15 Must-See Attractions for a Weekend in New York City, New York, New York

For many people, New York City is near the top of the list of places in the US that they want to visit. It may not be a relaxing, getaway-type destination, but nowhere else in the world can you find such a collection of style, world-famous sights, and American culture as in New York City.

Some college friends of mine recently started planning a “guys trip” to NYC and made a point to convince me that I needed to come (though I didn’t really need much convincing). One of the downsides about a trip to NYC is that everyone has an opinion on what you should do and see while you’re there, and hardly any two people’s views are the same. So if you want an expert’s or local’s opinion, there’s plenty out there. If you want the recommendations of an average guy after his first time there, keep reading.

One of the most remarkable things about NYC is the landmarks. These are the photos you see when you search for NYC or the quick shots in movies, so you know quickly where the characters are. With only a short weekend there, I didn’t get a chance to see all New York has to offer, but we did our best to see the most famous ones.

Probably the most iconic sight in NYC, the Statue of Liberty stands in the harbor. Originally a gift from the French to symbolize freedom and democracy, she became known as the first sight that immigrants would see coming to a new life in America. Multitudes of Americans can trace their ancestry back to someone who would’ve passed this statue and the nearby Ellis Island. Even if the icon doesn’t hold that kind of significance to you personally, everyone can appreciate the workmanship and magnitude of the piece, and what it symbolizes for Americans. ...... (follow the instructions below for accessing the rest of this article).