Must-See New York – Top NYC Attractions, Landmarks, Statue of Liberty, Empire State Building. Top attractions by nycgo.com staff Metropolitan Museum of Art photo by Marley White • The view from Top of the Rock, photo by Marley White New York City's five boroughs are home to some of the world's most recognizable, cherished landmarks and attractions.
From Times Square and Central Park to the Empire State Building and The Metropolitan Museum of Art, the island of Manhattan packs more famous icons into one compact area than any other place on earth; and that's to say nothing of the City's four other boroughs—The Bronx, Brooklyn, Queens and Staten Island—each of which contains its own roster of must-see destinations. With so much to see and do, a trip to NYC may seem a little overwhelming. New York City in Three Days. It's your first trip to New York City, and you're only staying for a three-day weekend.
While it's impossible to take in all the excitement of the five boroughs in such a short time (lifelong NYC residents discover something new every day), you can still enjoy many of the City's essential attractions. Read on for a plan that will help you make the most of your time—these are the sights and sounds you must experience before you leave. Day One (Midtown) See the Skyline New York City is defined by its skyline, and all city skylines are measured against New York's—the silhouette created by Manhattan's buildings is nothing short of iconic. Gray Line New York Sightseeing Tours & Cruises.