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New York is the most populous city in the United States, wielding global influence in commerce, finance, art, and fashion. As home to United Nations headquarters, it also serves as a hub of international diplomacy.

Updated August 15, 2026 · Edited by the World by City editors

New York City
Gateway airport
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
Best season
May–Jun, Aug–Oct
Time zone
America/New_York
Sights covered
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Statue of Liberty

Views & landmarks

Statue of Liberty

A large statue standing on Liberty Island in New York, given by France to commemorate the 100th anniversary of American independence. As a symbol of New York, it's best explored up close by ferry.

Central Park

Parks & gardens

Central Park

A large park in the heart of Manhattan, New York, considered the most visited park in the United States. It has appeared as a backdrop in countless films and TV shows, so many corners feel instantly familiar.

Chrysler Building

Views & landmarks

Chrysler Building

An Art Deco building at the corner of 42nd Street and Lexington Avenue in Manhattan, New York, completed in 1930. Having once been the world's tallest building, it stands as a defining landmark of the New York skyline.

Times Square

Parks & gardens

Times Square

Times Square is a bustling intersection where Broadway meets 7th Avenue in Midtown Manhattan, New York. Famous for its Broadway theaters and dazzling billboards, it draws visitors from around the world.

Solomon R. Guggenheim Museum

Museums & galleries

Solomon R. Guggenheim Museum

A modern art museum in Manhattan, New York, whose spiral building designed by architect Frank Lloyd Wright is itself a sight to see. You can view a wide range of works, from Impressionist to contemporary art.

American Museum of Natural History

Museums & galleries

American Museum of Natural History

A natural history museum located in Manhattan, New York. It's also well known as the setting for the "Night at the Museum" film series.

Ellis Island

Nature

Ellis Island

This island at the mouth of the Hudson River is known as the place where immigrants to the United States were processed from 1892 to 1954. It offers a glimpse into the history of immigration.

Liberty Island

Nature

Liberty Island

An uninhabited island in New York Harbor, well known as the site of the Statue of Liberty. Designated a national park along with Ellis Island, it's regarded as a symbol of New York.

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