New York City is a city you must see with your own eyes once! With figureheads like the Statue of Liberty, The Empire State Building, the Brooklyn Bridge and Central Park, New York City is a city where you won't get bored easily. When it comes to culture, there is a lot to do here: visit museums like The Metropolitan Museum of Art and the Guggenheim Museum. Go shopping on 5th Avenue and in SoHo and enjoy all the hotspots in this city such as Times Square and Rockefeller Center.
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So much to do and see in New York
Most people visit New York once in a lifetime. So make sure you are well prepared, because you definitely don't want to miss anything in this city! So think carefully in advance about what you want to do and see, because there is so much. Do you go for culture, or do you want to discover the culinary side of the city? Shopping is a must, because the whole city is one big shopping mecca! Don't forget that the Big Apple is bigger than just Manhattan and be sure to discover the neighbourhoods outside, such as Brooklyn and Harlem! Brooklyn in particular is a neighbourhood you don't want to miss, bursting with fun hotspots, parks, museums and shops that are worth a visit. And if we can give you another tip, be sure to try and see the city from above. For example, from the Empire State Building or The Rock, both places offer fantastic views over the city and make you feel truly on top of the world!
Tips for travelling to New York
A city trip to the Big Apple is recommended all year round. Just keep in mind that it can be quite cold in winter, and quite hot in summer. So the best seasons to visit the city are spring and autumn. Spring in particular is great, when Central Park is also at its most beautiful. The weather is lovely in the city then and you can be outside all day. Exactly what you want, because there is just so much to discover here. Be sure to set aside 3-4 days to explore all the hotspots.
We have collected all travel tips and handy facts about travelling to New York for you. Like the 15 coolest things to do in the city, things not to do, the best museums and tips on where to shop. You'll find them all below!
