New York: 5 must-do activities for the whole family

For your next vacation, would you like to discover the city of New York with your family? From visiting the city, its museums, parks, magnificent sites, or even the Statue of Liberty, New York is a destination that pleases both adults and children. Blue Valet, the leader in valet parking in Europe, offers you 5 activities to do in the city that never sleeps.

1. Times Square: the liveliest district 🏙

If you're looking for a lively place in New York during your vacation, head to the center of the Manhattan district. That's where you'll discover Times Square. You'll be amazed by the thousands of bright lights and huge billboards. But also, around the streets, you'll meet Disney characters or superheroes. They're obviously dressed in their costume and are eager to take a photo with you. In this area, it's easy to find accommodation, have a drink or a meal. Although Times Square is a must-see today, this district has a recent history that transformed it from 1990 onwards. It has become a part of the American metropolis that attracts countless tourists every year for their vacations.

2. Central Park: a large green space in the heart of the city 🏞

Located in the Manhattan district, Central Park is one of the largest parks in the world and one of the largest in New York. Its dimensions are immense. Central Park measures 800 meters in width and over 4 kilometers in length on an area of 340 hectares. You can do many activities in large green spaces. You'll be amazed by the view of waterfalls, artificial lakes, a zoo, and scenes from movies shot in this mystical place. To explore it, you can take a walk, rollerblade, take a boat ride, carriage ride, or rent a bike. It is even allowed to have a picnic on the lawns of the park. Completed in 1873 after 13 years of construction, Central Park stands as an oasis of greenery in the middle of Manhattan's skyscrapers.

3. The Natural History Museum: wildlife in the city 🌿

Several museums are present in New York, however, the Natural History Museum is an activity that should captivate both adults and children from the age of 3. It includes more than 35 million objects. The museum is divided into many rooms: dinosaurs, mammals, reptiles, amphibians... The animals are presented in large format paintings (dioramas) reproducing their natural environment. The biodiversity, meteorites, minerals and fossils rooms with their life-size dimensions or the 29-meter blue whale trace the history of man and the earth. Founded in 1869, the Natural History Museum is located in the Upper West Side district on Manhattan Island.

4. The Statue of Liberty: the universal symbol of liberty and democracy 🗽

Seen many times on TV, in books, and newspapers, going to the Statue of Liberty is a must-see visit among the many activities to do. Once there, it's even more beautiful than anywhere else. The Statue of Liberty is magnificent and grandiose, especially if you have the chance to see it under an incredibly blue sky. At the foot of the statue, you can admire some details, including the folds of her toga and her gaze. After admiring the statue, enter the museum dedicated to its history. The statue and the museum are located on a small island. You'll walk through the alleys, a sculpture garden, and discover Manhattan from another angle. Remember, the Statue of Liberty is a gift from the French people to the United States on June 17, 1885.

5. Tourist cruise: for a different approach to an exciting city ⛴

During your vacation, on a tourist cruise, you'll discover New York in a different way. While your children enjoy the boat ride, you can admire the landscapes and the Manhattan district. Depending on the cruise you choose, you'll pass by the five boroughs, Yankee Stadium, the Statue of Liberty. You'll get close to the Brooklyn Bridge and admire the Empire State Building, Ellis Island... You'll have an amazing view of New York's iconic landmarks. Many excursions are offered during the day and night, lasting from one to three hours. They all depart from Pier 83 located west of Manhattan. Dinner cruises are also available.

 

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