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The Statue of Liberty in New York (Photodisc)
New York City Family Travel Tips
- See a Broadway show.
- Ponder the universe at the American Museum of Natural History's Rose Center of Earth and Science.
- Stroll Central Park and visit the Tisch Children's Zoo.
- Browse world-famous art at the Met, MoMA, and Guggenheim.
- Take in sweeping city views from the Empire State Building and Top of the Rock.
Family Overview: New York City, New York
If your family wants the energy and excitement of a big-city vacation, New York can't be beat. Along with browsing some of the world's best museums, you can attend a Broadway show, inline skate in Central Park, see the Statue of Liberty up close, as well as catch a Yankee game at the "House that Ruth Built" (Yankee Stadium) or watch the Mets play at Shea Stadium.Read More
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Attractions
Bronx Zoo
2300 Southern Boulevard
Bronx, New York 10460
Distance: 8.1 mi. (from destination center)
Description: The Bronx Zoo is a must-see for animal lovers. Less than 15 miles from downtown Manhattan, it's a... Read More
Bronx, New York 10460
Distance: 8.1 mi. (from destination center)
Description: The Bronx Zoo is a must-see for animal lovers. Less than 15 miles from downtown Manhattan, it's a... Read More
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Lights of Liberty
1-hr. tour shows depart from PECO Energy Center, 6th and Chestnut sts
620 Chestnut St
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 19106
Distance: 83.0 mi. (from destination center)
620 Chestnut St
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 19106
Distance: 83.0 mi. (from destination center)
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The Liberty Bell
Chestnut St. between 5th and 6th sts. (enter on 6th St. between Market and Chestnut sts.)
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Distance: 82.9 mi. (from destination center)
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Distance: 82.9 mi. (from destination center)
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Airports
Major Airports near New York City
| Distance (mi.) | ||
|---|---|---|
| New York La Guardia Airport | 6.1map | |
| Newark Liberty International Airport | 10.7map | |
| New York John F Kennedy International Airport | 13.7map |
Other Smaller Airports near New York City
| Distance (mi.) | ||
|---|---|---|
| Teterboro Airport | 7.7map | |
| Caldwell Wright Airport | 17.3map | |
| Westchester County Airport | 26.2map |
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Top Ten Speciality Spas
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Top Ten Literary Watering Holes
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Top Ten Street Markets
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Biking in Babylon
You've grinded Moab into dust, left your mark on the Pacific NW, and bombed down Whistler. Now it's time to brave cops, muggers, and the Mole People for the Holy Grail in urban mountain biking. Away Trip Idea -
Off-the Rails Adventure
Kayaking around the Statue of Liberty. Gorp Travel -
Top Ten Off-the-Rails Adventure
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New York City Vacation Rentals
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Bedrooms: 1
Bathrooms: 2
Sleeps: 6
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Sleeps: 6
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