New York City, also called Big Apple, is one of the largest and most populous metropolitan areas in the world. It served as the capital of United States from 1785 to 1790 and is the wealthiest American city for the past two centuries. It traces its development to the consolidation of the five boroughs: Manhattan, Brooklyn, Staten Island, The Bronx and Queens in 1989. It boasts of architecturally noteworthy buildings and iconic landmarks that was shown in several Hollywood films.
With plenty of things to see in the city, touring companies offer different ways to discover New York. You can explore the city with a relaxing cruise that gives you magnificent view of the New York skyline and the Statue of Liberty. If you have a big budget and would want to see New York in a different scene, then touring the city via helicopter is something that you should try. It gives you a bird’s eye view of the city that is unimaginable from the ground. Staying fit while on vacation in New York City is possible by joining a biking tour. It allows you to see great sights in the city and at the same time it enables you to exercise. You can bike by the famous Brooklyn Bridge, Hudson River Park or circle around Central Park. Double Decker bus tour is also a great way to roam around the city. This is a great way of seeing the amazing sights in the city at your own pace since you can spend as much time as you want exploring the attractions before boarding the bus going to the next destination.
The must see places in New York are the following:
* Statue of Liberty
* The Empire State Building Observatory
* Museum of Modern Art
* American Museum of Natural History
* Rockefeller Center
* Radio City Music Hall
* Central Park
* Grand Central Terminal
* Top of the Rock Observation Deck
* Fifth Avenue
* Times Square
* Madame Tussauds Museum
* Ground Zero Museum
So, whether you’re planning a romantic weekend getaway with a special someone, or a family tour, this city has endless options to offer because New York is for shopaholics, art connoisseurs, and also for those who just simply love to go sight seeing.