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What to See in New York
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Overview
New York is more a city of neighborhoods and atmospheres than of monuments, unlike Paris, for example. So, beyond a few specific sites to visit, it’s best discovered by wandering more or less at random through its streets and avenues.
UNESCO World Heritage
Statue of Liberty
Undoubtedly the most famous statue in the world, it is also a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Located on Liberty Island, it is part of the State and City of New York, even though it is entirely surrounded by the waters of New Jersey.
Undoubtedly the most famous statue in the world, it is also a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Located on Liberty Island, it is part of the State and City of New York, even though it is entirely surrounded by the waters of New Jersey.
By Neighborhood
Boroughs and Neighborhoods
The city of New York consists of five boroughs, each containing various neighborhoods that visitors often enjoy.
The Bronx
For a long time, this was the city’s poorest—and one of its most notorious—areas (the origin of the phrase). The neighborhood has since transformed and, while not one of the most visited, it can be fascinating for its unique culture, shaped by its large Hispanic and Black communities.
For a long time, this was the city’s poorest—and one of its most notorious—areas (the origin of the phrase). The neighborhood has since transformed and, while not one of the most visited, it can be fascinating for its unique culture, shaped by its large Hispanic and Black communities.
Brooklyn
This is New York's most residential and populous borough. Praised for its quality of life, it isn't necessarily a priority for most visitors, though it offers a stunning view of Manhattan from the East River waterfront, and some of its neighborhoods (Brooklyn Heights among them) are well worth exploring.
This is New York's most residential and populous borough. Praised for its quality of life, it isn't necessarily a priority for most visitors, though it offers a stunning view of Manhattan from the East River waterfront, and some of its neighborhoods (Brooklyn Heights among them) are well worth exploring.
Manhattan
The most famous, the densest, the wealthiest, and above all the most interesting district for tourists (Broadway, Times Square, Central Park, the Empire State Building...). In short, the heart of New York.
The most famous, the densest, the wealthiest, and above all the most interesting district for tourists (Broadway, Times Square, Central Park, the Empire State Building...). In short, the heart of New York.
Queens
It's the largest borough in the city, not particularly touristy, and both residential and industrial. This is also where JFK and LaGuardia airports are located.
It's the largest borough in the city, not particularly touristy, and both residential and industrial. This is also where JFK and LaGuardia airports are located.
Staten Island
This island southwest of the city is pleasant for its natural side, with some historical remnants as well. However, it remains somewhat off the tourist trail despite the stunning view of New York when taking the (free) ferry to get there.
This island southwest of the city is pleasant for its natural side, with some historical remnants as well. However, it remains somewhat off the tourist trail despite the stunning view of New York when taking the (free) ferry to get there.
Ethnic Neighborhoods
Like all U.S. cities, New York has—perhaps more than any other—its share of ethnic neighborhoods long inhabited by specific communities. Among them, three have become well-known tourist attractions over time. As for the others, less "mainstream," you’ll stumble upon them while exploring New York.
Chinatown
In the Lower East Side, next to Little Italy, this spot—popular with tourists—is very exotic and offers a gateway to Asia. There’s also another Chinatown in the Bensonhurst neighborhood of Brooklyn.
In the Lower East Side, next to Little Italy, this spot—popular with tourists—is very exotic and offers a gateway to Asia. There’s also another Chinatown in the Bensonhurst neighborhood of Brooklyn.
Harlem
Between 110th and 155th Streets in Manhattan, Harlem is known for being—or having been—the main hub of African-American culture in the United States. Between myth and reality, over the years, the neighborhood has also become a tourist spot, especially for jazz and gospel.
Between 110th and 155th Streets in Manhattan, Harlem is known for being—or having been—the main hub of African-American culture in the United States. Between myth and reality, over the years, the neighborhood has also become a tourist spot, especially for jazz and gospel.
Little Italy
This is the "original" Italian neighborhood in Manhattan. Over time, however, it has shrunk considerably and changed so much that it has lost much of its appeal, despite still drawing large numbers of tourists. Another, better-preserved Italian neighborhood can be found in the Bronx: "Little Italy in The Bronx".
This is the "original" Italian neighborhood in Manhattan. Over time, however, it has shrunk considerably and changed so much that it has lost much of its appeal, despite still drawing large numbers of tourists. Another, better-preserved Italian neighborhood can be found in the Bronx: "Little Italy in The Bronx".
Iconic Neighborhoods
Broadway
Stretching over 20 km through Manhattan, this iconic avenue is a must-visit for its section leading to Times Square, with its famous "Broadway Theatres" and pedestrian zone.
Stretching over 20 km through Manhattan, this iconic avenue is a must-visit for its section leading to Times Square, with its famous "Broadway Theatres" and pedestrian zone.
East Village
Once a poor and rough neighborhood, this area east of Greenwich Village (hence the name) has become a pleasant, somewhat "gentrified" spot with shops, restaurants, and other trendy and fun places.
Once a poor and rough neighborhood, this area east of Greenwich Village (hence the name) has become a pleasant, somewhat "gentrified" spot with shops, restaurants, and other trendy and fun places.
Greenwich Village
In the southwest of Manhattan, this famous bohemian district, once a symbol of the counterculture, remains more or less a lively spot, especially in the arts.
In the southwest of Manhattan, this famous bohemian district, once a symbol of the counterculture, remains more or less a lively spot, especially in the arts.
SoHo
This former warehouse and factory district became famous in the 1970s–90s for its artists and art galleries. Less artistic now, the area remains chic and trendy. You can still see some of the original beautiful buildings.
This former warehouse and factory district became famous in the 1970s–90s for its artists and art galleries. Less artistic now, the area remains chic and trendy. You can still see some of the original beautiful buildings.
Times Square
This is one of the iconic images of New York, with its giant illuminated signs and advertising screens that give the area a unique atmosphere after dark. It’s also the theater district and where Broadway ends. Partly pedestrianized, the spot has become a must-see tourist attraction, especially for New Year’s Eve.
This is one of the iconic images of New York, with its giant illuminated signs and advertising screens that give the area a unique atmosphere after dark. It’s also the theater district and where Broadway ends. Partly pedestrianized, the spot has become a must-see tourist attraction, especially for New Year’s Eve.
Wall Street
This is the district of the New York Stock Exchange, featuring some beautiful early 20th-century buildings (and its famous Charging Bull statue). Just to see what one of the world’s most famous places looks like...
This is the district of the New York Stock Exchange, featuring some beautiful early 20th-century buildings (and its famous Charging Bull statue). Just to see what one of the world’s most famous places looks like...
Other Neighborhoods
Coney Island
This former island in southern Brooklyn is known for its beach, its amusement park "Luna Park", its aquarium, and a certain way of life. It’s an interesting outing away from touristy New York.
This former island in southern Brooklyn is known for its beach, its amusement park "Luna Park", its aquarium, and a certain way of life. It’s an interesting outing away from touristy New York.
Lower East Side
Once a working-class neighborhood, it’s now a lively district in Manhattan, not far from Chinatown, with its restaurants, bars, and shops.
Once a working-class neighborhood, it’s now a lively district in Manhattan, not far from Chinatown, with its restaurants, bars, and shops.
South Street Seaport
This is the historic port of New York City. Here you’ll find buildings dating from the early 19th century, a fish market, and shopping arcades with stores, restaurants, and bars.
This is the historic port of New York City. Here you’ll find buildings dating from the early 19th century, a fish market, and shopping arcades with stores, restaurants, and bars.
Williamsburg
A young and trendy neighborhood in Brooklyn with its chic boutiques, bars, clubs, and restaurants, all enhanced by street art.
A young and trendy neighborhood in Brooklyn with its chic boutiques, bars, clubs, and restaurants, all enhanced by street art.
Monuments and Architectural Landmarks
Chrysler Building
Built in 1930 in the Art Deco style, it’s one of New York’s most significant (and photogenic) skyscrapers. It isn’t open for tours, though you can step inside to see its lobby and elevators.
Built in 1930 in the Art Deco style, it’s one of New York’s most significant (and photogenic) skyscrapers. It isn’t open for tours, though you can step inside to see its lobby and elevators.
Empire State Building
It is iconic of New York’s skyscrapers and a symbol of the city. From its two observation decks (86th and 102nd floors), you get a unique panorama of the city and its surroundings.
It is iconic of New York’s skyscrapers and a symbol of the city. From its two observation decks (86th and 102nd floors), you get a unique panorama of the city and its surroundings.
Grand Central Terminal
It's the world's largest train station by number of platforms. Featured in many films, it can be explored on free guided tours (in English) once a week.
It's the world's largest train station by number of platforms. Featured in many films, it can be explored on free guided tours (in English) once a week.
Brooklyn Bridge
Over the East River, between Brooklyn and Manhattan, it is one of the oldest suspension bridges in the United States. Quite photogenic, it also offers a great view of the city center, especially since it is pedestrian-friendly.
Over the East River, between Brooklyn and Manhattan, it is one of the oldest suspension bridges in the United States. Quite photogenic, it also offers a great view of the city center, especially since it is pedestrian-friendly.
Rockefeller Center
A complex of 19 buildings built by the Rockefellers in 1930. Visit for the decorations of Rockefeller Plaza, its many shops and performance venues, occasional events, and the stunning view from the "Top of the Rock" observatory in the Comcast Building (70 floors, 259 meters high).
A complex of 19 buildings built by the Rockefellers in 1930. Visit for the decorations of Rockefeller Plaza, its many shops and performance venues, occasional events, and the stunning view from the "Top of the Rock" observatory in the Comcast Building (70 floors, 259 meters high).
World Trade Center Site
This is where the towers destroyed on September 11 once stood. Today, the site is home to three skyscrapers, including One World Trade Center—the tallest in the country—a memorial for the attack's victims (the "9/11 Memorial"), a museum, and a new train station.
This is where the towers destroyed on September 11 once stood. Today, the site is home to three skyscrapers, including One World Trade Center—the tallest in the country—a memorial for the attack's victims (the "9/11 Memorial"), a museum, and a new train station.
United Nations Headquarters
This large building on the edge of the East River can be visited on organised tours.
This large building on the edge of the East River can be visited on organised tours.
Statue of Liberty
Undoubtedly the most famous statue in the world, it is also a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Located on Liberty Island, it is part of the State and City of New York, even though it is entirely surrounded by the waters of New Jersey.
Undoubtedly the most famous statue in the world, it is also a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Located on Liberty Island, it is part of the State and City of New York, even though it is entirely surrounded by the waters of New Jersey.
5th Avenue
World-famous, this affluent thoroughfare is lined with numerous parks, museums (including the Met), and historic buildings. It’s also home to many luxury shops, making it a benchmark for shopping.
World-famous, this affluent thoroughfare is lined with numerous parks, museums (including the Met), and historic buildings. It’s also home to many luxury shops, making it a benchmark for shopping.
Religious Buildings
Cathedral of Saint John the Divine
The Cathedral of Saint John the Divine is the largest in the world. Still not truly completed, construction began in 1892.
The Cathedral of Saint John the Divine is the largest in the world. Still not truly completed, construction began in 1892.
St. Patrick’s Cathedral
Built between 1853 and 1878 in the heart of Manhattan, this is a stunning neo-Gothic edifice that rivals Europe’s finest cathedrals.
Built between 1853 and 1878 in the heart of Manhattan, this is a stunning neo-Gothic edifice that rivals Europe’s finest cathedrals.
Museums
New York, of course, has countless galleries, exhibition spaces, and museums. Among the most famous or popular with visitors:
Ellis Island
This island at the mouth of the Hudson was the gateway for immigrants to the country from 1892 to 1954. Since 1990, it has housed a remarkable museum tracing this history, offering insights into how the United States was shaped.
This island at the mouth of the Hudson was the gateway for immigrants to the country from 1892 to 1954. Since 1990, it has housed a remarkable museum tracing this history, offering insights into how the United States was shaped.
Metropolitan Museum of Art
One of the world's largest art museums, with 2 million works, opened in 1872 next to Central Park. The Met showcases "the best of human creativity across the globe" and remains New York's most visited attraction.
One of the world's largest art museums, with 2 million works, opened in 1872 next to Central Park. The Met showcases "the best of human creativity across the globe" and remains New York's most visited attraction.
MoMA
For lovers of modern and contemporary art, the Museum of Modern Art remains a must-see with its paintings, sculptures, photographs, architectural works, and design pieces. Among the exhibited works are pieces by Frida Kahlo, Picasso, Andy Warhol, Van Gogh...
For lovers of modern and contemporary art, the Museum of Modern Art remains a must-see with its paintings, sculptures, photographs, architectural works, and design pieces. Among the exhibited works are pieces by Frida Kahlo, Picasso, Andy Warhol, Van Gogh...
The Guggenheim
Officially named the Solomon R. Guggenheim Museum. It is a modern art museum located on Fifth Avenue in the Upper East Side and a benchmark in the field.
Officially named the Solomon R. Guggenheim Museum. It is a modern art museum located on Fifth Avenue in the Upper East Side and a benchmark in the field.
Other museums...
American Museum of Natural History
One of the city’s largest museums, featuring millions of specimens from insects to large mammals across five continents, along with anthropological collections.
One of the city’s largest museums, featuring millions of specimens from insects to large mammals across five continents, along with anthropological collections.
Brooklyn Museum
An art museum, the second most important in New York City after the Met. It houses 1.5 million objects, from ancient Egypt to contemporary periods.
An art museum, the second most important in New York City after the Met. It houses 1.5 million objects, from ancient Egypt to contemporary periods.
Intrepid Sea, Air & Space Museum
This is where the maritime, aerospace, and military history of the United States is showcased through several museum ships, with the aircraft carrier Intrepid as its centerpiece. The site is also home to the American space shuttle Enterprise.
This is where the maritime, aerospace, and military history of the United States is showcased through several museum ships, with the aircraft carrier Intrepid as its centerpiece. The site is also home to the American space shuttle Enterprise.
Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts
Lincoln Center is a cultural complex of 19 venues spanning 15 acres, designed by renowned architects. It is a well-known destination that welcomes around 5 million visitors each year.
Lincoln Center is a cultural complex of 19 venues spanning 15 acres, designed by renowned architects. It is a well-known destination that welcomes around 5 million visitors each year.
Madame Tussauds New York
New York’s version of the famous wax museums found in cities around the world.
New York’s version of the famous wax museums found in cities around the world.
Museum of the City of New York
Located north of Museum Mile, it showcases the city's history through various collections and exhibitions.
Located north of Museum Mile, it showcases the city's history through various collections and exhibitions.
Museum Mile
This is the name for a stretch of Fifth Avenue (between 82nd and 105th Streets) that groups together around ten museums, the most famous of which are the Met and the Guggenheim.
This is the name for a stretch of Fifth Avenue (between 82nd and 105th Streets) that groups together around ten museums, the most famous of which are the Met and the Guggenheim.
Richmond Town
A living history museum on Staten Island featuring several houses and buildings from the 19th century or even earlier.
A living history museum on Staten Island featuring several houses and buildings from the 19th century or even earlier.
The Cloisters
North of Manhattan, the site brings together European medieval cloisters and collections of medieval artifacts.
North of Manhattan, the site brings together European medieval cloisters and collections of medieval artifacts.
Whitney Museum
Located in Manhattan, the museum is primarily dedicated to American art of the 20th and 21st centuries, including works by Edward Hopper.
Located in Manhattan, the museum is primarily dedicated to American art of the 20th and 21st centuries, including works by Edward Hopper.
Parks and Gardens
New York Aquarium
It is one of the oldest public aquariums in the United States. It features nearly 300 species across about 15 acres.
It is one of the oldest public aquariums in the United States. It features nearly 300 species across about 15 acres.
Battery Park
Ten hectares on the southern tip of Manhattan Island, along the Hudson River. Beyond being the departure point for ferries to the Statue of Liberty, the park features monuments, green spaces, and artworks.
Ten hectares on the southern tip of Manhattan Island, along the Hudson River. Beyond being the departure point for ferries to the Statue of Liberty, the park features monuments, green spaces, and artworks.
Bryant Park
A French-style garden surrounded by skyscrapers in the heart of Manhattan's business district.
A French-style garden surrounded by skyscrapers in the heart of Manhattan's business district.
Central Park
Probably the most famous urban park in the USA and a great landmark in the city. With its lawns, lakes, gardens, zoo, and the activities and events it hosts or offers, it’s a lively place enjoyed by everyone.
Probably the most famous urban park in the USA and a great landmark in the city. With its lawns, lakes, gardens, zoo, and the activities and events it hosts or offers, it’s a lively place enjoyed by everyone.
Brooklyn Botanic Garden
This is the most visited botanical garden in the United States, with around one million visitors per year. As the name suggests, it is located in the Brooklyn neighborhood.
This is the most visited botanical garden in the United States, with around one million visitors per year. As the name suggests, it is located in the Brooklyn neighborhood.
New York Botanical Garden
Home to one million plants across 250 hectares, this botanical garden in the Bronx is one of the most important in the USA.
Home to one million plants across 250 hectares, this botanical garden in the Bronx is one of the most important in the USA.
Prospect Park
This landscaped green space in Brooklyn is one of New York’s largest at 2.1 km². It features a wooded setting with a large lake, an ice rink, and a zoo.
This landscaped green space in Brooklyn is one of New York’s largest at 2.1 km². It features a wooded setting with a large lake, an ice rink, and a zoo.
The High Line
It’s a former railway line turned into an elevated park in the west of Manhattan (similar to the Coulée verte in Paris). It offers a rather beautiful urban stroll, though it can get a bit crowded at times.
It’s a former railway line turned into an elevated park in the west of Manhattan (similar to the Coulée verte in Paris). It offers a rather beautiful urban stroll, though it can get a bit crowded at times.
Additional Resources
Must-see & highly recommended
Ellis Island
★★★★ This island at the mouth of the Hudson was the gateway for immigrants to the country from 1892 to 1954. Since 1990, it has housed a…
Empire State Building
★★★★ It is iconic of New York’s skyscrapers and a symbol of the city. From its two observation decks (86th and 102nd floors), you get a…
Manhattan
★★★★ The most famous, the densest, the wealthiest, and above all the most interesting district for tourists (Broadway, Times Square, Central…
Metropolitan Museum of Art
★★★★ One of the world's largest art museums, with 2 million works, opened in 1872 next to Central Park. The Met showcases "the best of human…
World Trade Center Site
★★★★ This is where the towers destroyed on September 11 once stood. Today, the site is home to three skyscrapers, including One World Trade…
Statue of Liberty
★★★★ Undoubtedly the most famous statue in the world, it is also a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Located on Liberty Island, it is part of the…
Times Square
★★★★ This is one of the iconic images of New York, with its giant illuminated signs and advertising screens that give the area a unique…
Recommended
Broadway
★★★ Stretching over 20 km through Manhattan, this iconic avenue is a must-visit for its section leading to Times Square, with its famous…
Central Park (New York)
★★★ Probably the most famous urban park in the USA and a great landmark in the city. With its lawns, lakes, gardens, zoo, and the activities…
Chinatown (New York)
★★★ In the Lower East Side, next to Little Italy, this spot—popular with tourists—is very exotic and offers a gateway to Asia…
MoMA
★★★ For lovers of modern and contemporary art, the Museum of Modern Art remains a must-see with its paintings, sculptures, photographs…
Worth a look / Other
5th Avenue
★★ World-famous, this affluent thoroughfare is lined with numerous parks, museums (including the Met), and historic buildings. It’s also…
American Museum of Natural History
★★ One of the city’s largest museums, featuring millions of specimens from insects to large mammals across five continents, along with…
Brooklyn
★★ This is New York's most residential and populous borough. Praised for its quality of life, it isn't necessarily a priority for most…
St. Patrick's Cathedral (New York)
★★ Built between 1853 and 1878 in the heart of Manhattan, this is a stunning neo-Gothic edifice that rivals Europe’s finest cathedrals.
Coney Island
★★ This former island in southern Brooklyn is known for its beach, its amusement park "Luna Park", its aquarium, and a certain way of life…
East Village (New York)
★★ Once a poor and rough neighborhood, this area east of Greenwich Village (hence the name) has become a pleasant, somewhat "gentrified" spot…
Greenwich Village
★★ In the southwest of Manhattan, this famous bohemian district, once a symbol of the counterculture, remains more or less a lively spot…
Harlem (New York)
★★ Between 110th and 155th Streets in Manhattan, Harlem is known for being—or having been—the main hub of African-American culture…
Intrepid Sea, Air & Space Museum
★★ This is where the maritime, aerospace, and military history of the United States is showcased through several museum ships, with the…
Museum Mile
★★ This is the name for a stretch of Fifth Avenue (between 82nd and 105th Streets) that groups together around ten museums, the most famous of…
Rockefeller Center
★★ A complex of 19 buildings built by the Rockefellers in 1930. Visit for the decorations of Rockefeller Plaza, its many shops and performance…
Staten Island
★★ This island southwest of the city is pleasant for its natural side, with some historical remnants as well. However, it remains somewhat off…
The Guggenheim
★★ Officially named the Solomon R. Guggenheim Museum. It is a modern art museum located on Fifth Avenue in the Upper East Side and a benchmark…
New York Aquarium
★ It is one of the oldest public aquariums in the United States. It features nearly 300 species across about 15 acres.
Battery Park
★ Ten hectares on the southern tip of Manhattan Island, along the Hudson River. Beyond being the departure point for ferries to the Statue of…
Brooklyn Museum
★ An art museum, the second most important in New York City after the Met. It houses 1.5 million objects, from ancient Egypt to contemporary…
Bryant Park
★ A French-style garden surrounded by skyscrapers in the heart of Manhattan's business district.
Cathedral of Saint John the Divine
★ The Cathedral of Saint John the Divine is the largest in the world. Still not truly completed, construction began in 1892.
Chrysler Building
★ Built in 1930 in the Art Deco style, it’s one of New York’s most significant (and photogenic) skyscrapers. It isn’t open…
Grand Central Terminal
★ It's the world's largest train station by number of platforms. Featured in many films, it can be explored on free guided tours (in English)…
Brooklyn Botanic Garden
★ This is the most visited botanical garden in the United States, with around one million visitors per year. As the name suggests, it is…
New York Botanical Garden
★ Home to one million plants across 250 hectares, this botanical garden in the Bronx is one of the most important in the USA.
The Bronx
★ For a long time, this was the city’s poorest—and one of its most notorious—areas (the origin of the phrase). The…
Queens
★ It's the largest borough in the city, not particularly touristy, and both residential and industrial. This is also where JFK and LaGuardia…
Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts
★ Lincoln Center is a cultural complex of 19 venues spanning 15 acres, designed by renowned architects. It is a well-known destination that…
Little Italy (New York)
★ This is the "original" Italian neighborhood in Manhattan. Over time, however, it has shrunk considerably and changed so much that it has…
Lower East Side
★ Once a working-class neighborhood, it’s now a lively district in Manhattan, not far from Chinatown, with its restaurants, bars, and…
Madame Tussauds New York
★ New York’s version of the famous wax museums found in cities around the world.
Museum of the City of New York
★ Located north of Museum Mile, it showcases the city's history through various collections and exhibitions.
Brooklyn Bridge
★ Over the East River, between Brooklyn and Manhattan, it is one of the oldest suspension bridges in the United States. Quite photogenic, it…
Prospect Park
★ This landscaped green space in Brooklyn is one of New York’s largest at 2.1 km². It features a wooded setting with a large lake, an…
Richmond Town
★ A living history museum on Staten Island featuring several houses and buildings from the 19th century or even earlier.
United Nations Headquarters
★ This large building on the edge of the East River can be visited on organised tours.
SoHo (New York)
★ This former warehouse and factory district became famous in the 1970s–90s for its artists and art galleries. Less artistic now, the…
South Street Seaport
★ This is the historic port of New York City. Here you’ll find buildings dating from the early 19th century, a fish market, and…
The Cloisters
★ North of Manhattan, the site brings together European medieval cloisters and collections of medieval artifacts.
The High Line
★ It’s a former railway line turned into an elevated park in the west of Manhattan (similar to the Coulée verte in Paris). It offers a…
Wall Street
★ This is the district of the New York Stock Exchange, featuring some beautiful early 20th-century buildings (and its famous Charging Bull…
Whitney Museum
★ Located in Manhattan, the museum is primarily dedicated to American art of the 20th and 21st centuries, including works by Edward Hopper.
Williamsburg (New York)
★ A young and trendy neighborhood in Brooklyn with its chic boutiques, bars, clubs, and restaurants, all enhanced by street art.
Bronx Zoo
★ This is the main zoo in the New York City area, which has five in total.
- Statue of Liberty
- Brooklyn
- Manhattan
- Staten Island
- The Bronx
- Queens
- Chinatown (New York)
- Harlem (New York)
- Little Italy (New York)
- Central Park (New York)
- Chrysler Building
- East Village (New York)
- Ellis Island
- Greenwich Village
- Brooklyn Bridge
- SoHo (New York)
- Times Square
- Broadway
- Wall Street
- World Trade Center Site
- New York Botanical Garden
- Intrepid Sea, Air & Space Museum
- Metropolitan Museum of Art
- MoMA
- Whitney Museum
- Museum Mile
- Rockefeller Center
- St. Patrick's Cathedral (New York)
- Bronx Zoo
- New York Aquarium
- Prospect Park
- Coney Island
- Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts
- The High Line
- American Museum of Natural History
- Brooklyn Museum
- Grand Central Terminal
- The Guggenheim
- Cathedral of Saint John the Divine
- Empire State Building
- United Nations Headquarters
- Bryant Park
- 5th Avenue
- Battery Park
- Brooklyn Botanic Garden
- The Cloisters
- Madame Tussauds New York
- Museum of the City of New York
- Richmond Town
- Lower East Side
- South Street Seaport
- Williamsburg (New York)