New York Sightseeing

New York is full of sightseeing prospects. From the skyscrapers to the monuments and beyond, there are lots of places to visit in New York. Many tourist services offer sightseeing tours. If you're not into the guided tour scene there are books and guides available so you can plan your own tour.

The most famous New York icon is the Statue of Liberty. Take a ferry cruise to the island and visit the museum or just view it from the water. Don't forget to visit Ellis Island, where the ancestors of nearly one in four Americans entered the country. There are even Statue of Liberty helicopter tours available.

There are lots of famous buildings in New York. Stop by Empire State and Chrysler buildings. Visit the United Nations and take a tour of the restored Grand Central Terminal. Walk up Fifth Avenue to see St. Patrick's Cathedral, Trump Tower, and countless upscale stores.

Guided tour options are many and varied. There are helicopter tours, boat tours, bike tours, bus tours, and many others. Check out New York Magazine's Top 25 City Tours for some popular and fun tours. There are many theme tours (like "The Enthusiastic Gourmet" and "The Sopranos Tour") on this list

If you're overwhelmed by the amount of activities and attractions available in New York then head over to New York's Official Tourism Website. There are several pre-made itineraries available and a fun itinerary making feature. As you browse the various attractions simply hit the "Add to Itinerary" button to create your custom trip.

Bus tours are particularly popular for New York sightseeing. One of the most popular bus tours is the Gray Line New York. Gray Line features double decker bus tours as well as packages that include tickets to major attractions. There are many themed bus, motorcoach, and trolley tours available.

For more information on the great tours and sightseeing available in New York visit NY.com's Sightseeing Guide. This site has an alphabetical list of all the great sites in New York as well as links to tours. Also available are guides to all the Manhattan neighborhoods and various maps of subway, bus, and train systems.

There's so much to see in New York that it can get overwhelming. If you know what's available and what you really want to see, then making your itinerary should be a snap. These and other resources are available to make your New York sightseeing trip truly unforgettable.