#2: Central ParkDespite having over 1,700 public parks, including the historical Union, Washington, Gramercy and Madison Square Parks, selecting the
must-visit among all of them was no contest. Situated in the
, Central Park is one of the most filmed and photographed locations in the world. The Park
blissfully blends nature with
buildings in the background, including the world famous Plaza Hotel. Covering 843
, it’s actually only the city’s fifth largest park, but it’s the U.S.’s most popular, receiving approximately 37 million visitors
roaming across her
grounds each year.
Before we visit our top pick, here are honorable mentions:
- South Street Seaport
- National September 11 Memorial & Museum
- High Line