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gvic · June 14, 2009, 09:30 AM

I'm traveling for the "first" time to New York City and need to know where is the "best" place to park (coming from Newark) and use Mass Transit??? Any "Must See" recommendations???

m61376 · June 14, 2009, 10:07 AM

If you are flying into Newark I'd recommend skipping the car and taking a shuttle or car service into the city for your stay. Parking in the city is expensive and can be a pain. If you are planning on traveling in intermittently and are staying in Jersey, then look at centralparking.com for discount coupons for parking at numerous garages during your stay. Meter parking abounds throughout the city and there are no meters in effect on Sundays. You can park overnight in many locales on the street form either 6 or7PM until 7AM in many cases, but read the signs carefully.

As for places to see- where do I begin? I'd look up NYC in Fodor's or someplace equivalent for the highlights and start from there. There are the various tourist places like the Empire State Building, Ellis Island and the Statue of Liberty, Rockefeller Center, Central Park, the UN building, the World Trade center site which many like to visit, etc.. Walking in Time Square, Greenwich Village, etc. are all wonderful places to capture the sights and sounds of the City. Make sure to see a show or two on Broadway; NY's Broadway and probably London's West End are sites of theater distinction. For the museum lovers there are numerous choices- the Museum of Natural History, Hayden's Planetarium, the Metropolitan Museum of Art, Museum of Modern Art, the Guggenheim Museum of Art, etc.. Catch a game at the Yankee's or Met's new stadiums or perhaps an event at Madison Square Garden. Walk Fifth Avenue and shop till you drop. Take the double decker red tour bus or perhaps a carriage ride in Central Park. Visit the zoo at the park or head to the Bronx zoo.

There are many sections of NY, each with its own distinct character and feel. Little Italy, Chinatown, the Lower East Side, East Village, West Village, Union Square area, Midtown East and West, Upper East and Upper West sides are all different. Tons of great restaurants from little out of the way places to perhaps some of the best- and most expensive- cuisine.

That's why I said looking at a guide book and seeing what appeals to you is best, because the "must see" list depends on the person. If you're physically able, one of the nicest ways to see NY is by walking the streets of the City. I live less than an hour outside the City and when I have the time I still prefer to walk, especially in nice weather.

Enjoy your trip!

ScoopLV · June 14, 2009, 10:59 AM

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Originally Posted by gvic

I'm traveling for the "first" time to New York City and need to know where is the "best" place to park (coming from Newark) and use Mass Transit??? Any "Must See" recommendations???

There's something for everyone in New York -- even nature lovers. What do you like to do?

(Asking "what should I see in New York City" is like asking "What should I see in California?" There are big books written on this subject.)

Also, are you strictly going to be in Manhattan? Or are you considering any of the other boroughs?

Regardless, you really do not want a car in New York. The public transportation is too good and parking is too expensive.

Here's a thread on "cheap New York sights/eats" http://www.tugbbs.com/forums/showthread.php?p=721774

MULTIZ321 · June 14, 2009, 08:37 PM

Gvic,

For how to get from point A to point B in NYC either by subway, subway& bus,
bus, or walking visit http://www.hopstop.com/ at their home page click on the link for NYC.

If you need to park in NYC, visit http://www.bestparking.com/index.php
at their home page click on the link for NYC.

Richard

Icarus · June 14, 2009, 08:54 PM

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Originally Posted by gvic

I'm traveling for the "first" time to New York City and need to know where is the "best" place to park (coming from Newark) and use Mass Transit??? Any "Must See" recommendations???

Do you really need a car?

http://www.panynj.gov/commutingtrave...html#manhattan

zazz · June 14, 2009, 10:27 PM

A car service wouldn't be a bad way to go. Some of the New Yorkers can clue you on on the better ones. But if you have more than a couple of people it probably works out a bit better than most of the other options. You can certainly park if you want to. I have done it from time to time although it can be unpleasant driving in the City.

As far as "What to see".

The Empire State Building is good if its a clear day. The lines can be LONG at times. So the question is whether or not you want to spend a lot of time waiting in line. I have not been to the top of Rockefeller Center or not, but that is an alternative.

A walk on Fifth Avenue is always good for checking out stores and people watching. If you actually want to shop, you can check out Century 21 in Lower Manhattan. Its across the street from the WTC site. That's my wife's favorite hangout. Lots of good bargains on designer stuff.

Like some of the others have said, there is so much to do. You have to decide what you want and then I am pretty certain you can make it happen.

NY Waterway has a 90-minute history cruise around the city which you may enjoy.

Just so you know, you won't have to deal with the timeshare touts everywhere in Manhattan. You will have to deal with the tour bus touts. They are everywhere and are just as irritating.

June 14, 2009, 09:30 AM	#1
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June 14, 2009, 10:07 AM	#2
m61376 TUG Member BBS Reg. Date: Aug 2, 06 Location: NY Posts: 3,244 Resorts: Marriott's Aruba Surf Club	If you are flying into Newark I'd recommend skipping the car and taking a shuttle or car service into the city for your stay. Parking in the city is expensive and can be a pain. If you are planning on traveling in intermittently and are staying in Jersey, then look at centralparking.com for discount coupons for parking at numerous garages during your stay. Meter parking abounds throughout the city and there are no meters in effect on Sundays. You can park overnight in many locales on the street form either 6 or7PM until 7AM in many cases, but read the signs carefully. As for places to see- where do I begin? I'd look up NYC in Fodor's or someplace equivalent for the highlights and start from there. There are the various tourist places like the Empire State Building, Ellis Island and the Statue of Liberty, Rockefeller Center, Central Park, the UN building, the World Trade center site which many like to visit, etc.. Walking in Time Square, Greenwich Village, etc. are all wonderful places to capture the sights and sounds of the City. Make sure to see a show or two on Broadway; NY's Broadway and probably London's West End are sites of theater distinction. For the museum lovers there are numerous choices- the Museum of Natural History, Hayden's Planetarium, the Metropolitan Museum of Art, Museum of Modern Art, the Guggenheim Museum of Art, etc.. Catch a game at the Yankee's or Met's new stadiums or perhaps an event at Madison Square Garden. Walk Fifth Avenue and shop till you drop. Take the double decker red tour bus or perhaps a carriage ride in Central Park. Visit the zoo at the park or head to the Bronx zoo. There are many sections of NY, each with its own distinct character and feel. Little Italy, Chinatown, the Lower East Side, East Village, West Village, Union Square area, Midtown East and West, Upper East and Upper West sides are all different. Tons of great restaurants from little out of the way places to perhaps some of the best- and most expensive- cuisine. That's why I said looking at a guide book and seeing what appeals to you is best, because the "must see" list depends on the person. If you're physically able, one of the nicest ways to see NY is by walking the streets of the City. I live less than an hour outside the City and when I have the time I still prefer to walk, especially in nice weather. Enjoy your trip!

June 14, 2009, 08:37 PM	#4
MULTIZ321 TUG Member BBS Reg. Date: Jun 6, 05 Location: FT. LAUDERDALE, FL Posts: 3,596 Resorts: CELEBRITY RESORTS PALM COAST; CELEBRATION, ORLANDO; SEAWATCH AT ISLAND CLUB, HHI; RHC (POINTS)	Gvic, For how to get from point A to point B in NYC either by subway, subway& bus, bus, or walking visit http://www.hopstop.com/ at their home page click on the link for NYC. If you need to park in NYC, visit http://www.bestparking.com/index.php at their home page click on the link for NYC. Richard

June 14, 2009, 10:27 PM	#6
zazz TUG Member BBS Reg. Date: Jun 19, 05 Posts: 178 Resorts: Wyndham La Cascada - 154K	A car service wouldn't be a bad way to go. Some of the New Yorkers can clue you on on the better ones. But if you have more than a couple of people it probably works out a bit better than most of the other options. You can certainly park if you want to. I have done it from time to time although it can be unpleasant driving in the City. As far as "What to see". The Empire State Building is good if its a clear day. The lines can be LONG at times. So the question is whether or not you want to spend a lot of time waiting in line. I have not been to the top of Rockefeller Center or not, but that is an alternative. A walk on Fifth Avenue is always good for checking out stores and people watching. If you actually want to shop, you can check out Century 21 in Lower Manhattan. Its across the street from the WTC site. That's my wife's favorite hangout. Lots of good bargains on designer stuff. Like some of the others have said, there is so much to do. You have to decide what you want and then I am pretty certain you can make it happen. NY Waterway has a 90-minute history cruise around the city which you may enjoy. Just so you know, you won't have to deal with the timeshare touts everywhere in Manhattan. You will have to deal with the tour bus touts. They are everywhere and are just as irritating.