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Jan 30th, 2012, 06:58 PM
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Hi Everyone,
Im heading to New York on the 5th of April this year. I arrive at JFK airport at 6pm. Im staying off 7th avenue very close to Central Park. I wondering a couple of things!
1. Whats the easiest route via train from JFK-7th Avenue
2. Where are some good places to eat in the area
3.Is there any must see attractions in New York, apart from Statue of Liberty, Twin Towers site, Central Park Maddison Square Gardens ect ect
Im heading to New York on the 5th of April this year. I arrive at JFK airport at 6pm. Im staying off 7th avenue very close to Central Park. I wondering a couple of things!
1. Whats the easiest route via train from JFK-7th Avenue
2. Where are some good places to eat in the area
3.Is there any must see attractions in New York, apart from Statue of Liberty, Twin Towers site, Central Park Maddison Square Gardens ect ect
Jan 31st, 2012, 04:38 AM
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For restaurants, you may get more help if you tell us what type of cuisine you like and how much you want to spend. I like www.menupages.com to search for restaurants and read reviews.
Must see varies by a person's interests. What appeals to me might bore someone else silly.
We've really liked: MoMA, UN, Ellis Island, Tenement Museum, Metropolitan Museum of Art, Frick Collection. And, for us, going to the theater is always a highlight of any trip to NYC.
Must see varies by a person's interests. What appeals to me might bore someone else silly.
We've really liked: MoMA, UN, Ellis Island, Tenement Museum, Metropolitan Museum of Art, Frick Collection. And, for us, going to the theater is always a highlight of any trip to NYC.
Jan 31st, 2012, 05:53 AM
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Some advice:
1. Read a travel book or two on NYC.
2. Tell us what your interests are so that we can give better advice. (Asking for "must-see attractions in New York" can easily result in a never-ending list!
1. Read a travel book or two on NYC.
2. Tell us what your interests are so that we can give better advice. (Asking for "must-see attractions in New York" can easily result in a never-ending list!
Jan 31st, 2012, 05:59 AM
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The easiest route by train from JFK to your location is actually the subway. Take the Airtrain to Jamaica station and then go downstairs, and hop on the E subway train. It stops at 7th Avenue/53rd Street, which should be a few blocks from your hotel. This takes longer than the Long Island Railroad option but gets you closer to your hotel. This will cost you $5 for the Aitrain, and $2.25 for the subway.
However you can take the Long Island Railroad (20 minutes as opposed to 40 minutes) and then the subway (again, E train, same stop). The R train probably gets you closer, but that would require you to leave Penn Station, walk on the busy streets a long block and get on the subway again. This will cost you $5 for the Aitrain and $6.25 for the Long Island Railroad, then $2.25 for the subway.
However you can take the Long Island Railroad (20 minutes as opposed to 40 minutes) and then the subway (again, E train, same stop). The R train probably gets you closer, but that would require you to leave Penn Station, walk on the busy streets a long block and get on the subway again. This will cost you $5 for the Aitrain and $6.25 for the Long Island Railroad, then $2.25 for the subway.
Jan 31st, 2012, 07:43 AM
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Is there any must see attractions in New York, apart from Statue of Liberty, Twin Towers site, Central Park Maddison Square Gardens ect ect
Nope that's it. But as HowardR suggested read up a bit and there may other places that might appeal to you.
Nope that's it. But as HowardR suggested read up a bit and there may other places that might appeal to you.
Jan 31st, 2012, 09:25 AM
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The Statue of Liberty is closed for renovation until next fall - so you might just want to have a look at a distance fromt he free Staten Island ferry (about 1.5 hours RT across the harbor) or from one of the Circle Line tour boats (2 or 3 hour tours of the island/harbor). If youwant to see the Ellis Island Immigration Museum (brilliant!) then do book the ferry to Sol, look at the outside then on to Ellis Island. Get ferry tickets in advance from the National Park Service.
Madison Square Garden has nothing to see. It's just a regular arena - unless you are going to a hockey or basketball game. If you are nterested in sports the Yankees (best baseball team int he history of the world) gives tours of their stadium and monument park - and you might even get to see a game (haven;t looked at the schedule for this year yet).
As for what else to do - there are about a hundred must sees - varying by your interests. Look at some guide books - or tell us - and we'll give a specific list.
Madison Square Garden has nothing to see. It's just a regular arena - unless you are going to a hockey or basketball game. If you are nterested in sports the Yankees (best baseball team int he history of the world) gives tours of their stadium and monument park - and you might even get to see a game (haven;t looked at the schedule for this year yet).
As for what else to do - there are about a hundred must sees - varying by your interests. Look at some guide books - or tell us - and we'll give a specific list.
Jan 31st, 2012, 11:20 AM
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As far as dining goes, I would explore other areas of the city. The closest, more residential area near your hotel is the upper west side, which has lots of dining options, and more 'neighborhood' places.
My personal favorite restaurant neighborhood is the E. Village, partly because I live in the downtown area, but also because there's a wealth of restaurants, many very reasonable, and a great variety of cuisines.
Are you interested in museums? There are some of the best not too far from your hotel. Also exploring some of the different neighborhoods, is worthwhile, maybe with a walking tour. The village area is great, and a walk through Washington square park is always entertaining. In April, the street fair season begins. On any given weekend, there usually are several around town.
My personal favorite restaurant neighborhood is the E. Village, partly because I live in the downtown area, but also because there's a wealth of restaurants, many very reasonable, and a great variety of cuisines.
Are you interested in museums? There are some of the best not too far from your hotel. Also exploring some of the different neighborhoods, is worthwhile, maybe with a walking tour. The village area is great, and a walk through Washington square park is always entertaining. In April, the street fair season begins. On any given weekend, there usually are several around town.
Jan 31st, 2012, 02:14 PM
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New York is one of the great cities of the world, so if all there is to see are the ultra-touristy attractions you mentioned, NYC is in trouble.
Answer this question: what do you like? After that, you'll get better answers on what to see or do.
As for the time of year you'll be in the City, there are two-plus pro hockey teams in the area (the Isles are only semi-pro now), two NBA teams of middling quality, and the other pro(-ish) baseball team will open its season the day you arrive (that would be the Mets) and will be out of playoff contention within a few days after that so tickets are probably easier to get. If you're in NYC until April 13, the Yankees (that would be the premier sports franchise in the world, don't let NYtraveler sell them short) will be home for a week so you can max-out your credit cards and potentially watch greatness.
Answer this question: what do you like? After that, you'll get better answers on what to see or do.
As for the time of year you'll be in the City, there are two-plus pro hockey teams in the area (the Isles are only semi-pro now), two NBA teams of middling quality, and the other pro(-ish) baseball team will open its season the day you arrive (that would be the Mets) and will be out of playoff contention within a few days after that so tickets are probably easier to get. If you're in NYC until April 13, the Yankees (that would be the premier sports franchise in the world, don't let NYtraveler sell them short) will be home for a week so you can max-out your credit cards and potentially watch greatness.
Jan 31st, 2012, 07:56 PM
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Hi Everyone.
Thanks for all the comments.
I'm only in NYC for 6 days (5th-10th), taking care of my cousins who are 11,14 & 17 yrs old while my uncle is on business, they are also from OZ, so aim is to take them on a few tours ect ect.
The 4 of us are crazy basketball fans (sports fans in general) and have already booked our tickets to see Melo & the Knicks vs Chicago.
Are there any basketball games on at that time? College or D-league maybe.
We are also big Theatre, Film & TV fans.
We all like a range of food except Seafood. But don't really want to spend a lot on each meal. Maybe some good family restaurants to eat at.
Thanks for all the comments.
I'm only in NYC for 6 days (5th-10th), taking care of my cousins who are 11,14 & 17 yrs old while my uncle is on business, they are also from OZ, so aim is to take them on a few tours ect ect.
The 4 of us are crazy basketball fans (sports fans in general) and have already booked our tickets to see Melo & the Knicks vs Chicago.
Are there any basketball games on at that time? College or D-league maybe.
We are also big Theatre, Film & TV fans.
We all like a range of food except Seafood. But don't really want to spend a lot on each meal. Maybe some good family restaurants to eat at.
Feb 1st, 2012, 12:27 AM
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By that time you are here, the college ball will either be over or played elsewhere. It is the end of the college b-ball tournament.
If the weather is good on a weekend go to Sixth Avenue and Fourth Street where they play street b-ball in The Cage. It is full court but shorter and narrower but you better know how to play.
Some of the cheaper but better seafood restaurants are The Mermaid Inn and Mary's Fish Camp. Mary's is better but is cramped and does not take reservations.
When you are here, look at Time Out NY for what is theaters and movies are playing. There is the magazine and an on-line version also the Village Voice.
If the weather is good on a weekend go to Sixth Avenue and Fourth Street where they play street b-ball in The Cage. It is full court but shorter and narrower but you better know how to play.
Some of the cheaper but better seafood restaurants are The Mermaid Inn and Mary's Fish Camp. Mary's is better but is cramped and does not take reservations.
When you are here, look at Time Out NY for what is theaters and movies are playing. There is the magazine and an on-line version also the Village Voice.
Feb 1st, 2012, 09:18 AM
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I think a walk across the Brooklyn Bridge from Brooklyn TOWARD Manhattan and the iconic views is a must. Have a TAXI take you to the beginning of the pedestrian bridge path at the intersection of Tillary St. and Adams St.
You could then walk through South Street Seaport area and on to the Twin Towers site from the there.
You could then walk through South Street Seaport area and on to the Twin Towers site from the there.
Feb 1st, 2012, 09:28 AM
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Well for theater go to broadwaybox.com to get advance discount tickets for a host of musicals, comedies and plays.
There are a lot of TV shoes and movies shot in NY - but sets are usually closed and while you can hang around street shoots the chance of seeing anyone is small. And if you do you won;t be allowed to approach. When you get here call 311 (city info) and they will give you the web site to find out what is shooting where. As for getting into live TV - most shows have an 18 minimum age limit - butyou can hang around outside the studios of the morning shows and see yourselves on camera (get there by 6 am).
Agree to go to the Cage to see good b'ball if the wether allows (they won;t play in snow). You will see players that likely would be pros in many other countries.
There are a lot of TV shoes and movies shot in NY - but sets are usually closed and while you can hang around street shoots the chance of seeing anyone is small. And if you do you won;t be allowed to approach. When you get here call 311 (city info) and they will give you the web site to find out what is shooting where. As for getting into live TV - most shows have an 18 minimum age limit - butyou can hang around outside the studios of the morning shows and see yourselves on camera (get there by 6 am).
Agree to go to the Cage to see good b'ball if the wether allows (they won;t play in snow). You will see players that likely would be pros in many other countries.
Feb 1st, 2012, 10:46 AM
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Manyoo doesn't compare, sf. It has won 19 Premierships, the Yanks have won 40 pennants. Manyoo has 11 FA cups and 4 League cups, the Yanks have 27 World Series. A closer analogue would be Real Madrid (31 La Liga titles, 18 Copas del Rey, 9 ECL wins), but it's first four or five ECL titles were really "the Real Madrid Invitational" . . .
I'm an Islander fan - grew up on Islander hockey when the team was up-and-coming through the four Cups. Now, it's slightly superior to some of the better college teams. Very sad in its way.
AT5: the Final Four will be March 31 and the NCAA Championship will be April 2. The women's national semifinals are on April 1 and their title game on April 3. None will be in NYC. No college hoops after that. If you cannot get the games on tv in Oz, try cbssports.com.
Since Van Gundy's resignation in 2001, the main D-League team in New York has been the Knicks, although the Nets have out-sucked the Knicks two years running. There is no actual D-League member in the City, just teams that play like them.
Too bad you're stuck with the long-season minor league team for baseball (that'd be the Mets again). NYC also has two short-season class A minor league teams in Staten Island and Brooklyn, but their seasons don't start until late June. At least the Mets' new stadium is an upgrade over that heinous pit they used to play in.
I'm an Islander fan - grew up on Islander hockey when the team was up-and-coming through the four Cups. Now, it's slightly superior to some of the better college teams. Very sad in its way.
AT5: the Final Four will be March 31 and the NCAA Championship will be April 2. The women's national semifinals are on April 1 and their title game on April 3. None will be in NYC. No college hoops after that. If you cannot get the games on tv in Oz, try cbssports.com.
Since Van Gundy's resignation in 2001, the main D-League team in New York has been the Knicks, although the Nets have out-sucked the Knicks two years running. There is no actual D-League member in the City, just teams that play like them.
Too bad you're stuck with the long-season minor league team for baseball (that'd be the Mets again). NYC also has two short-season class A minor league teams in Staten Island and Brooklyn, but their seasons don't start until late June. At least the Mets' new stadium is an upgrade over that heinous pit they used to play in.
Feb 1st, 2012, 11:00 AM
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Leaving JFK, take the Airtran to the A train and it's a straight shot into Manhattan, get off at 59th St, and you are probably a block away from your hotel. No need to change trains and it will be closer to your hotel.
You won't be able to more than scratch the surface of all the things to see and do here during your stay. We have some of the best museums in the US and maybe the world right here.
April will be lovely everything will be in bloom, and Central Park will be at it's most lovely (imho).
Also you might check out the Botanic Gardens in Brookly and The Bronx, which is also very close to the Bronx Zoo and worth a day visit.
Get a book, and read up on the City so you can spend your time seeing the things that are of the most interest.
Have a GREAT time while you are here.
You won't be able to more than scratch the surface of all the things to see and do here during your stay. We have some of the best museums in the US and maybe the world right here.
April will be lovely everything will be in bloom, and Central Park will be at it's most lovely (imho).
Also you might check out the Botanic Gardens in Brookly and The Bronx, which is also very close to the Bronx Zoo and worth a day visit.
Get a book, and read up on the City so you can spend your time seeing the things that are of the most interest.
Have a GREAT time while you are here.
Feb 1st, 2012, 11:11 AM
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Here is our six days in NYC last October in words and photos. It might provide you with some insight on things to do.
http://www.travelswithmaitaitom.com/...City_2011.html
http://www.travelswithmaitaitom.com/...City_2011.html
