Many families are staying close to home this year and vacationing in the United States instead of traveling abroad. One of the top vacation destinations is New York Attractions because it is the city that never sleeps and there is something for everyone. The kids will enjoy the parks, museums and the Broadway shows, while Mom and Dad will enjoy many of the same events along with some designed just for grownups.

Everyone who visits the city should go see one of the largest buildings in the world, the Empire State Building. For security purposes, those who are not going to climb the stairs or ride the elevators or escalators need to exit the building or go in one of the many shops at the bottom. There are several different little stores surrounding the bottom of the building that people frequent while they are waiting for the rest of their party to descend from the building in the clouds. The view from the top is magnificent and some people say they can feel a slight swaying in the building if they are standing very still.

Millions of people have seen Times Square on television and in movies and when they arrive at the famous landmark, they can’t believe how big it is and how packed with people and things to do. There are so many shops, diners and theaters that one could spend an entire day wondering around Times Square if they wanted to. There is the red metal fence that is depicted in a lot of television and movies where everyone seems to stop to get their picture taken and then there are lots of restaurants and delis to fill the lunch or dinner hour.

The entire family could get dressed up and take in a Broadway show. There are the old standards that have been on Broadway for many years, many of them upbeat musicals that kids would love. And then there are the newer plays written by some of today’s best talents. They are the plays that make people think and take notice of the world around them. One could even stand next to the back stage door and get an autograph or two if so inclined.

Ellis Island is a really special place, especially if a family’s relatives got their start there. It is a great piece of history and will inspire everyone to be a little nicer to those who don’t know the customs or language of America. There are large boats that shuttle people back and forth to the island and there are knowledgeable tour guides who can tell visitors everything there is to know about the island and its purpose.

The great Niagara Falls is not within walking distance, one must drive a short distance outside of the city to get there but it is worth the trouble. It is a beautiful waterfall and there are plenty of rain-ponchos on hand so no one will get wet. Pictures taken at the falls often feature a rainbow and sometimes a wedding or two is taking place depending on the day. A small boat will take tours of people up to the falls at the bottom and then they could walk behind the falls for a little ways. There is a view from the top of the falls and one from the bottom of the falls. There is also a souvenir shop.

The Statue of Liberty is in the harbor keeping watch over the harbor of the city. There is several ways to get to see her and some of the people who want to visit with her take a helicopter ride out there. With this type of transportation, they also get a bird’s eye view of all the other goings on in the city.

Many family’s like to pay their respects to the fallen men and women who died on September 11, 2001 so the visit Ground Zero. There is a memorial there and then people leave small tokens for loved ones or strangers or the heroes who helped to save the millions of people who made it out safely. It is always a highlight as one of the New York Attractions to say that you were able to visit the sacred ground where the country came together and helped one another like never before.

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