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Things to do in New York City, New York (NY): The Best Monuments & Statues
Conquering New York in one visit is impossible. Instead, hit the must-sees – the Empire State Building, the Statue of Liberty, Central Park, the Metropolitan Museum of Art – and then explore off the beaten path with visits to The Cloisters or one of the city’s libraries. Indulge in the bohemian shops of the West Village or the fine dining of the Upper West Side. The bustling marketplace inside of Grand Central Station gives you a literal taste of the best the city has to offer.
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2. American Immigrant Wall of Honor
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4.5 based on 4 reviews
Located at Ellis Island, this memorial wall pays tribute to the more than 500,000 people who came through Ellis Island Immigration Station.
3. FDNY Memorial Wall
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 83 reviews
Reviewed By Aussie_2012 - Melbourne, Australia
Set off to the side of the main plaza, this beautiful bronze memorial is a fitting tribute to those firefighters who sadly lost their lives on that very unfortunate day. Spend time just looking at it and remembering those who were just doing their job to help save others.
4. American Merchant Marines Memorial
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4.5 based on 42 reviews
Reviewed By MrsScrappy
Make a point to check out this very arresting sculpture honoring those forever lost at sea. It changes depending on the tides.
5. The National 9/11 Memorial & Museum
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4.5 based on 95,292 reviews
Through commemoration, exhibitions and educational programs, The National September 11 Memorial & Museum, a nonprofit in New York City, remembers and honors the 2,983 people killed in the horrific attacks of September 11, 2001, and February 26, 1993, as well as those who risked their lives to save others and all who demonstrated extraordinary compassion in the aftermath of the attacks. 9/11 Memorial, Open Daily, 7-days, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. 9/11 Memorial Museum, Open Thursday–Monday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Thanksgiving and Christmas: Memorial Only, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.; Museum Closed
Reviewed By Travelaround86 - Nottingham, United Kingdom
The museum and tour is definatly a must do for anyone visiting NYC, even if it's just out of respect for all of the people that died and were effected during the 9/11 disaster. Ground Zero is free to visit(The outdoor area where the two towers stood) and is so beautifuly and respectfully designed with waterfalls and all of the names of the victims displayed. The memorial museum is actualy underground within the foundations of the twin towers and is both a haunting yet beautiful tribute to everyone and everything lost. There are hundreds of artefacts and many videos and sound clips on display and the devestation caused cannot be understood until you see it with your own eyes. Ticket price is very reasonable and guides very knowledgeable, however we chose to just walk around the memorial ourselves without a tour. This was a very emotional museum and I have no shame in admitting that I shed a tear or two myself. Would definatley reccomend a visit here.
6. Fearless Girl
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4.5 based on 81 reviews
Reviewed By robmooretravel - Colchester, United Kingdom
Facing down the New York stock exchange is the fearless girl, a wonderfully thought out statue, showcasing progressive art.
7. New York City Vietnam Veterans Memorial Plaza
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4.0 based on 66 reviews
The Plaza is New York City’s official Vietnam Veterans Memorial. The Memorial and the surrounding plaza provides and maintains a valuable and overdue tribute to the men and women who served in the Vietnam War.Visitors can view letters, news clippings, photos, honor plaques and diaries of those who fought in Vietnam as well as spend time near the Reflecting Fountain or stroll along the Walk of Honor.
8. The Sphere
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4.0 based on 55 reviews
Reviewed By Escape-overseas - Stevenage, United Kingdom
A survivor from the 9/11 attack. The globe was originally located to the front of the twin towers and was recovered from the rubble. Now positioned on an elevated site on the opposite side of the road from the 9/11 memorial, overlooking the same. The fact that it survived, all-be-it dented, is a miracle in itself.
9. The Immigrants
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4.0 based on 20 reviews
Reviewed By adrikitty22 - Pembroke Pines, United States
This is such a beautiful bronze sculpture located right in the center of Battery Park; such a nice tribute to the immigrants of this wonderful nation. The piece is very well crafted and the facial expression are incredible; it really captures the emotion of the immigrants that are portrayed. I found it to be very interesting and beautiful.
10. Castle Clinton National Monument
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3.5 based on 201 reviews
Once serving as the United States Army headquarters during the War of 1812, this historical monument commemorates the 1811 West Battery Fort built to defend New York Harbor.
Reviewed By 877jacquif
We stopped at Castle Clinton to use the toilets/restrooms. Then, out of curiosity, we slipped into the small gallery in the castle. It contains a set of panels and some brilliant dioramas showing the history of the castle and of Battery Park, which basically didn’t used to be there at all. If you are in Battery Park and interested in the changing landscape of Manhattan, it’s a great little exhibit to drop in on.
