What to do in Lower Manhattan, NY

Activities, attractions and tours

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Places to Visit in Lower Manhattan

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Activities

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SUMMIT One Vanderbilt Experience Tickets

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Tyrannosaurs rex skeleton in the American Museum of Natural History in New York

American Museum of Natural History Tickets

NZ$64
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Edge Observation Deck at Hudson Yards

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NZ$75
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Top of the Rock Timed Admission

Top of the Rock Timed Admission

NZ$87
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90% of travellers recommend
Top of the Rock Timed Admission
American Dream: SEA LIFE New Jersey Aquarium

American Dream: SEA LIFE New Jersey Aquarium

NZ$65
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88% of travellers recommend
American Dream: SEA LIFE New Jersey Aquarium
One World Observatory: Skip-the-Line Ticket

One World Observatory Tickets

NZ$53
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The Lion King On Broadway

The Lion King On Broadway

NZ$255
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96% of travellers recommend
The Lion King On Broadway
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Boroughs Tour: Brooklyn, Bronx, Harlem, Queens & Coney Island

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1. One World Trade Center

Standing well above its skyscraping neighbors, One World Trade Center is a building that is easily identifiable from New Jersey and from most parts of the boroughs surrounding Manhattan. The reflective sheen of the structure’s glass is easy to mistake for metal, and its isosceles triangular façades give it the appearance of having a twisting motion toward the sky.
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2. Brooklyn Bridge

As one of the oldest and longest suspension bridges in North America, the Brooklyn Bridge has long been an icon of progress for New Yorkers. Spanning almost 1600 feet (487.7 meters), the bridge crosses the East River and connects Lower Manhattan with Brooklyn. The bridge features six lanes for automobiles and two lanes dedicated to pedestrians and cyclists, and carries more than 120,000 people daily. The Brooklyn Bridge has long been a destination for tourists, and today visitors flock to the bridge for stunning views up the East River, and for the history linked to the bridge.
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3. Wall Street

Near the southern tip of Manhattan is New York City’s Wall Street, one of the world’s most active and influential financial districts. Walk through canyons created by wide buildings in which some of the world’s biggest business decisions are made. The area also has major government institutions and a famous national monument.
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4. Battery Park

This waterfront park is a favorite destination for New Yorkers and tourists alike, offering a quiet refuge from the hustle and bustle of downtown New York. Overlooking the New York Bay, Battery Park is the departure point for many of New York’s ferries, including the Staten Island, Ellis Island and Liberty Island ferries. Named for the battery that protected the city during the 17th century, the park is full of history, and has played an important role in shaping contemporary New York culture. Visitors to the park can discover this through the monuments throughout the park, while enjoying one of the best sunsets in the city.
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5. Washington Square Park

The best way to enter Washington Square Park is from the north, on 5th Avenue. As you pass high-end medical offices and views of the Empire State Building, you will emerge by the enormous archway and memorial that rises well above the rest of the park. Proceed under the arch and walk to the center of the park for another of its highlights. Here, you will find an enormous fountain that was once a popular hangout for bohemians, academics and artists.
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6. National September 11 Memorial & Museum

The 9/11 Memorial and Museum commemorates the victims of the attack on the Twin Towers on the 11th September 2001 along with those of the World Trade Center bombing in 1993, and is designed as a space for reflection and contemplation amidst the chaos and bustle of Lower Manhattan.
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7. Manhattan Bridge

Whether you begin in Brooklyn or Manhattan, crossing the Manhattan Bridge is always an impressive sight. During the day, the unmistakable New York City skyline gleams with skyscrapers. Even late at night, the stretch of lights in both directions reminds you why New York is called “the city that never sleeps.” Cross this bridge for its magnificent views, and remember to get your own picture of the scene found on many postcards.
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One World Trade Center

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