Exploring New York City

Hi! Today I am going to talk to you about New York City is a place full of famous and iconic landmarks. From the Statue of Liberty to the bright lights of Times Square, the city offers something for everyone. Recently, I researched 12 of its most popular attractions, including entry fees and how to get there using public transportation. Here’s what I found:

1. Statue of Liberty

• Website: Statue of Liberty National Monument
• Ticket Prices: It costs around $23.50 for adults to visit the Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island. Discounts are available for children and seniors.
• How to Get There: Take the ferry from Battery Park in Manhattan. The trip is quick and gives you stunning views of the city.

2. Central Park

• Website: Central Park
• What to See: Central Park is huge, with plenty of things to do, like visiting the zoo, boating on the lake, and walking along the paths.
• How to Get There: You can reach Central Park by subway, stopping at 59th Street–Columbus Circle (A, B, C, D, 1 lines) or 72nd Street (B, C lines).

3. The Metropolitan Museum of Art (The Met)

• Website: The Met
• Admission Cost: The suggested entry fee is $30 for adults, but you can pay what you wish if you're a NY resident or a student from NY, NJ, or CT.
• Closest Subway Stations: 86th Street station (4, 5, 6 lines) is close to the main entrance.

4. Times Square

• Website: Times Square
• Current Attractions: Times Square is famous for its bright lights, Broadway theaters, and events. It’s a good idea to check what shows and events are happening when you plan your visit.
• Subway Lines: The 42nd Street–Times Square station (1, 2, 3, N, Q, R, S, W lines) will drop you right in the heart of Times Square.

5. Empire State Building

• Website: Empire State Building
• Ticket Prices: A ticket to the observation deck costs around $44 for adults. There are special packages if you want to go at sunset or have VIP access.
• How to Get There: You can get to the 34th Street–Herald Square station (B, D, F, M, N, Q, R, W lines) by subway.

6. American Museum of Natural History

• Website: American Museum of Natural History
• Admission Cost: The suggested entry fee is $23 for adults, with discounts for seniors and children. Some special exhibitions may cost extra.
• How to Get There: The closest subway station is 81st Street–Museum of Natural History (B, C lines).

7. The High Line

• Website: The High Line
• Admission Cost: Visiting The High Line is free.
• Closest Subway Stations: 14th Street (A, C, E lines) and 23rd Street (C, E lines) are within walking distance.

8. Rockefeller Center & Top of the Rock

• Website: Rockefeller Center
• Ticket Prices: Visiting the Top of the Rock observation deck costs around $40 for adults.
• How to Get There: The 47th–50th Streets–Rockefeller Center station (B, D, F, M lines) is the most convenient.

9. One World Observatory

• Website: One World Observatory
• Ticket Prices: Tickets cost approximately $40 for adults.
• How to Get There: The closest subway stations are World Trade Center (E line) or Cortlandt Street (1 line).

10. Brooklyn Bridge

• Website: Brooklyn Bridge
• Guided Tours: There are guided tours available that cost between $20 and $50.
• How to Get There: From the Manhattan side, you can take the subway to Brooklyn Bridge–City Hall station (4, 5, 6 lines).

11. Museum of Modern Art (MoMA)

• Website: MoMA
• Admission Cost: The entry fee is about $25 for adults. On Fridays from 5:30 PM to 9:00 PM, admission is free.
• Closest Subway Stations: The 53rd Street–5th Avenue station (E, M lines) is the nearest.

12. Broadway (Theater District)

• Website: Broadway
• Ticket Prices: Prices vary depending on the show and the seats you choose.
• How to Get There: The 42nd Street–Times Square station (1, 2, 3, N, Q, R, S, W lines) is in the center of the theater district.

These are the 3 places I would most like to visit in New York City :

1. Explore Central Park: I would love to take a relaxing stroll through Central Park, visit the Bow Bridge, Bethesda Terrace and maybe rent a boat to paddle on the lake.                                              
2. Visit the Met: As an art lover, I want to spend hours admiring the collections at the Metropolitan Museum of Art. One of my biggest dreams is to visit the Met and see all of its exhibitions.              
3. Stroll along The High Line: This elevated park attracts me a lot because it mixes two elements that I love: the city and nature at the same time. In general I am attracted to its architecture and its unique views of the surroundings.