New York: On and Off the beaten path

The State of New York consists of five boroughs, better known suchas city neighborhoods: Manhattan, Brooklyn, Queens, the Bronx and Staten Island. For a short visit, many visitors prefer to focus on Manhattan, but there is a great reward for those who choose to deviate deltípico sightseeing. Brooklyn has quickly become famous for its good food and hotels in areas like Queens, will be cheaper and friendlier. In addition, offsetting some of the typical route that tourists do, is what will give the feeling of actually being in New York. However, there are two attractions that can not be missed when visiting the city. The Empire State Building and the Statue of Liberty, celebrating their anniversaries this year, so it's a perfect opportunity to visit Big Apple.

354 Steps to Freedom

The colossal dimensions of the Statue of Liberty can be truly appreciated in person. This huge neoclassical sculpture was designed by Frederic Bartholdi and represents 'freedom', the Roman goddess of freedom. On top of her torch is inscribed the date it was made independent North America, July 4, 1776 at his feet lies a chain rota.Para reach your crown, you have to climb 354 steps, which is the highest point that can be accessed the visitors.

The statue was given to America by France, as a symbol of Friendship, October 28, 1886 and this year celebrates its 125th anniversary with special events, tours and celebrations.

To arrive at Ellis Island, take a ferry whose tickets are priced at about $ 13 for adults, $ 5 for children and even to access Estatuadela Liberties wing free, a ticket is required for entry. Thousands of people visit daily to the famous sculpture and the queues can be extremely long.

There are 3000 tickets each day to reach the top of the statue and just amazingly fast. Tickets can be purchased in advance travésdelportal mail: statueoflibertytickets.com, but we recommend reserving tickets months in advance. It is an unforgettable and worth living.

Dreams 'emperors'

To celebrate its 80th anniversary, the Empire State Building will be presenting a fascinating presentation of its history, construction and engineering of this amazing iconic structure. Located on the 80th floor, the exhibition 'Dare to dream' exposes the exciting experienciadellevantamiento of this impressive building, famous for its 360-degree view piesde sus1454 height.

Open 365 days a year, from 8:00 a.m. to 2:00 a.m. 7 days a week, the last elevators go up at 1:15 am. Every Thursday night at the 86th floor you can enjoy a night tour that gives you a completely different experience, with background music to jazz and rhythm lights that never sleep in the city of Manhattan. Tickets can be purchased at the official website, including the Express Pass, tickets for the show 'Dare to dream' and the New York City Pass.