By R.L. Cultrona
New York City is one of the most famous cities in the world and visited by millions of people every year. In addition to famous places like the Empire State Building, Central Park and Rockefeller Center, New York City offers literally hundreds of places to see, and it is easy to become overwhelmed. When visiting the Big Apple, your best bet is to book a sightseeing tour. Professional sightseeing companies have already done the leg work, grouping the most popular attractions together in a variety of easy-to-maneuver tours. This ensures that you get the most out of your stay.
Liberty Helicopters Tour
Manhattan from the Sky
If you are looking for a new way to see New York, try seeing it from the sky. This tour offers guests the chance to view the highlights of New York. These include the Statue of Liberty, Ellis Island, Chrysler Building, Empire State Building, New York Harbor, George Washington Bridge and Central Park. Tours depart throughout the day and last anywhere from 6 to 20 minutes. The helicopters can accommodate up to seven people. They feature climate control and all front-facing seats for the best possible views. Tours run 365 days a year, including holidays.
Liberty Helicopters
One Block North of VIP Heliport
West 30th Street & 12th Ave
New York, NY 10001
(212) 967-6464
Carriage Ride in New York
Carriage Ride Through the Park
This tour is a great option for guests who want a relaxing sightseeing experience. It is also the ideal choice for couples looking for a little romance. The carriages will take guests through and around Central Park with views of Woolman Skating Rink, Pond, Sheep's Meadow, Zoo, the Dakota (the former home of John Lennon) and the Mall with its stunning fountains and statues. The tour also includes Cherry Hill, Strawberry Fields, Tavern on the Green, Columbus Circle and Trump International Hotel and Tower where many celebrities call home.
New York Tours
(888) 880-9108 (Phone)
(800) 410-8234 (Fax)
www.nytours.us/tours/tourDetail.cfm?tour_id=4826
Hop On, Hop Off, New York Bus Tour
Double Decker Bus Ride Through the City
Enjoy the freedom of sightseeing at your own pace when you book the hop on/hop off bus tour. Your voucher includes unlimited tour access over a 48-hour period. The bus tour offers 4 tour loops for you to ride. The Uptown Loop includes stops like Central Park, Lincoln Center, Rockefeller Plaza, Radio City and the Theatre District. The Downtown Loop includes the Empire State Building, SoHo, Greenwich Village and Times Square; the Brooklyn Loop takes guests through Brooklyn Heights, Atlantic Avenue and the Brooklyn Museum of Art.
All New York Tours
(866) 654-1396 (Phone)
www.allnewyorktours.com
About the Author:
R.L. Cultrona is a San Diego native and a graduate of San Diego State University. She holds a Bachelor of Arts in theater, television and film with a minor in communications and political science. She began writing online instructional articles in June 2009.
