U.S.
Travel — New York New York City, NY
— Top 20 Fun Things To Do
"New York is a place halfway between America and the world." George Bernard Shaw
The City That Never Sleeps
There's no place quite like New York City — it has
a special magnetism, excitement, and energy that makes it unique.
Top Tourist & Dining Destination
in the U.S.
It's no surprise that New York is the nation's "top tourist destination," visited by millions of people from around the world. Ethnically and culturally diverse, New York City also holds the distinction
of being the Country's Top Dining Destination. New York City
Restaurants
Fun Things To Do in NYC
New York City offers visitors (and New Yorkers) an abundance of fun activities.
There's more to do and see here than in just about any other city in the
country.
New York City Attractions Fun NYC Tours & Sightseeing
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Why is New York referred to
as "the Big Apple?" Jazz musicians coined the phrase about 65 years ago. They
referred to the "Big" Apple (vs.
all the other apples) as the "big-time gig" in New York. They believed
that New York was the place to perform and that if they could make it there, they
could make it anywhere.
Top 20 Fun Things To Do
in New York City
year-round There's so much to
do and see in New York City, it can be
a little overwhelming, especially if it's your first visit.
We get calls from around the world asking for our recommendations — so
we've put together a list and a brief description of some FUN Things
To Do when visiting
New York City. Tell us about your favorites!
Christmas in New York City New York City is a fabulous place
to visit, especially during the Holiday
Season. Rockefeller Center's
giant Christmas tree provides a festive backdrop to
the ice-skating rink below. The area is filled with throngs of tourists
and holiday shoppers, making it a great place for people-watching! Be
sure to visit the new
"Top of the Rock."
New Year's Eve at Times Square Times Square is world-famous for its
annual New Years Eve celebrations and its "lowering of
the Ball," attended by thousands of people and watched by
millions more on TV.
