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The Best of New York
From left to right A view of Brooklyn Bridge across the East River, with Manhattans skyscrapers as a backdrop; Children viewing a majestic black leopard in the Jungle World exhibit at the Bronx Zoo; The impressive entrance of Grand Central Terminal, crowned by statues of Mercury, Hercules, and Minerva
Angel of the Waters sculpture on the Bethesda Terrace in Central Park
The abundance of its cultural treasures, the beauty of its skyline, its many green spaces, and its sheer energy lend New York an iconic identity. The city is full of variety adventurous and sublime, civilized yet raucous and there are many ways to experience it. New York is also surprisingly child-friendly, full of museums that focus on kids, plus great parks and playgrounds. Here are just a few ideas to help build the perfect itinerary.
Architectural adventures
New York wouldnt be the same without its dramatic skyline, which changes often and yet somehow remains timeless. The citys love affair with skyscrapers began in about 1890 and shows no signs of abating. Remarkably, three of its most beloved and iconic edifices went up in the space of just three years, between 1930 and 1933 the in 1933, which remains a vibrant cultural hub to this day. They stand just a few blocks away from each other in Midtown.
One of the best ways to appreciate the cityscape is to ascend to Rockefeller Centers Top of the Rock, which offers breathtaking, unobstructed views or to the uppermost viewing deck of the Empire State Building. Another unmissable perspective is looking back from the magnificent , after crossing it on foot.
Gilded statue of Prometheus, Rockefeller Center
Cultural epicenter
One of the most vibrant cultural hubs in the US, New York has an incredible collection of museums. Its art history biggies, such as , which spotlights film and video arts.
Animal attractions
There is plenty to keep kids entertained in the city, from the prehistoric dinosaurs at the , whose inhabitants include moray eels, penguins, and sea otters, as well as walruses and intelligent California sea lions.
A walk through Central Parks wooded reveals the sight and sounds of birds and small mammals. And on a tour of Prospect Park Lake, there is a good chance of spying green and black-crowned night herons.
Giant Ferris wheel and restaurants along the sandy beach, Coney Island
Hunting the past
New York also has a rich array of places that remember, reveal, and bring history to life. Both the shed light on the immigrant experience.
The former occupies the building through which millions passed as they were granted entry to the US, while the latter transports visitors back in time for a glimpse of the lives these immigrants led while settling down.
Visiting the .
New York on a budget
The city has an abundance of things to do that are free or cost very little. The enormous green spaces of Central Park and , whose music, theater, and dance performances are famous, and outdoor kids film series such as River Flicks.
People relaxing along a section of the High Line, an elevated public park created on an old train line
Green New York
The citys most popular attractions include numerous green oases, foremost among them Central Park. From the has basketball, tennis, and beach volleyball courts all free to use plus superb playgrounds.
Cherry trees in blossom in the Japanese Hill-and-Pond Garden, Brooklyn Botanic Garden
New York by season
Each of New Yorks four seasons, from its all-too-short summer to its long winter, has its charms. Although the beginning of spring can seem indistinguishable from winter, visits to the , which bursts with green plantings from April, show off the season of rebirth to great effect.
Summer is the perfect time to circumnavigate the island of Manhattan by boat, take a kayak out on the Hudson, and experience a baseball game at the . Nature lovers can catch an Audubon Center bird-watching boat tour in Prospect Park.
The easygoing days of summer start to give way to crisp air and high cultural energy come the fall. Head to the to take in the amazing panorama from one of its three majestic lookouts.
Winter naturally involves spending more time indoors. Besides the citys wealth of museums, Queens for proper outdoor ice-skating has the potential to delight kids for hours. In December, the tree at