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Night Attractions
Top 20 Night Attractions in New York State [2025]
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Empire State Building
4.7
/5
2446 reviews
10
From MOP 364.42
Based on 96,789 reviews
Gramercy | >100 km from downtown
Phone +1-212-7363100
Address: 20 W 34th St., New York, NY 10001, United States
Recommended sightseeing time: 1-2 hours
Selected for 2 years in a row
Highlights:
New York's dazzling night view
Relive "Sleepless in Seattle" scenes
Saved by 1291 users1234 positive reviews
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Ten years later, I took the opportunity to accompany my son on a research trip to New York for the second time, and finally realized my dream of climbing the Empire State Building to watch the sunset and night view... All my obsessions came from the memories of classic movies. After experiencing it in person, it was really worth the trip... The interactions along the way were full of fun, and the scenery during the day and at night was very shocking. The weather was very good that day, and the sunset was beautiful, awesome 👍
- Art Deco style: The Empire State Building adopts a typical Art Deco style, emphasizing symmetry, geometry and fine decoration, and the top minarets are uniquely designed to make them exceptionally strong and unique in the New York skyline. - Fine structural design: The backbone of the building is composed of 210 steel columns, of which 12 directly reach the top of the building, providing a solid support for the building. With the increase of height, the floor area gradually shrinks, forming five major changes, this design not only considers structural stability, but also increases the aesthetic of the building. Historical and Cultural Values - Witnessing Historical Changes: The Empire State Building was built during the Great Depression of the 1930s, and its completion not only provided a large number of jobs in the United States at the time, but also marked the beginning of the rise of American industry and the peak of modern urban development. - Bearing cultural symbols: As one of the cultural symbols of the United States, the Empire State Building has appeared in many films, literature and art works, such as the film "King Kong", further enhancing its global visibility and cultural influence.
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Statue of Liberty
4.7
/5
2883 reviews
10
From MOP 228.01
Based on 44,283 reviews
>100 km from downtown
Phone +1-212-363-3200
Address: New York, NY 10004, United States
Recommended sightseeing time: 2-3 hours
Selected for 2 years in a row
Highlights:
Climb to the crown for views of New York Harbor
A historic landmark symbolizing freedom and democracy
Saved by 1121 users1466 positive reviews
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This is a must do when in NYC, and trip.com has made it easy to enjoy the tour around Liberty Island. The ferry ride was pleasant and the museum has of Statue of Liberty was very informative. The underground is also located close to the ferry station. A good trip to visit Statue of Liberty. Thank you trip.com
To see the Statue of Liberty on Liberty Island, you need to buy tickets in advance, the earliest boat is 9 o'clock. The boat dock is in Battery Park, very close to the Wall Street Copper Bull. The park itself is not big, but you can also stroll around. You need to check in before taking the boat, and then line up, so you have to arrive early. Get on the boat or stand in front of the right side of the boat to see the Statue of Liberty with the best view. The second or third floors are fine. The boat time is about 20 minutes. After going to the island, it is mainly to see the Statue from multiple perspectives. There are pedestal tickets and crown tickets. If you have bad legs, don't buy crown tickets. There is also a museum on the island, the interpreter can be picked up for free, there is Chinese. After returning to Alice Island, you can't disembark if you don't want to see it, and you can come back directly to the pier.
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Rockefeller Center
4.7
/5
701 reviews
9.2
From MOP 336.76
Based on 25,695 reviews
Midtown Manhattan | >100 km from downtown
Address: 45 Rockefeller Plaza, New York, NY 10111, United States
Recommended sightseeing time: 1-2 hours
Selected for 2 years in a row
Highlights:
360° view of city skyline
Skate under dazzling winter lights
Saved by 613 users342 positive reviews
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It is recommended to queue up at the time of booking tickets. You can enter after the time and you don't have to wait;
The diversion guidance is good and not too crowded;
The observation deck is crowded and windy, and it is quite cold in May;
The ticket price for watching the sunset in the evening is a bit more expensive, so make a reservation in advance.
A must-visit spot in NYC! Rockefeller Center is not just iconic—it’s also incredibly functional. Walking through the building is a great experience, with beautiful architecture, vibrant public spaces, and plenty of food options in and around the concourse. One of the best features is the subway station right in the lower level, making it super easy to get to. And of course, it’s home to my favorite observation deck in the city—Top of the Rock. The views are unbeatable!
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4
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Central Park
4.8
/5
1786 reviews
9.4
Based on 134,315 reviews
Upper West Side | >100 km from downtown
Phone +1 212-310-6600
Address: New York, NY, United States
Recommended sightseeing time: 3-4 hours
Selected for 2 years in a row
Highlights:
Castle overlooking panoramic autumn park views
Enjoy a tranquil forest bath in the northern woods this fall
Saved by 885 users880 positive reviews
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Central Park is very fun. There are large lawns and many squirrels running around. You can rent bicycles and ride horse-drawn carriages in the park. It is also nice to just walk around. There is a huge children's playground not far from Columbus circle. Children from all over the world who come to New York come here to play. They can play in the sand and water, and there are slides, swings, and rockeries. It is easy to play for half a day. There are also many people playing on the lawn. Many people there like to throw frisbees. Many families come here for vacation. It doesn't get dark until about 8:30 in the summer in the United States, so it's no problem to play in the park for a whole day!
Walking through New York's Central Park, it seems to fall into the gentle cracks of the steel forest. Morning light penetrates the forest, spreads powder and white brocade on the cherry blossom avenue, the wind is outdated petals fall, and the corners of the skyscraper soften into a background sound in the flower shadow. The city code on the bench is the most moving. The cold chair was stroked by the fingertips, and the short text on the nameplate hid the New Yorker's temperature: "Give my wife Carol, because she loves Central Park, and I love her" - the separation of life, the young encounter, the mother and son bonding, all condensed into a dew in the wood grain. When high school students spread out books and laughed on the sheep lawn, and when the reciting of Shakespeare’s poems drifted from Cherry Hill to the lake, the park became an emotional resonant box, full of human narratives that transcended language. In the afternoon, I closed my eyes in the Ramble Forest area. Bird song and stream sound woven into natural white noise, suddenly understand the deep meaning of Olmsted: this 3.4 million square meters of green lung, originally dedicated to "the handicrafts of tired industrial workers", so that people who can not travel far can drink nature here. The boat house pier at dusk is the most magical, The wooden paddles smashed the red-stained lake, and the wild ducks swam through the reflection of Manhattan. The hustle and bustle of the city sank to the bottom, leaving only the breathing in the shadow of the oasis of the oars. "When the whispers of the bench fell into the palms with the cherry blossom rain, I knew that the oasis in this concrete wasteland, It was New York's prose poem to the world. "
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5
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SUMMIT One Vanderbilt
4.7
/5
122 reviews
9.0
From MOP 396.15
New York City Center | >100 km from downtown
Address: 45 E 42nd St, New York, NY 10017, United States
Recommended sightseeing time: 2-3 hours
Selected for 2 years in a row
Highlights:
Nordic cafe dining & skyline views
Take a glass-bottom elevator for panoramic city views
Saved by 730 users113 positive reviews
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Due to the schedule, we went there in the morning and started queuing at the arrival hall: In fact, it is difficult to start the scheduled time completely according to the time marked on the ticket after queuing, security check, and going up the building. It belongs to a batch of time. There are a lot of people in each batch. The observation deck is very unique among the several in New York. Children like the space full of balloons the most... Not only should you control not to take pictures too hard, but also control not to be hit by others' pictures
A stunning observation deck with interesting locations (a mirror room, a room with balloons) is a must-visit. But there are a lot of people who have to stand in line.
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6
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Times Square
4.5
/5
1933 reviews
8.3
Based on 57,081 reviews
Midtown Manhattan | >100 km from downtown
Phone +1-212-7681560
Address: Manhattan, NY 10036, United States
Recommended sightseeing time: 1-3 hours
Featured in 2025 Americas 50 – Best Things to Do
Highlights:
Neon lights illuminate the city night view
Global tourists gather for countdown
Saved by 1183 users610 positive reviews
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Times Square is a landmark in New York. There are tall buildings and countless billboards here. When you come to New York, you must visit Times Square. Times Square is a landmark in New York. There are tall buildings and countless billboards here. When you come to New York, you must visit Times Square. Times Square is a landmark in New York. There are tall buildings and countless billboards here. When you come to New York, you must visit Times Square.
Times Square is the heart of New York, with flashing lights and bustling crowds, as if it never sleeps. Walking through it, you can feel the strong urban atmosphere, with shops, theaters, and billboards that are dazzling. Whether it is day or night, it is full of vitality and charm.
No.
7
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Edge Observation Deck
4.6
/5
68 reviews
8.1
From MOP 306.80
Midtown Manhattan | >100 km from downtown
Phone +1-332-2048500
Address: 30 Hudson Yards, New York, NY 10001, United States
Recommended sightseeing time: 1.5-2 hours
Featured in 2025 Americas 50 – Best Things to Do
Highlights:
Nightly light shows illuminate the New York skyline
15-module platform with reflections
Saved by 231 users92% positive reviews
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Stunning view, breathtaking experience. I can look at it forever 🤩🤩🤩
The Edge is hands down one of the most spectacular viewpoints in New York City. Standing on the glass floor and looking 100 floors down is a total adrenaline rush – both thrilling and surreal. The 360° views over Manhattan, the Hudson River, and even the Statue of Liberty are absolutely jaw-dropping, especially at sunset when the city lights begin to sparkle.The architecture and design of the platform itself are stunning. That sharp, angular edge gives you a dramatic perspective you won’t find
No.
8
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Niagara Falls State Park
4.9
/5
75 reviews
8.0
Based on 4,620 reviews
>100 km from downtown
Phone +1 716-278-1794
Address: 332 Prospect St, Niagara Falls, NY 14303, United States
Recommended sightseeing time: 2-3 hours
No.18 of Best Things to Do in New York State
63% positive reviews
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5.1 I went to Niagara Falls that day. I was lucky to catch up with the Maiden Cruise in the fog. I went to experience the feeling of pouring the rain from head to toe under the waterfall for $30. The attraction will send raincoats, remember to bring your shoes or it will be all wet. But it is best to see the waterfalls across Canada by boat. Niagara Falls has several observation decks. If you have a long time, you can go and see it. In addition, there is a wind tunnel scenic spot where you can see the bridal veil waterfall. The American Falls can also be seen on the observation deck without charge, but the best angle is also to enjoy the Maiden Cruise in the fog
Located on the US-Canada border, the water flowed rapidly, flowed straight, and it was not frozen in winter. There is a hydropower plant on the Canadian side, built in 1904, closed in 2009, and now a museum visit. The elevator can go down to the 180-foot tunnel under the mountain, and see the waterfalls that are lit at night from close up. The tunnel was built in 1904-1906 and has a history of more than 100 years.
No.
9
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One World Trade Center
4.7
/5
266 reviews
7.7
From MOP 348.60
Based on 1,070 reviews
Wall Street/Financial District | >100 km from downtown
Phone +1-844-696-1776
Address: 285 Fulton St, New York, NY 10007, USA
Recommended sightseeing time: 1-2 hours
Featured in 2025 Global 100 – Night Attractions
Highlights:
Overlook all-day stunning New York skyline views
Overlook panoramic views of New York
Saved by 367 users171 positive reviews
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Used the barcodes provided by Trip to enter the attraction with ease. Bought the priority tickets with USD15 credit that can be used to buy souvenirs or food/drinks. The digital visitors guide gives us details and descriptions of many of the buildings we see from the observatory. View from the observatory was awesome! Can see Statue of Liberty, New Jersey and Brooklyn visibly on a good day.
it is located at the top of the western hemisphere’s tallest building which offers the most amazing breathtaking 360- degrees views of new york city. an experience must not be missed it’s worth to take the elevator up! there were even restaurants to enjoy with the magnificent view.
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10
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Brooklyn Bridge
4.7
/5
429 reviews
7.4
Based on 26,266 reviews
>100 km from downtown
Phone +1-347-6470876
Address: New York, NY 10038, United States
Recommended sightseeing time: 1-2 hours
Featured in 2025 Americas 50 – Night Attractions
Highlights:
View the dazzling Manhattan night view from the bridge
Night tour DUMBO for art
Saved by 632 users142 positive reviews
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The Brooklyn Bridge was opened to traffic in 1883. A woman, Emily Warren Roebling, the wife of the chief engineer of the bridge, made outstanding contributions to the bridge. The second season of the American TV series "The Gilded Age" shows this character and story.
🌉 Since its opening, the Brooklyn Bridge has been one of the landmarks of New York. This bridge has transformed Brooklyn from a low-level (mainly black) residential area and industrial area to a fashionable and trendy leisure area. It is a must-visit place in New York. There are really many tourists. There are long queues for eating, taking pictures and going to the toilet.
☀️We spent an afternoon here. At dusk, the sun shone obliquely on the bridge and scattered on the skyline of Manhattan.
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The Brooklyn Bridge is one of the landmarks of New York. This bridge has transformed Brooklyn from a low-level (mainly black) residential area and industrial area to a fashionable and leisure area. It is a must-visit place in New York. There are really many tourists. There are long queues for eating, taking pictures and going to the toilet. We spent an afternoon here. At dusk, the sun shone obliquely on the bridge and scattered on the skyline of Manhattan. There were newlyweds waiting for the best time to take wedding photos, and tourists found the best position to hold up their mobile phones to take the most beautiful sunset of the bridge. It is really a peaceful time. This is the beautiful look that people all over the world pursue, in every corner of the world.
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