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  • Barbra S
    Arvada, CO104 contributions
    Review of: The National 9/11 Memorial & Museum
    Beautiful Tribute
    This museum reminded us of the Holocaust Museum in DC. It is a beautiful tribute and has the blend of an informative museum and a memorial site. Highly recommend.
    Written June 21, 2022
    This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC.
  • Portland_OregonSadie
    Salem, OR126 contributions
    Review of: The Metropolitan Museum of Art
    Amazing Museum!
    Spent the entire day here, and loved it. Best art museum in the United States. I spent the most time in the American and European painting wings. Also, the multiple workers I had an exchange with were very kind and helpful.
    Written June 25, 2022
    This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC.
  • myatt83
    Clifton Park, NY20 contributions
    Review of: Central Park
    Classic location, must see.
    Central Park is awesome. Great place to explore to get away from the concrete jungle of the city. Lots of little mini sites to see as seen in countless tv shows and movies.
    Written June 24, 2022
    This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC.
  • epicsys1
    Tuscaloosa, AL1 contribution
    Review of: Empire State Building
    Breathtaking
    If you have never been to NYC, nothing will prepare you for how the view strikes you when you walk out the doors on the 86th floor at night! It's one of those things that you can't use words to explain.
    Written June 23, 2022
    This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC.
  • Grace R
    12 contributions
    Review of: Top of the Rock
    Worth the effort for the view
    We went late at night, and there was still a decent amount of people there. I wouldn't commit too much time to the wait. Seems like the would tour could be painful if busy.
    Written June 18, 2022
    This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC.
  • Stark B
    33 contributions
    Review of: Statue of Liberty
    Marked off the Bucket List
    Part of being an American in one of the biggest American cities! Took the tour and learned a great deal!
    Written June 23, 2022
    This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC.
  • gjfromwa
    Portland, OR176 contributions
    Review of: Brooklyn Bridge
    Iconic bridge with a view
    It was nice to walk just an iconic structure and also read about the history of it and how it came to be. Offers some nice views as well. Good to do once.
    Written June 24, 2022
    This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC.
  • B1714D
    Belgrade, Serbia13,456 contributions
    Review of: Manhattan Skyline
    List of best FREE Manhattan viewpoints
    In this review I wont bother you with skyscrapers top viewpoints as everybody knows they're great, but they're costing some 30-40 bucks per person.
    I give you my list of totally FREE viewpoints from where you can enjoy the NYC skyline I managed to visit during my 3 visits over the years to this fabulous city.
    Ranking is based on geographical position, NOT on the beauty of the view, starting from east, over south to western viewpoints.
    1. Pepsi Cola sign - terrific midtown views
    2. Gantry Plaza park - very similar, little bit south
    3. Domino Park - views between midtown and downtown
    4. Dumbo and Brooklyn bridge park - excellent lower Manhattan views
    5. WALK over the Brooklyn bridge from Brooklyn towards Manhattan
    6. Staten island ferry - excellent views of the southern Manhattan (same views as from Liberty statue ferry, but Staten island ferry is free),
    7. Empty sky Memorial - great south Manhattan views from Jersey side
    8. Maxwell Park on the Jersey side
    Written June 16, 2022
    This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC.
  • Furterbrown
    Bathurst, Australia634 contributions
    Review of: The High Line
    Awesome waking path
    I would walk this every day if I lived here. Great views, peaceful and beautiful gardens and paths. You’re on top of NY and I can imagine you would see something new every time you walk it. You also get a glimpse into NY’ers lives and homes!
    Written June 22, 2022
    This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC.
  • gjfromwa
    Portland, OR176 contributions
    Review of: One World Observatory
    Offers a sweeping view of the NYC/NJ area
    Go on a clear day as you can and have your view limited if there are any clouds. We were lucky and got great views to see all around, Quick up and down. Worth doing once.
    Written June 24, 2022
    This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC.
  • yasemin2k
    Florida105 contributions
    Review of: Grand Central Terminal
    Big and pretty inside
    If you are staying in Manhattan and close to Time Square area this is not far at all. It is on 42nd St. and definitely worth to visit and take some good pics .
    Written June 25, 2022
    This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC.
  • ExploreWorld9732
    Saint Paul, MN78 contributions
    Review of: The Met Cloisters
    Wonderful Treasure
    Beautiful surroundings for a fabulous museum! This is a treasure trove of medieval art. We spent the better part of a day there. Pack a bag lunch, as we found the little restaurant expensive & not very good—& we aren’t hard to please!
    Written June 12, 2022
    This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC.
  • batmom99
    Brooklyn Park, MN119 contributions
    Review of: Rockefeller Center
    Summer beauty
    I forgot how lovely this is in summer, as we often visited in winter to see the tree. The space was decorated with Pride flags and all the flowers were lovely. Daughter and I sat by the Prometheus fountain and watched all the roller skaters where the ice skaters are in winter. Free and a good place to rest and people watch for a bit.
    Written June 21, 2022
    This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC.
  • Sarah P
    21 contributions
    Review of: Radio City Music Hall
    Olivia Rodrigo concert in a beautiful location
    Never been to RCMH before. I loved it. The inside of the building was a iconic and beautiful as the outside. Went in April to see Olivia Rodrigo there and what a show!
    Written May 2, 2022
    This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC.
  • Noel L
    Morisset, Australia160 contributions
    Review of: Bryant Park
    Visited on a Sunday - Great Location to Relax
    Visiting Bryant Park on a Sunday was excellent with all it's Art and Craft pop up shops, pop up musicians and what a great space for family and friends to meet, sit on the grass or tables and chairs on the outer.
    Written June 23, 2022
    This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC.
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