Step1
Empire State Building
Macy's (Herald Square)
Probably the most popular attraction in New York City because of its appearance in nearly 100 movies, the Empire State Building, located on 34th Street near Fifth Avenue in mid-town Manhattan, is easily accessible by subway.
Macy's, one of the oldest retail chains in the history of the U.S., started in 1858, is in close proximity to the Empire State Building, and located on the same street. It is also known for it's beautiful Holiday decorations in the block long windows, and throughout the store. The focus here will be on the Empire State Building, because you can't miss Macy's if you visit it. Depending on where you are when you decide to go, there are a variety of train lines to choose from.
Take the A, C, or E train to the 34th Street and 8th Avenue stop, also referred to as Penn Station. When you exit, walk East for four blocks.
Take the 2 or 3 train to 34th Street and 7th Avenue, also referred to as Penn Station. Exit the subway and walk East for three blocks.
Take the Q, B, D, F, N, R, W, or V train to 34th Street and 6th Avenue, also referred to as Herald Square. Exit the subway station and walk East for one block.
Take the 4 or 5 train and transfer to the 6 train. Take the 6 train to 33rd Street and Park Avenue. Exit the subway station and walk West to 5th Avenue.
In all cases, you will see the Empire State building if you look up. Please step to the side and out of the flow of sidewalk traffic before doing so.
Ticket prices begin at $12 for children and approximately $18 for adults. Senior and Group discounts are available.
Step2
Times Square, Restaurant Row, Broadway Theatres
Similar to the 34th Street attractions, Times Square is so popular that nearly every train stops in its vicinity.
Take the A, C, E, N, Q, R, S, W, 1, 2, 3, 7, or 9 train directly to Times Square. You can also take the 4, 5, and 6 trains to Grand Central Station. Take a look around and maybe take a few pictures of the ceiling because it is beautiful. Then take the S (Shuttle) to Times Square.
The theaters are spread out throughout Times Square. If you are looking for a particular theater, try googling the name of the Broadway show you wish to see.
Restaurant Row is a block of restaurants featuring a diversity of delicious cuisine at affordable prices, located on 46th Street between 8th and 9th Avenues. You can walk there from Times Square.
Step3
Rockefeller Center
Famous at this time of year for its Gigantic Christmas Tree and outside ice skating rink, Rockefeller Center can be reached on foot or by train after you've dined in Restaurant Row.
The B, D, F, and V trains go directly there. You can also take the N, R, and W trains to 49th Street and walk East a couple of blocks and two blocks toward downtown.
Any other lines would be complicated due to transfers. It would be easier to walk the few extra blocks. Remember to bundle up because winter in New York City can be treacherous.
Step4
Wall Street
For those of you who wish to see the nerve center of our economy, Wall Street is deserted on the weekends.
Take the 2, 3 or R train downtown in Manhattan to the Wall Street stop.
Take the A, C, J, Z, M, 4 or 5 train to Fulton Street or Broadway Nassau stop. All of these will put you in close proximity to Wall Street. The famous charging bull sits in Bowling Green Park near Wall Street, exactly two blocks south of the exchange.
Step5
Central Park
Located in the middle of Manhattan, this oasis that hosts a zoo, a lake, an ice skating rink, and rare and unique trees and plants and is probably one of the most visited parks in America.
To get there by train take the A, B, C, D, or 1 train to 59th Street and Columbus Circle. Take the Q ,N, R, or W train to 57th Street. The 4, 5, and 6 trains will stop at 59th Street and Lexington, leaving you to walk West to the Park.
Step6
125th Street (Harlem)
The Apollo Theater
Made famous by Malcolm X, the Black Panthers, the Apollo Theater, and numerous Civil Rights Leaders in the 1960s, 125th Street in Harlem is a cultural "must-see" with shopping, hair braiding centers, and amazing restaurants.
Get there by taking the A, B, C, D, 2, or 3 trains uptown from Manhattan. Get off at the 125th Street stop and you will be on 125th Street when you exit the subway station.
Step7
Yankee Stadium (Bronx, NY)
Yankee fans, if you come all the way to New York City, you must take time out to visit the stadium or see a game if its Baseball season.
Take the B, D, or 4 train Uptown to the Yankee Stadium, 161st Street stop. It is a very congested area so look for signs, follow the crowd if it is game day, or ask a police officer for help. If your visit there is not during rush hour, stop and ask the Metro-card Booth Clerk for walking directions upon leaving the station.
You can transfer to a B train from the C train if you happen to be on that subway line.
Step8
Statute of Liberty
Synonymous with New York City, visitors and residents alike should take a moment to visit Lady Liberty. You will not get there by subway because she stands on Liberty Island in New York Harbor. Here is how to get to her.
Take the R, W, or 1 train downtown to South Ferry, or Whitehall stop. Or take the 4, or 5 train to Bowling Green. From there, you will need to take a ferry to the statute. Follow the signs, follow the crowd, walk toward the water, or ask a police officer, usually stationed nearby, for assistance.
Step9
Chinatown
Chinatown is a popular place for purchasing knock off Chanel and Coach handbags and enjoying Chinese culture. As you walk down the street, keep your ears open for people muttering phrases such as "Gucci, Chanel, Coach" and do not be alarmed if the person tells you to follow them from across the street. Re-selling knock offs is not exactly legal in the United States, but buying them makes for great souveniers.
Get to Chinatown by taking the J, M, N, Q, R, W, 6, A, C, E, or 1 train downtown from Manhattan to the Canal Street stop.
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