The spectacular Taughannock Falls is worth the hike to view it

New York

For most, any trip to the Empire State starts or finishes in its iconic metropolis: New York City. However, if you confine your travels only to the five boroughs there's a considerable amount you're missing out on.

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01 / Attractions

Must-see attractions

Central Park
Upper West Side & Central Park
One of the world’s most renowned green spaces, Central Park comprises 843 acres of rolling meadows, boulder-studded outcroppings, elm-lined walkways,…
American Museum of Natural History
Upper West Side & Central Park
Founded back in 1869, this venerable museum contains a veritable wonderland of more than 34 million objects, specimens and artifacts – including armies of…
Frick Collection
New York City
This spectacular art collection sits in a mansion built by steel magnate Henry Clay Frick, one of the many such residences lining the section of Fifth Ave…
New Museum of Contemporary Art
New York City
The New Museum of Contemporary Art is a sight to behold: a seven-story stack of ethereal, off-kilter white boxes (designed by Tokyo-based architects…
Governors Island
New York City
Off-limits to the public for 200 years, former military outpost Governors Island is now one of New York's most popular seasonal playgrounds. The fort…
Hudson River Park
West Village, Chelsea & Meatpacking District
The High Line may be all the rage these days, but one block away from that famous elevated park stretches a 5-mile-long recreational space that has…
Coney Island
New York City
About an hour by subway from Midtown, this popular seaside neighborhood makes for a great day trip. The wide sandy beach has retained its nostalgic,…
Lincoln Center
Upper West Side & Central Park
This stark arrangement of gleaming modernist temples houses some of Manhattan’s most important performance companies: the New York Philharmonic, the New…

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02 / Planning Tools

Expert guidance to help you plan your trip

Best Things to Do

New York State offers a more relaxed agenda than NYC, with Hudson Valley outdoor art museums, Long Island mansions and Thousand Island cruises.

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Things to Know

New York State is so varied, everyone will find something to love. Here’s where to go, what to do, what to eat, and how to get around the Empire State.

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Transportation

Escape the urban jungle and explore New York State's incredible landscapes and charming towns. Here's how to get around when you get there.

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Free Things to Do

A hidden place in upstate New York where you can find chickadees and fairies? That’s just one of the unique things to do in the state that’s totally free.

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