Outside Activities, Things To Do & Biggest Attractions in New York

Historic Sugar Loaf Village Niagara Falls Syracuse University Carrier Dome Armory Square Long Island Beaches Bronx Zoo Madison Square Garden Central Park Statue of Liberty Times Square

You can always count on finding a multitude of temping attractions in New York. In New York City, you'll enjoy everything from catching a hit Broadway show to catching a hockey or basketball game at Madison Square Garden. For those visiting upstate New York, attractions range from Niagara Falls to Historic Sugar Loaf Village. Find out all about these enticing activities and more by checking out our list of favorite things to do.

Historic Sugar Loaf Village

Travel 60 miles north of New York City and you'll encounter Historic Sugar Loaf Village in beautiful Warwick Valley. Discover unique shops and interesting galleries, which are located in many of the buildings that were constructed when Sugar Loaf Village was established in the early 1700s. For more information, visit http://www.sugarloafartsvillage.com/.  [ Top ]

Niagara Falls

Millions of visitors make the trek to Niagara Falls each year. A truly breathtaking sight to behold, the falls are located on the Niagara River between the United States and Canada. There are two main sections: Horseshoe Falls (Canadian side) and American Falls. For more information, visit http://www.infoniagara.com/.  [ Top ]

Syracuse University Carrier Dome

The Carrier Dome is a domed sports stadium on the campus of Syracuse University. It's where the Syracuse football, basketball, and lacrosse teams play their home games. You can also catch a concert or two at this well-known Syracuse venue. For more information, visit http://www.suathletics.com/.  [ Top ]

Armory Square

Located in Syracuse in Upstate New York, Armory Square is a destination not to be missed. Exceptional shops, restaurants, cafes, and galleries combine to create one exceptional place. Special events include Syracuse Winterfest, a celebration of all things cold and snowy. For more information, visit http://www.armorysquare.com/  [ Top ]

Long Island Beaches

Just a short drive from New York City you'll encounter the beautiful beaches and parks of Long Island, which can be enjoyed all year long. These facilities are plentiful and include Robert Moses Beach, Sunken Meadow Park, and Jones Beach. For more information, visit http://www.longisland.com/parks/.  [ Top ]

Bronx Zoo

The Bronx Zoo is big. In fact, it's the largest metropolitan wildlife preserve in the United States. The 265 acres is dedicated to special habitats for 4,000 animals of all types. One of the highlights is the African Plains, where you'll get a unique opportunity to see gazelles, nyalas, African wild dogs, and giraffes. For more information, visit www.bronxzoo.com/.  [ Top ]

Madison Square Garden

Home to the NBA's New York Knicks, the NHL's New York Rangers, and the WNBA's New York Liberty, Madison Square Garden is more than just a first-class sports arena. Experience fun family shows and top-name music acts, such as Kanye West, Celine Dion and Neil Diamond. For more information, visit http://www.thegarden.com/.  [ Top ]

Central Park

This incredible 843-acre park has it all. Discover sports, educational and performance facilities, the Central Park Zoo and Wildlife Center, and the Children's Zoo. Savor great meals at two classic restaurants, Tavern on the Green and the Boathouse Restaurant on the Lake. For more information, visit http://www.centralpark.com/.  [ Top ]

Statue of Liberty

Enjoy a tour of the Statue of Liberty, which is led by a park ranger. Get an up-close-and-personal look inside this renowned attraction courtesy of a glass ceiling. From the Statue's observation deck, you'll experience stunning views of New York City. For more information, visit www.statueofliberty.org.  [ Top ]

Times Square

Given an extreme makeover in the 1990s, Times Square is where you'll find amazing stores, tons of great restaurants and the hot plays and musicals of Broadway. Located in Midtown Manhattan (from West 42nd Street to West 47th Street at the intersection of Broadway and 7th Avenue), Times Square is the spot where massive crowds gather to watch the world-famous ball drop on New Year's Eve. For more information, visit http://www.timessquarenyc.org/.  [ Top ]