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Bright lights in the big city – we love New York. You’ve heard the songs, seen the films and now it’s time to experience if you yourself. It only takes a moment for NYC to knock your socks off.
Getting ready for your first trip to New York? Your first sight of the skyline will be unforgettable. Head up to the Top of the Rock for sweeping views across the city – see the Empire State Building, Central Park, the Chrysler Building and beyond from 70 floors up in the sky. Venture further and hop on the Staten Island Ferry for a glimpse of the Statue of Liberty, power-walk across the Brooklyn Bridge and make tracks to Hudson Yards to see the 2019 Vessel and walk the High Line. With a world-famous landmark on every street corner and an abundance of metro stops – it’s impossible to get lost.
On a return visit? Basketball season starts from October, so get tickets to catch a New York Knicks game at Madison Square Garden. Or get last-minute tickets to see the side-splitting Book of Mormon on Broadway, then catch the latest blockbuster art exhibition at the Whitney, followed by dinner at a new restaurant opening in trendy Tribeca. Why not start planning your next trip now?
Book with British Airways and we’ll help you plan a New York city break to remember. With our carefully selected hotels and frequent flights, enjoy British Airways service beyond the JFK baggage carousel and create the perfect package holiday.
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A great holiday starts with a great place to stay. Browse our selection of New York hotels – there’s bound to be one that’s perfect for your NYC city break. City break lovers should check in at the Roosevelt for its iconic Midtown Manhattan location and chic rooftop bar, Mad46. Trendy travellers should stay at the modern Moxy Times Square, with its rooftop lounge and fun atmosphere. Fans of old-school glam should look no further than The Plaza, which towers over Central Park and Fifth Avenue. The Grand Hyatt New York is right next to Grand Central Station and extremely well-placed for getting about the city. Its stylish lobby and modern feel appeals to city-slickers and New York first-timers alike.
Despite its reputation, there are inexpensive places to stay in New York – even in central Manhattan. You can stay in the city centre on a shoestring without cramping your style. The Roosevelt has over 1,000 good-value rooms, and it’s right by the Rockefeller. The modern stylings of Row NYC give it an urban edge, and it’s lively and fun.
Get the keys to one of these four-star boltholes and unlock state-of-the-art facilities and skyline views. The Doubletree Times Square West is a massive new hotel in a fantastic location.. When it comes to premium hotels, we only bring you the best.
Live like a Park Avenue princess on a luxury New York holiday. Cream always rises to the top, and these high-rise hotels – with their elegant penthouses and skyline views – are no exception. Lotte New York Palace has a glittering Gold Room Bar and is a setting fit for fictional high society: TV series Gossip Girl was frequently filmed here – and so was Homeland.
The Knickerbocker Hotel
€658pp
Parker New York
€526pp
InterContinental NEW YORK BARCLAY
€550pp
InterContinental New York Times Square
€627pp
The Knickerbocker Hotel
€658pp
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New York, and especially Manhattan, is an expensive place. It has a right to be – it’s one of the greatest cities on earth. There’s world-class food and amazing hotels, but it’s also perfectly possible to explore the city on a budget. Our handy planner tells you how much money you need to cover your hotel, food, activities and more.
With so much to see and do in New York, it can be tricky to know where to start, but don’t fret – our essential guide to holidays in New York will have you looking like a local in no time.
New York’s sights are spread around the city, though most first-timers will want to stay somewhere on Manhattan Island. We’ve pulled out some of the best areas to stay in the city, below.
Many first-time visitors opt to stay near Times Square. It’s not known as ‘The Crossroads of the World’ for nothing: it’s one of the world’s busiest pedestrian areas and is well-connected to many of the city’s main sights. Midtown, the area around Times Square, is where you’ll find the Empire State Building, the Chrysler Building, Grand Central Terminal, and the Rockefeller Center. Try booking the Doubletree by Hilton Times Square West.
If you’re hankering for a luxury hotel with all the trimmings: bells, whistles and bellhops, then the Upper East Side is your best bet. Here you’ll find fabulous hotels like the Surrey, with its fashion-savvy clientele. This area is one of the most expensive in the city. As you walk along Fifth Avenue, bordering Central Park, you’ll encounter ‘Museum Mile’, an area of prestigious cultural institutions like the Met and the Frick.
Staying on the Lower East Side puts you near Brooklyn Bridge and the Tenement Museum – a popular museum which gives you a taste of the area’s working-class roots. The LES has gentrified rapidly in the last couple of decades. Hotel Indigo New York LES gives you a feel for the area as it is now, trendy, young and fun.
A number of eye-catching cast iron buildings form the backbone of the Soho district, which sits below Midtown. The name comes from the area’s geography: it’s the region south of Houston Street, in downtown Broadway. Soho is synonymous with shopping – with boutiques for everyone from Opening Ceremony to Celine. Stay at NoMo Soho for interiors stuffed with vintage finds and curious furnishings.
Hudson Yards, which sits on the west side of Manhattan island, below Hell’s Kitchen, is New York’s newest district. Money has poured in, and the skyscrapers have reared up in this exciting new city hub. Crowne Plaza HY36 is right in the middle of the district. Watch this space: new restaurants and shops are opening all the time.
Whatever type of New York city break you’re after, you can be sure that the Big Apple won’t be short on things to see and do. Here are our top five suggestions:
Our top tip? Book tickets in advance wherever possible – it’ll save you having to queue, leaving you more time to explore this exciting city.
Yes, you can do New York over a long weekend. Get swept up on a minibreak – shopping, exploring and eating your way through NYC block by block. If it’s your first visit, check out our classic itinerary. If you fancy a quirkier route, read our curious weekend guide. Use our NYC top ten to tick off the key sights. We fly up to 15 times a day to New York from London airports, making it easy to plan your short break. Plus, book your experiences with us before you go, and avoid spending your precious time queueing.
Discover the best NYC deals and save, when you combine your flight, hotel and car hire. We have more than 12,000 hotels to choose from and up to 15 flights a day from London to New York. Plus, earn bonus Avios when you book your holiday to New York with us.
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