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Statue of Liberty
Travis T.

I try to visit the Statue of Liberty whenever I can on my visits to New York City. I enjoy seeing the statue in person and learning about our nation's past. They recently added the Statue of Liberty Museum in 2019 to this island. Liberty Island was once known as Bedloe's Island and can only be accessed by ferry. It is federally owned and is pretty small. It probably takes about 30 minutes to walk around the whole island. The island is home to both the Statue of Liberty and the museum. Both Liberty Island and Ellis Island make up the Statue of Liberty National Monument that was signed by FDR in 1937. The ferry takes you to both islands from either Battery Park in NYC or from New Jersey. Also on Liberty Island are gift shops, snack shops and coin-operated binoculars for viewing the New York harbor. I love going up to the pedestal and looking at the New York City skyline and the ships in the harbor. You can't take bags into the Statue of Liberty. But they do have affordable lockers near the pedestal with a security guard on hand. The Statue of Liberty was designed by French sculptor Frédéric Auguste Bartholdi and dedicated in 1886. It was a gift from France to commemorate the 1876 centennial of United States independence. Both New York and New Jersey retain exclusive jurisdiction of both Liberty and Ellis Islands.

Wade W.

The island where the Statue of Liberty stands. It's a beautiful little island that also features a museum, a place to eat and ferry docks.

CJ B.

It's awesome how everyone around the world can come here! Statue Of Liberty was awesome, good pics!! Walk around the whole thing was amazing!! The boat here was awesome, I also went with my family and it was windy and the boat had heat *that's good!!* I recommend coming here with friends and family to hang out and have fun!!

Statue of Liberty
Ricky B.

Weather was nice today!April was a great time to visit. Not to crowded cool temperatures.

From the pedestal
Jonathan R.

First time that I have visited Liberty Island in the 48 years that I have lived in the NY or NJ Decided to take a tour with the family on our forced family fun day. We went up to the pedestal once we arrived from the ferry ride from Ellis Island. The walk up the steps can be a challenge. There is an elevator however the lines are long. The views were outstanding, there are clean bathrooms, and concession stands. Highly recommend!

View leaving the dock
Diana G.

You can't go to New York City and not see the Statue of Liberty. We did not have tickets and bought them the same day. We did not have a problem getting tickets, but the pedestal tickets were sold out. You can buy the tickets online or you can buy them on site. The ferry is big and accommodates many people. You can have a seat upstairs, where you can get a great view of Manhattan, and then of the Statue of Liberty. If you are facing the front of the ferry, sit on the right side. Once you get off at Liberty island, you can walk around, take pics, go to the museum. They have a snack bar. Ellis island is also in route and it is the second stop on the ferry. You can definitely spend a few hours combined. If you don't want to pay or get off on Liberty island, I hear you can take the Staten Island ferry for free and have a close up of the Statue of Liberty.

Denise W.

The name says it all. Liberty Island is where the Statue of Liberty resides. If you want to go to the island, you will need to buy a ferry ticket to get here. The ferry ride costs $24 and if you want to go to the crown or go to the pedestals, it is $24.30. Another option, if you just want to pass by Statue Island but don't want to pay for the ferry ride and don't want to go to the island is to take the ferry to State Island. That ferry is free and does pass by Statue of Liberty/Statue Island. Or you can find alternatives such as cheap ferry tours/boat ride around Statue Island. The ones that come to mind are from Groupon (on certain days) for around $10 per person but those are mostly during night time. On Liberty Island there is also the Statue of Liberty Museum (admission is free). This is a great place for a close up photo with the Statue of Liberty. Also, you do get nice views of Manhattan and Ellis Island from here. This is a landmark or place that you must come to visit if you are visiting NYC.

Nicole R.

A New York must attraction. This was included in our city pass and a must to visit as it was my boyfriend's first time in NYC. The crowd was small for a Friday afternoon. First ferry stop is to liberty island. There is a small cafe and gift shop. There is a splash area on one side of the island where the water rises, so be careful. Ferries run every 15 minutes.

Statue of Liberty anatomy from lower level (starting point)
Hong Kim L.

Used an educational museum day from work for a Mother Daughter time visit to the Statue of Liberty in August. Being a New Yorker all my life, this was a special occasion and was wondering when I would make the time to do this. Wow was this quite the trip. There's only one way to get to Liberty Island and it's through boat and ferry. Lots of patience is needed for this. Not too hard to get to the island as the main ferry is from Battery Park if you're coming from New York City. Keep in mind you'll have to go through a security check before boarding the boat so arrive at least 20 minutes early. The boat ride was fantastic and they ensure we get the scenic view as we approach Lady Liberty herself in sight just like how many immigrants came to start their life in America and New York City. Lots to see once we landed in Liberty Island - home to the Statue of Liberty. Ranging from the souvenir shops, piers, and the statue itself with different views range: the pedestal, the crown and the torch. Even the food options have changed and there's more pitstops for hungry travelers. Keep in mind the statue herself was made a long time ago so the walkways are narrow when coming on a crowded day. Especially if you were to take lots of pictures. The same goes for the elevators reaching the top levels of the statue if spent on the extensive levels. The whole island itself was gorgeous and we got so many photos in from the views looking into Manhattan. Lots of places to travel and not having any cars on here does make the scenery so peaceful. Arrive early if you want to make the most out of your trip, even Ellis Island if you were to visit that next along the way. Because the ferry ride out can be a long wait if making multiple stops. Overall an enjoyable trip because both my mom and I are sea types people.

Tracy L.

So it took some research, backing into release dates, etc, but the time spent getting the crown tickets were well worth it! We arrived at Battery park to get the ready for the ferry around 8:15. If you have tickets to the crown, you have to go get a wrist band that indicates you got the crown tickets BEFORE you get in line for security for the ferry. Once you have your write band and your paper ticket, get in line for security. Once you get through security, you line up for the ferry. We got on the first ferry, and as soon as we landed on Liberty Island, we headed straight for the lockers to put our things away before lining up for the pedestal and crown stairs. And if you do have crown tickets, you really do need to put everything way except what is listed as acceptable (we just took our cell phones). The lockers are easy to use - deposit a quarter, turn the key and make sure to keep the key safe. At that point, line up where the rangers are and they will guide you through. After you climb up to the top of the pedestal, only those with wrist bands are allowed past another check point where you show your tickets and take off your wristbands before heading up. That's where the spiral stair case starts. Since we were on the first ferry out and went straight to the pedestal/crown stairs, we actually ended up being the first group up to the top so we didn't have to wait. We took our picture, enjoyed the top, and once we started going down (there were 3 of us and another party of 3 in "the crown" along with 2 rangers), the next group was allowed up to the platform. Once we got past the spiral staircase and got back down to the top of the pedestal, we went all around that level for more photos. It was a great experience to go up to the crown! We then went to the Statue of Liberty Museum, where we learned about the beginnings of the statue and my son did the Jr Ranger program and took the pledge. After Liberty Island, you get on the ferry and head towards Ellis Island.

Elgin M.

We've all seen it.....we all know the story..... If you're coming out here your coming for the same reasons I did.... You want to see one of the most iconic and recognizable landmarks in our country..... What makes or breaks a review like this place? Cleanliness? Easy to move around? Staff helpful? Ferry's on time? The staff was great, the park was clean and everything ran like clockwork. New York has been a great host and I look forward to my next visit.

Selfies on Liberty Island! :)
Shayla B.

Everyone knows of the great Lady Liberty, but I wanted to shine little light on Liberty Island. The views that you'll witness from this island are simply incredible. The New York City skyline shines bright even during overcast weather. The only way that you can reach Liberty Island as a tourist is by tour boat. If you're planning on visiting Liberty Island, you should definitely give yourself enough time to visit nearby Ellis Island as well. I took a boat tour from Battery Park to both Liberty Island and Ellis Island. When you reach the island, you can walk around and read about the history of the Statue of Liberty. There's a small café with a few food options if you're hungry. They also have a gift shop, restrooms, and a few spots to charge your phone (it'll cost you if you have to use the charging station). They have several people on the island who will take professional pictures of you, but beware of the high prices. It might be best to just have someone take your pictures for you. As you traverse the island, you'll be met with the beauty of Lady Liberty herself. If you're planning on climbing to the pedestal or the top of the Statue of Liberty, you'll need to plan FAR ahead and get your tickets months in advance. Those babies sell out quickly! But don't worry if you aren't able to secure those types of tickets as the view of Lady Liberty right from the island is enough to last you a lifetime. Aside from Lady Liberty, what struck me so much about this island were the beautiful views of New York. You could just sit there forever and just look out at the stunning big city behind you. Depending on the time of year that you go, it may get pretty chilly. If you're coming during the winter time, don't forget to bring a warm coat! Liberty Island such definitely be on your list if you're touring NY, especially if it's your first time visiting the city.

Pedestal looking up at Lady Liberty
Sheila C.

If you go to see Lady Liberty to absolutely must take the time to go up into the pedestal and see the Hudson and East Branch from above. Next time I go I will plan ahead and purchase tickets to ascend into the body; those tickets must be purchased 4-5 months prior to your arrival. This is a spectacular monument and story of a friendship between two countries. A MUST see in my book!

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Bowery Savings Bank Building

Bowery Savings Bank Building

5.0(3 reviews)
5.6 miMidtown East, Murray Hill

Tour historic buildings and designated landmarks of New York. Bowery Savings Bank building is one…read moreof many historic. Any history buff or avid amateur architecture enthusiasts would have a full appreciation and admiration of this stone building as old world architectural craft is no longer in use. This building still stands with the passage of time and nature's elements. The correct location of Bowery Savings Bank Building is in Chinatown, Lower Manhattan- NOT Midtown East, Murray Hill. https://www.hmdb.org/m.asp?m=132531

You might find a few Bowery Bums in the doorway of the Bowery Savings Bank Building, but it's New…read moreYork, and more to the point it's the USA, and that goes with the territory. This building is very special to me because when I needed to get my citizenship it was here that my awesome lawyer (whose office is in the upper reaches of this magnificent building) helped me through the process and got me over the line - and I will always be grateful for that. He's David Gottfried of Gottfried & Gottfried, by the way. I would recommend him to anyone as the perfect immigration lawyer for my situation and I wish nothing but the best for him. As for the building it's a typical old rustic early 20th century New York stunner, and it seems haunted. They do make you go through a security check to get up inside here but then so does Barbie with her clients.

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Van Gogh's Ear - Van Gogh's Ear, a public art sculpture by Elmgreen & Dragset

Van Gogh's Ear

5.0(3 reviews)
5.9 miMidtown East, Midtown West

Don't look for this work of art. It's not there. If you were lucky enough to see it, write a…read morereview. It's pretty cool if you stare and stare. Then all of a sudden you realize what you're looking at! My photos are from April 14, 2016. It was a beautiful Spring Day. I am enjoying reminiciing about today during the Arctic Blast!

"Van Gogh's Ear", a public art sculpture by Elmgreen & Dragset, is in place at 30 Rockefeller…read morePlaza, right across the street from the entrance to Sak's 5th Ave. The sculpture, by the same duo that brought us the Prada Marfa Store in the middle of the Texas desert, is a tribute to the ready-made style of Marcel Duchamp. The sculpture is a 30 foot tall swimming pool, taken out of its normal context and displayed in its side with a diving board built in at the top. One of my favorite elements are the working lights on the inside left and right of the pool sculpture. Being that it's out of context - a recreational object in the middle of a commercial center - it creates a sense of longing and desire for recreation over industry and gives you an off-kilter feeling (why am I going to work when I could be swimming!). Overall a great piece of colorful public art at placed I a great spot for the perfect season. The piece is on display from April 13th though June 3rd, 2016. Catch it while you can!

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Van Gogh's Ear - The sign for Elmgreen & Dragset's piece "Van Gogh's Ear"

The sign for Elmgreen & Dragset's piece "Van Gogh's Ear"

Van Gogh's Ear - Van Gogh's Ear beautifully backlit by NYC last night.

Van Gogh's Ear beautifully backlit by NYC last night.

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They removed the street-side barricades.

Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis Plaque

Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis Plaque

5.0(1 review)
5.6 miMidtown East

"Don't know much about history Don't know much biology…read moreDon't know much about a science book Don't know much about the French I took" (Sam Cooke) I guess you can call me a history nerd. After all, I did major in history and rarely walk past a plaque or memorial or marker that I don't stop to read and more than likely Yelp. So when we were walking out to the street from Grand Central Station's Park Avenue/East 42nd Street entry and saw a wall plaque with the portrait of a familiar woman, I just had to stop and check it out. The portrait was of Jackie Kennedy Onassis. Those of my generation will always remember the traumatic and terribly sad photographs of her from Dallas on November 22, 1963 with her pink pill box hat and her blood splattered pink dress. Twelve years after JFK's assassination the former First lady was engaged in a high stakes 1975 battle to save one of her hometown's iconic landmarks. At issue was a plan to take the wrecking ball to New York City's Grand Station Terminal and demolish it, just as Penn Station has been demolished and rebuilt in 1964. She became outraged when she learned of the plan and led a coalition of New Yorkers and the the Municipal Art Society to stop it. She was the star of a famous press conference from Grand Central and declared "If we don't care about our past we can't have very much hope for our future, we've all heard that it's too late, or that it has to happen, that it's inevitable. But I don't think that's true. Because I think if there is a great effort, even if it's the eleventh hour, then you can succeed and I know that's what we'll do." She also wrote an eloquent letter to NYC 's Mayor Beame and asked him "...is it not cruel to let our city die by degrees, stripped of all her proud moments, until there is nothing left of all her history and beauty to inspire our children? If they are not inspired by the past of our city, where will they find the strength to fight for her future? Americans care about their past, but for short term gain they ignore it and tear down everything that matters..." The plaque was dedicated on June 24, 2014 to mark renovations to the station's main entrance. The renovations honor her legacy with photographs, a video display, and the plaque. The entry itself was renamed "The Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis Foyer".

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Empire State Building - Photo opportunity with King Kong himself

Empire State Building

4.0(2.4k reviews)
5.1 miKoreatown, Midtown West

Folks, the Empire State Building built in 1931 in just over a year during the Depression, when…read moreAmerica built fast and huge. Iconic, baby. I went up recently, and let me tell you, it's no One World Trade Center. One World? Smooth, modern, straight to the top no nonsense. Empire State? Lines, more lines, security gauntlet, then they dump you halfway into a gift shop full of overpriced junk. Total tourist trap gimmick! They're making a fortune, but come on let me see the view already! But then you hit the 86th floor deck, wind smacks you in the face, city noise roars up from a thousand feet below horns, life, energy. Tremendous! 360-degree views that make you feel like King Kong himself. Nostalgic as hell Art Deco soul, real history you can touch. Not some sterile glass tower; this is old-school New York grit. Sure, if you want quick and slick, skip to One World. But the Empire State? Pure character. Worth every hassle. Go early, grab the express pass if you're smart, soak it in. It's legendary, folks. Huge! Make New York great again one windy deck at a time.

I hadn't visited the Empire State Building in probably 20 years, but I decided to visit with my…read morehusband last weekend. It's such a different experience now. 20 years ago, I remember just walking into the lobby, buying a ticket, and heading up to the observation deck. But today? You enter in a different spot, and it's a whole experience. There's a "museum" now and you can spend more time here than just taking in the views from the 86th floor. So why go? It was the world's tallest building when it was completed in 1931 and until the North Tower of the World Trade Center was completed in 1970. (Sad aside: It became NYC's tallest building again after 9/11 until was surpassed by One World Trade Center in 2012.) It features gorgeous art deco architecture and design. It's a cultural icon (one of my favorite parts of the museum experience was a room where you can see dozens of film clips which feature the Empire State Building). The new experience includes exhibits that explain the history, design, and construction of the building. What I learned about its construction was particularly interesting! The construction of the building involved more than 3,500 workers, many of who were Irish and Italian immigrants, and led to an unknown number of deaths of workers (official reports say 5, newspapers at the time reported higher numbers). While I felt this museum addition really added to the experience of visiting the Empire State Building, it has also certainly made visiting the building more expensive. So let's get down to the brass tacks. The base ticket (which gets you entry into everything up to the 86th floor) is $44 for adults, $42 for seniors, and $38 for children (plus a $5 booking charge for each transaction). If you want to visit the 102nd floor for that additional observation deck, it's $79 for adults, $77 for seniors, and $73 for children (plus the booking charge). Then there are ways to spend even more money: a Starbucks Reserve Sunrise ticket ($135 per person); an Express Pass (starting at $85/120 per person); a Premium Experience ($175 per person); and All-Access Tour ($500 per person)... I'm generally not into these expensive view experiences that have popped up all over NYC. But the Empire State Building is special. It's an icon and a view. But I still wasn't willing to pay $80 to visit, so we stuck with the base ticket that gets you access only to the 86th floor observatory. The 86th Floor Observatory contains an enclosed viewing gallery and open-air outdoor viewing area. It's the classic observatory you've seen in movies. And it was certainly enough for me - the museum and the 86th floor observatory! Don't miss/rush through the original main lobby as you leave the experience. Or - if you're not willing to pay for the experience to see the view - stop in at the lobby on its own - it's open to the public (follow the signs for the Starbucks Reserve which is entered through this lobby). The lobby is gorgeous - marble, terrazzo, a scale model of the building... But the highlight is that aluminum relief of the skyscraper as it was originally built (without the antenna). It's incredible. It's an icon for a reason, and it was fun to visit and to see it again after so many years. They've certainly made it more of an experience than it used to be (although now, you can't just pop by for the view on a pretty day, since it's prohibitively expensive for a quick visit), but I had a really good time.

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Empire State Building - The souvenir glass that you can only get in the restaurant on the first floor.

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The souvenir glass that you can only get in the restaurant on the first floor.

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