Manhattan - New York - United States. Guide & Hotel Reservations from Cheap Hotels
Who hasn't dreamed of a vacation in Manhattan? With its extensive selection of accommodations, you are sure to find something to accommodate your taste and budget. The Park South Hotel offers luxurious accommodations with amenities you can only dream of. Enjoy the views of the harbor and the skyline when you stay at the Bentley, or stay at the Bryant Park Hotel, which provides you with a spectacular view of the park.
The choices in dining are almost limitless. You can choose food from any part of the world or stick to the tried and true. Coffee shops, pubs, grills, fine dining or take out - the choice is yours. You will have a hard decision when you want to make up your mind about where and what you want to eat.
History buffs will not be able to cover all that Manhattan has to offer in historic homes and museums. You can narrow down your choices by deciding what aspects of history you would like to cover. See the extensive collection of art at the Studio Museum in Harlem, the Yeshiva University Museum, the Whitney Museum or the Ukrainian Museum. Visit the oldest house in Manhattan, the Morris Jumel Mansion, see the exhibits at the Jewish Museum, or delight in the interactive exhibits at the Children's Museum of Manhattan.
Get to know Manhattan by taking a tour, and in this area you also have many to choose from. Take a harbor cruise around the island with Circle Line Cruises, or a 90-minute trolley tour through Central Park. There are also guided tours of the United Nations, which is a must for any visit to Manhattan.
Manhattan is not just for sightseeing. There are many opportunities to take in some recreation. With several golf courses, the avid golfer will certainly want to spend some time on the course. Riverbank State Park offers roller blading, skateboarding as well as indoor and outdoor pools and you might like to take the simulated ride through New York City, available at the Empire State Building.
Shopping in Manhattan is the ultimate experience. Shop designer stores and craft boutiques. South Street Seaport is not only a shopping center extraordinaire, but is also a museum and home to many of the historic yachts in the country. In the World Financial Center, you can overlook New York harbor and shop at over 40 stores.
Manhattan enjoys an incredibly rich and diverse culture and a unique, vibrant atmosphere. This is a city that is always buzzing and always on the go. You will find people of all ethnicities here, so you can enjoy a truly diverse vacation experience where you can sample a range of cultures in one place. You can also enjoy an incredible nightlife, experience the hustle and bustle that is a corporate hub and the location for many business headquarters, and look forward to a vacation that packs in excitement, wonder, fun, recreation, relaxation, and beauty.
Not so long ago, Manhattan was struck by the tragic events of September 11th, where terrorist attacks almost brought the area to its knees. However, any visitor to this area will see that Manhattan has emerged stronger and more determined than ever, and still provides its visitors with a unique experience when it comes to the vacation of a lifetime.
Manhattan Travel Tips from Wolfgang Ricke and other guests
Wolfgang Ricke from Nivaa was a guest at
Bentley Hotel
If you want to visit a church service in Harlem to enjoy the Gospel singing try to find a service on a weekday. Sundays are crowded with Tourists and often these will not be let into church anymore to ensure that all local members find a seat.
Carol Mitchell from Sheffield was a guest at
Grand Union
It is good to walk to most places as you see a lot more sights. If you visit Macy's go to the visitors centre and show them some identification and you can get an 11% discount card, this card can be used as often as you like while in New York. If you want to visit Empire State Building it is best to go early in the morning around 8.30am to avoid the queues.
If you like shopping and love a bargain take a day to head out of NYC to Woodbury common, hundreds of shops including many designer brands in one handy shopping village! - catch a train from Penn station, with one change, it is about one hour journey..
If you are a foreigner, go to the information desk in Macy's with your passport to get 10% off your purchases.