“There is something in the air of New York that makes sleep unnecessary,” said Simone de Beauvoir. Today, we fly to the city in perpetual turmoil, the vertiginous metropolis that panics the imagination, this place that sometimes gives itself the air of the center of the world: New York! Accessible in just a 7-hour flight from Paris, the Big Apple never ceases to arouse curiosity ... Discover our selection of must-see things to see and do in New York.
What are the must-sees in New York? In the most vibrant city in the world, there is no limit to setting yourself. Let yourself be carried away by the flood, open your eyes wide and absorb. The list of essentials is as long as the arm, which is why you will not regret not being able to do everything, live your trip to the fullest, and for the rest, you will come back! 1. Approach the Statue of Liberty How to omit THE most cliché symbol - certainly - but also and above all the most famous and the most representative of New York ? It is indeed impossible to speak of New York without mentioning the Statue of Liberty. It would be a bit like talking about Paris but not about the Eiffel Tower… In any case, the Statue of Liberty is a monument to be seen with your own eyes at least once in your life! 2. Climb to the top of the Empire State Building This is the other inevitable symbol that comes to mind when talking about New York. Dominating part of Manhattan, the Empire State Building perfectly symbolizes American capitalism. Inside, several elevators go up to its 86th floor to access a breathtaking view of New York . Absolutely avoid if you have vertigo! 3. Take a breath of fresh air in Central Park At the heart of the hustle and bustle of the city is every New Yorker's garden: Central Park. You will be able to walk there and relax there for long hours; and you will also find many attractions there, like ice skating in winter and puppet shows for the little ones. A true green lung of New York , Central Park also appears in many films, so much so that we often have the impression of knowing it before even visiting it! 4. Browse the High Line It's a walk enjoyed by many New Yorkers, and tourists too, of course. This old railway line has been transformed into a suspended urban park and offers an unforgettable ride in the middle of skyscrapers, lakes and gardens ... 2.3 kilometers long, it can be traveled both day and night thanks to to its sophisticated lighting. A great way to discover the richness of New York architecture ! 5. Visit the MET and MOMA Do you want to take advantage of your trip to New York to take a tour of the city's museums? The Metropolitan Museum of Art (MET) and the Museum of Modern Art (MOMA) are two real treasures for art lovers. In the first, an impressive permanent collection brings together some 3 million objects, and spans 5,000 years of history and art - with a highly recognized Ancient Egypt collection. As for the second, it offers a journey through Modern Art and you will find major works of all the great artistic movements of the 20th century. 6. Feel New York on Broadway and Times Square A visit to Times Square, the constantly bustling “crossroads of the world”, is almost obligatory. At all hours of the day and night, the famous square is lit up with hundreds of billboards and garish neon lights. This is where Broadway is located, the theater and musical capital and the city's oldest north-south avenue. To get the most out of Broadway, buy tickets to a show in one of the neighborhood's many theaters! 7. Admire the architecture of Grand Central Terminal You never thought of crossing the Atlantic to visit a train station? And yet, if there is one that deserves a detour on our planet, it is the Grand Central Terminal. Aerial like a cathedral, decorated like a work of art, Grand Central Terminal is one of New York's greatest architectural masterpieces . 8. Remembering the past at the 9/11 Memorial It is with a heavy heart that we visit this tragic memorial, where the two former twin towers, the World Trade Center, have been replaced by two water mirrors engraved with the names of the victims. Nearby, a museum traces the nightmarish day of September 11, 2001 and exhibits photos of charred fire trucks that intervened that day, as well as debris from the towers. 9. Immerse yourself in New York cultures in Brooklyn The most populous district of the city is also one of the most interesting. The world headquarters of hipster “culture”, Brooklyn is a magical neighborhood , where cultural emulsion is everywhere. Many communities coexist in this unique district, which makes the whole world dream. We will appreciate taking the famous Brooklyn Bridge facing the Skyline, but also visiting the brewery of the famous Brooklyn beer and getting lost in the sub-districts and discovering a real cultural melting pot! 10. Have fun with New Yorkers at Coney Island Few tourists make the trip to Coney Island and yet this peninsula located in the far south of Brooklyn offers a most exotic experience. We discover the famous amusement park Luna Park as well as a promenade along the beaches and the ocean. Many New Yorkers come to walk, swim and have fun here on weekends!. If you want to take advantage of mild and pleasant temperatures to take the time to visit the city and admire the flowering of the vegetation and its explosions of colors, spring will undoubtedly be your favorite moment. You can also take advantage of this time of year to attend the Easter Parade on 5th Avenue. Summer is also a time full of unmissable events such as the summer festival (with many concerts, events, festivals all over the city), the United States National Day, the US open ... Be careful, however, if you fear the heat, know that the city can easily reach 35 ° C in summer. Autumn is also a very pleasant period. Temperatures are mild during the day and cool in the evening and the trees are tinged with glowing colors to offer you a real spectacle for the eyes. Fall also has many sporting (NBA, New York Marathon) and cultural (Halloween, Thanksgiving) events not to be missed. Finally, winter gives way to a particularly magical and warm atmosphere despite the snow and temperatures that can drop to -30 ° C (yes yes, you read that right!). From Christmas markets to musical shows, through lively shop windows and the famous giant tree at Rockefeller Center ... New York is adorned with its finest assets to make your stay unforgettable.
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