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One World Trade Center
Enjoy breathtaking views of the city from the observation platform of the tallest building in the Western Hemisphere, near to where the Twin Towers once stood.
New York University
Enjoy the collegiate vibe with a visit to New York University, a well-known college in New York. Experience the entertainment choices and fascinating museums in this vibrant area.
National September 11 Memorial & Museum
A sobering tribute to the thousands who lost their lives on 11 September, 2001, this humbling landmark is a powerful symbol for local New Yorkers and visitors alike.
Battery Park
This stylish park at the southernmost tip of Manhattan is a destination for one of the best sunsets in the city.
Washington Square Park
In a city with many pretty parks, this is one of the most beautiful. You may recognize its iconic arch and fountain from a movie or postcard.
South Street Seaport
Explore the waterfront in New York with a trip to South Street Seaport. Experience the fascinating museums and entertainment choices in this vibrant area.
Lower East Side Tenement Museum
Learn the real stories of American immigrants from the 1860s and onward as you tour recreated apartments in a historic Manhattan tenement building.
New York Stock Exchange
New York Stock Exchange is just one of the places to see in New York, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the fascinating museums and notable monuments in this vibrant area.
Areas of Lower Manhattan
Financial District
Explore the symbolic center of global finance, walk along the harbor and admire New Yorkers’ resilience in this scenic area.
Lower East Side
Old combines with new and high art meets urban grit in this ever-changing and eclectic melting pot neighborhood with broad appeal.
West Village
This center for arts and culture is also one of the few places located off of the grid of Manhattan’s streets.
East Village
Arts venues, parks, theaters and community centers anchor this Lower Manhattan neighborhood, an iconic backdrop to tales of New York City’s history.
Tribeca
Consider a visit to Tribeca Performing Arts Center and take some time to enjoy the lively bars during your time in Tribeca. If you want to see more of the city, jump on the metro at Chambers St. Station (Hudson St.) or Chambers St. Station (Church St.).
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