New York City Things to Do Tips by doug48

brooklyn bridge Brooklyn Bridge Review

begining at park place and the government center on the mahattan side, the brooklyn bridge crosses the east river to brooklyn. there is a pedestrian walkway over the upper level of the bridge that offers great views of lower mahattan and the south street sea port. a fun and free way to get a different view of the city.

Address: park place and the government center downtown

Directions: Take the subway A, C High St. - Brooklyn Bridge or 4,5,6 Brooklyn Bridge.

empire state building Empire State Building Review

the empire state building in the heart of manhattan is must see stop on a visit to new york. from the observation deck you get an excellent view of the city. pictured is view of the chrysler building from the observation deck.

Address: 350 5th Avenue

Directions: 1, 2, 3 or 9 (Seventh Avenue Lines), A, C or E (Eighth Avenue Subway) to 34th Street/Penn Station.

Phone: (212) 947-1360

Website: http://www.esbnyc.com/

united nations building United Nations Review

the united nations building is located at 1st ave and east 46th street . there are tours available of the u.n. complex. the united nations was formed after WWII in order to diplomatically solve conflicts between countries.

Address: The Visitors' Entrance is located on First Avenue.

Directions: Subway: number 4,5,6 or 7 trains to Grand Central Station; walk on 42nd Street to First Avenue.

Phone: 212-963-TOUR (8687)

Website: http://www.un.org/tours/

federal hall Wall Street Review

across the street from the new york stock exchange is the federal building. it was once the home to the u.s. treasury when new york was the capitol of the united states. george washington took the oath of office here in 1789.

Address: wall and broad streets

Directions: lower manhatten

the new york stock exchange Wall Street Review

on the corner of wall and broad streets in lower manhattan is the new york stock exchange. this historic building is in the center of new york's financial center.

Address: wall and broad streets

Directions: lower mahattan

circle line City Tours - CityPass Review

the circle line boat tour is a great way to get an overview of the city. the guide on the boat will point out important buildings, monuments, and will talk about the history of the city and some of the famous people who live there. the boat will take you into new york harbor for a close look of the statue of liberty and ellis island. they offer 1 1/2, and 3 hour tours.

Address: west 42nd street and 12th ave.

Directions: midtown, west side

Website: http://www.circleline42.com

metropolitan museum of art Metropolitan Museum of Art Review

the metropolitan museum of art (the met) is one of the finest art museums in the world. it is a must see sight for those who have interest in art, history, and culture. the highlights of the museum are the european painting rooms, the arms and armour section, the greek and roman rooms, and the egyptian collection. the museum also hosts traveling collections from museums from around the world.

Address: 1000 Fifth Avenue at 82nd Street

Directions: Take 4, 5, or 6 train to 86th Street and walk three blocks west to Fifth Avenue

Phone: 212-535-7710

Website: http://www.metmuseum.org/home.asp