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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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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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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Money and Costs

The delights of New York State don’t always come cheap. Yet with a little planning – and some insider tips – it’s not hard to economize.

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