A first visit
The bookings that are annoying to leave until you land.
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Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island ferry
Where: Battery Park
From $28
The official Statue City Cruises ferry. It is the only way onto Liberty Island and Ellis Island. Book a morning departure if you want both.
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Empire State Building observation deck
Where: Midtown
From $50
86th-floor deck, with an option for the 102nd. Timed tickets beat the walk-up line.
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Broadway tickets
Where: Theater District
What is playing this week, including rush and lottery seats when a show offers them.
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Central Park bike tour
Where: Central Park
A two-hour ride past Bethesda Fountain, the reservoir, and Strawberry Fields. Bike and helmet included.
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Where to stay
Hotels in Manhattan
Where: Manhattan
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