Four New York Sights, From Cemetery Hills to Helicopters

4.7 (867)

Mon – Sun, 08:00 – 18:00

5th Ave & 25th St

Start at the 25th Street entrance, where monk parrots nest in the Gothic Revival spires. This 478-acre Brooklyn cemetery is a National Historic Landmark. Battle Hill offers Manhattan skyline views. Beside the bronze Minerva monument, look across the harbor toward the Statue of Liberty.

4.6 (1,239)

Mon – Sat, 10:00 – 17:00

6 East River Piers

Manhattan Helicopters runs narrated sightseeing flights from Pier 6 at the Downtown Manhattan Heliport. Oversized windows frame the Statue of Liberty and the skyline. From the air, look for Ellis Island, the Empire State Building, the Chrysler Building and Central Park.

5.0 (7)

Thu – Fri, 15:00 – 17:00; Sat – Sun, 13:00 – 17:00

99 Plymouth Street

At 99 Plymouth Street, children can examine water samples under microscopes and explore under-table activity drawers. A ten-foot scale model shows Brooklyn Bridge Park. This drop-in center offers self-guided exploration of the park's ecosystem, with educators on hand to offer guidance.

4.3 (8,814)

Mon – Wed, Fri, 09:00 – 18:00; Thu, 06:00 – 18:00

299 South St

At 299 South Street on the Lower East Side, Pier 36 NYC hosts harbor cruises, boat parties and large entertainment events. Ships dock behind the building beside an outdoor area. Social gatherings, music and multi-day exhibitions bring different crowds to this waterfront venue and maritime terminal.