gangs of New York and Spider-Man. So it’s time to discover these filming locations and take the place of your favorite heroes.
To circumnavigate the world in one trip : New York is the most cosmopolitan city in the world and the meeting point of many cultures. In a single day, you can travel to Asia by going to Chinatown, making an Italian getaway in Little Italy and many other destinations.
To stroll among the tallest buildings in the USA : it’s a unique experience in the world, walking in the middle of skyscrapers over 300m on average. Some buildings are beautiful like the Chrysler Building or the Empire State Building. After observing them from below, climb to the top of one of them to have a unique view of New York, a guaranteed change of scenery.
To be amazed at every street corner : New York is a city in perpetual motion, everything is bigger and everything goes faster, impossible to get bored. Whatever district of New York you are in, you will be amazed. Even the biggest European cities have the appearance of small villages next to this giant that is New York.
To discover American cuisine : head to New York to try delicious burgers, eat a real hot dog in the street, get into the US rhythm by tasting pancakes, cheesecake, black & white cookies or smoked meat. Rest assured, in New York we spend a lot of calories walking.
To attend an American sports game : sports in the USA are quite different from France, it’s an opportunity to discover famous teams like the Yankees in baseball or to see a basketball match in the legendary Madison Square Garden hall. If you plan ahead, you can catch a baseball game for a few dollars.
What to do while on vacation in New York?
Times Square
They say that Times Square is the place in New York that never sleeps. Nicknamed “the crossroads of the world”, it is the busiest place in the city, the one where all tourists want to take pictures. Times Square exudes a unique atmosphere, animated by these bright neon lights and gigantic screens. We advise you to go there at nightfall, it is the best time to enjoy.
Central Park
It is an essential place in the city, the favorite place of New Yorkers to relax or take a walk. With more than 300 hectares of green space, Central Park is called the “green lung of Manhattan”, where you can bike, boat, walk and even ice skate in winter. Take an afternoon or even a day to do most of the park between its many green paths, thousands of trees, fountains and aquatic spaces.
Rockefeller Center Top of the Rock
This is probably the best view of New York, the spot that allows you to admire the Big Apple from above at 360°. You can climb up to the 70th floor and be at an altitude of 260m to have a breathtaking view of the most beautiful places in the city: Central Park, Times Square, the Empire State Building but also the entire Downtown.
Statue of Liberty
It is one of the emblems of the city, one of the most famous monuments in the world but also a marvelous French creation offered to the United States more than 130 years ago. The Statue of Liberty is symbolic for many New Yorkers, it represents hope, immigration and freedom. To get there, the only solution is a very nice boat trip on the Hudson River, you can enjoy a superb view of New York Bay.
See a show on Broadway
Meet in one of the most mythical streets in the world, the one where the biggest shows in the world are played: The Lion King, Chicago The Musical, West Side Story or Aladdin, the offer is very varied. Attending a show on Broadway is an essential activity, it is the guarantee of attending a magical and unforgettable show.
Brooklyn Bridge
A bridge between Manhattan and Brooklyn, the Brooklyn Bridge is one of the oldest suspension bridges in the city. It features incredible architecture and offers a spectacular view of New York. The crossing takes about thirty minutes, we advise you to come in the morning to take beautiful photos of the Skyline.
