Preface: This week we will be sharing with you the best tips and tricks to plan for the ultimate New England road trip. From the flight into a big city, NYC, to the beginning of the drive into the New England states. Follow us all week long for our unique road trip recommendations and the wonderful sights of these beautiful states.
We are starting the week off by flying into NYC for a day and highlighting some of the must see tourist attractions before driving into the New England states.
New York City is truly an American treasure known by many nicknames such as "the City that Never Sleeps," "Gotham,""the Big Apple," and many more. The city has five boroughs - Manhattan, Brooklyn, Queens, the Bronx and Staten Island with many famous and historic sights to see.
Times Square
A trip to NYC is not complete without visiting Times Square! With bright lights, billboards, and people and one of the world's most visited tourist attractions with almost 50 million visitors each year, it is truly a bucket list destination. Times Square is referred as "the Crossroads of the World", "the Center of the Universe", "the Heart of the Great White Way", and "the Heart of the World".
Central Park
Take a break from the bustling city life and visit the first public park in America. Central Park is an true beauty located right in the middle of Manhattan and covers 843 acres. It is a world-famous park with around 43 million visitors a year, and created in 1858 to help locals escape the urban life.
Statue of Liberty
Also known as Lady Liberty, the Statue of Liberty is an American icon and a symbol of freedom. The Statue was completed in July of 1884 in France as a gift to the United States, and arrived in New York Harbor on June 17, 1885. Located on Liberty Island in Upper York Bay, she a monumental attraction.
Grand Central Station
A wonder that truly makes NYC "the Crossroads of the World" is Grand Station Terminal which was first built in 1871. After about a decade of being closed, the reopening of the station that we know today is dated back to Feb 2, 1913. It is a historic treasure and a must see located in Midtown Manhattan.
One World Trade Center
Known as the tallest building in the United States standing at 1,766 feet tall, the One World Trade Center is a very unique stop on your NYC trip. Also known as "the Freedom Tower," it was built to honor the Twin Towers in 2014 in Manhattan. The best part of the Tower is the One World Observatory which provides visitors a panoramic view of the NYC located on floors 100-102 of the 104 story building.
Rockefeller Center
Named after John D. Rockefeller, this complex covers 22 acres and consists of 19 commercial buildings. It is most known for its' annual iconic Christmas Tree and skating pond, which have been featured in many iconic films. This area is full of rich history, incredible people, and a myriad of events.
Brooklyn & Manhattan Bridges
These bridges are the most well-known out of three suspended bridges that connect the boroughs Manhattan and Brooklyn. The Manhattan opened in 1909, and the Brooklyn in 1883. Many people take the time and walk across these bridges to enjoy the adventurous sights.
Empire State Building
Opened on May 1, 1931, the Empire State Building was the world's tallest skyscraper at the time of its' completion. With a name inspired by the nickname of the state of New York, "Empire State," it is a monumental stop while in NYC.
This is only a small list of things to do and sights to see in the beautiful city of New York City, with other attractions including Broadway shows, Radio City Music Hall, 9/11 Memorial, MoMA, Bronx Zoo, and hundreds more. There is an incredible history story behind all of these wonders and NYC itself. So, before starting your road trip drive into New England, spend a few days in NYC and experience the rich history and culture that it has to offer.
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