New York

About New York

Home to iconic sights like the Empire State Building, the Statue of Liberty, and Times Square, New York is packed with more must-see tourist attractions than you could squeeze into one visit! It’s no wonder it averages around 66 million visitors per year.

New York City is divided into five boroughs: the Bronx, Brooklyn, Queens, Staten Island and Manhattan. The latter is where you’ll find Fifth Avenue - one of the most expensive shopping streets in the world. If you fancy catching a show, it’s also the heart of New York’s famous theatre district where most of the Broadway theatres are located.

There’s no shortage of cultural attractions here. The Lincoln Center is where you’ll be able to enjoy opera, ballet, and classical music performances. The Museum of Modern Art houses many world-renowned masterpieces, while exhibits at The Metropolitan Museum of Art span over 5000 years. New York is also well known for its diverse food scene, from its own signature pizza style to jaw-defying deli sandwiches, and Michelin-starred restaurants offering unforgettable culinary experiences.

Green spaces were an important part of the city’s original plan and Central Park is one of the most famous film locations in the world. Bryant Park is a popular place for communal activities, and Washington Square Park in the heart of Greenwich Village has been the scene of various historic protests and demonstrations.

It would be impossible to capture even a small fraction of the exciting things to see and do in New York in just a few short paragraphs. Hopefully, we’ve mentioned enough to whet your appetite for a visit to the Big Smoke, all you need to do now is book your flight!