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  • Kim L
    Spalding, UK28 contributions
    Awesome
    We took a pedicab around Central Park with Frankie’s legs and it was a beautiful sunny day. There was so much history attached to Central Park i was amazed.
    Review of: Central Park
    Written December 3, 2023
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  • Janice P
    Blue Ash, OH9 contributions
    A Must See
    Like everything else in New York City, this museum is world class. Wow certainly not a fun experience, our guide did an amazing job of telling the stories of the victims as well as the heroes of 911. A must see on your visit to New York.
    Review of: The National 9/11 Memorial & Museum
    Written December 8, 2023
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  • ROB M
    London, UK2 contributions
    lovely
    very nice place to visit with family and kid. was there while visiting family and it was a great experience.
    Review of: The Metropolitan Museum of Art
    Written December 6, 2023
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  • javiercastroburgos88
    Juncos, Puerto Rico1 contribution
    Empire State Building
    Great view and experience! You enjoy the history of how was build and amazing view of the city. We love it!
    Review of: Empire State Building
    Written December 9, 2023
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  • Lois
    Iowa City, IA4 contributions
    Great view, walking path, park.
    Great view of NYC from here! We loved the perspective from above, the gardens were great, clean, well populated. Felt very safe. Enjoyed. I would do every day.
    Review of: The High Line
    Written December 8, 2023
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  • Travel R
    Rochester, MN1,710 contributions
    Fun area
    Nice area and while there is a homeless presence I think rates we never felt unsafe.ots of people around and well lit and fun atmosphere.
    Review of: Broadway
    Written November 24, 2023
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  • H T
    8 contributions
    Unbeatable views
    Absolutely beautiful views, well worth the money. I would recommend booking for sunset and watching the city light up.
    Review of: Top of the Rock
    Written December 7, 2023
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  • Michele M
    Cambridge, NY28 contributions
    Lovely Property
    Beautiful restful hotel. Definitely accomplished a spa feel throughout. View from room was wonderful. Staff were very gracious.
    Review of: Brooklyn Bridge
    Written December 9, 2023
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  • Marc_and_Kim_Z
    National Harbor, MD2,235 contributions
    Easy to do
    Ordered tickets in line. The lines looked overwhelming but everything moved quickly. Boat ride to the statue was quick. Skipped Elis island on the way back so all in all less than 3 hours. Worth it!
    Review of: Statue of Liberty
    Written December 1, 2023
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  • Jack
    Old Bethpage, NY770 contributions
    Beautiful station!
    Grand Central Station is a gorgeous station especially during Christmas time as there is a holiday market and wreaths hung. I highly recommend stopping in here even if it’s just to admire the stunning architecture, especially during Christmas.
    Review of: Grand Central Terminal
    Written December 6, 2023
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  • Kim L
    Spalding, UK28 contributions
    Stunning
    We took a river cruise and was lucky to see the skyline at night. Wow words fail me. Highly recommend.
    Review of: Manhattan Skyline
    Written December 3, 2023
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  • Ladyyy2013
    Grantham, UK223 contributions
    Bustle and Lights.
    Dry well lit. Interesting stores, lots of people - and lights! Subway station here is also well lit.
    Review of: Times Square
    Written December 7, 2023
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  • Jack
    Old Bethpage, NY770 contributions
    Great during Christmas!
    Rockefeller Center is a must if you are in the city during Christmas time. Unfortunately the tree wasn’t lit up when I went, but it was still cool to see all of the Christmas decorations and the ice skating rink. Overall, I highly recommend!
    Review of: Rockefeller Center
    Written December 6, 2023
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  • Eva
    Bothell, WA163 contributions
    Stunning and a true landmark
    Breathtaking…it literally took mine and my moms breath away. Absolutely stunning especially decorated for Christmas.

    Even with the crowds, you could move through nicely and really appreciate the architecture and spiritual feeling.

    A must, even for those not religious. Just simply appreciate the monument.
    Review of: St. Patrick's Cathedral
    Written December 8, 2023
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  • Plumbus_1
    Blandford Forum, UK24 contributions
    Nice view, great lifts (elevators)
    Chose this over Empire State as was more convenient for then doing Statue of Liberty.

    It was a wise choice as from the interactive ride up through the "big reveal" to uninterrupted views, the experience was good.

    Elevator down was a great experience that is almost worth the trip in its own right.
    Review of: One World Observatory
    Written November 24, 2023
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