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Intrepid Sea, Air and Space Museum. A military and maritime museum located in Manhattan’s Hell’s Kitchen neighborhood, the Intrepid Sea, Air, and Space Museum is one of the only of its kind, offering an in-depth, interactive look at the military on the water, in the air, and beyond. Centered around the aircraft carrier, Intrepid, this fabulous…

New York Aquarium The oldest continually operating aquarium in the United States, the New York Aquarium shatters boundaries with brilliant flair and skill. Originally opened in 1896, this Brooklyn based aquarium has been in operation for over a century, granting the public a fascinating educational look into marine biology and the world of undersea life….

  Radio City Music Hall Best known as the home of the Radio City Christmas Spectacular and the dancing Rockettes, Radio City Music Hall has wowed, lured, and entertained visitors since its opening in 1923. Built as part of John D. Rockefeller’s revolutionary Rockefeller Center, Radio City Music Hall is an art deco masterpiece and…

Central Park There is never a shortage of things to do in the Big Apple, but if you need to slow down a little from the hectic chaos of the city all you need to do is step inside the 843-acre oasis between 5th Avenue and Central Park West. Central Park is as pivotal a…

Central Park Zoo The Central Park Zoo may be small but it is certainly mighty. Only 6.5 acres in lovely Central Park, this zoological park is dedicated to educating the public on animal biology and conservation while caring for the creatures in a humane and environmentally friendly manner. The Central Park Zoo has several distinct…

Empire State Building New York City is a city of landmarks and few are more iconic than the grand Empire State Building. Standing at an extravagant 102 stories plus a rooftop observation deck, this engineering masterpiece was the world’s tallest building for 40 years. Currently standing as the tallest building in New York City, the…

United Nations New York City has hosted the American headquarters of the world peacekeeping alliance since the building’s completion in 1952. One of four international UN headquarters, the New York City building is one of the most highly visited and offers in-depth discussions and tours to help visitors understand the organization’s mission. Every year, over…

  Rockefeller Center Tours Rockefeller Center was first envisioned by American business tycoon John D. Rockefeller over a hundred years ago as a “city within a city.” Construction began on Rockefeller Center during the worst years of the Great Depression, employing thousands of individuals and that is only the beginning of Rockefeller’s philanthropy and contributions….

Madison Square Garden The World’s Most Famous Arena, Madison Square Garden, was built as a multi-purpose arena in the heart of Manhattan. The current building was opened in February of 1968 though several others were built and demolished since the first building in 1879, originally owned by circus magnate P.T. Barnum. Madison Square Garden is…

Statue of Liberty No visit to New York City would be complete without a trip to our nation’s most famous National Monument and World Heritage Site, the Statue of Liberty. Located on Liberty Island, this colossal neoclassical sculpture was brought to America in 1886 as a symbol of friendship between France and the United States…

Willis Tower Skydeck Take in the breathtaking view of 6 states here at The Skydeck Chicago, one of the city’s most popular tourist attractions. The tower is 1,350 feet tall, giving you views of several of Chicago’s most iconic landmarks. If you look to the east, you can view the following attractions: Lake Michigan, Millennium…