One of the most famous and important streets in NYC is also very charming, with buildings featuring a beautiful architecture - including Federal Hall. At this building, George Washington took the oath of office as our first President, and the site was home to the first Congress, Supreme Court, and Executive Branch offices. Now, the building serves as a museum and memorial to our first President and the beginnings of the United States of America.

The Statue of Liberty is among New York's classic landmarks – and it's also a world-famous landmark. It's the kind of thing that's on the list of 99% of people who visit the Big Apple. Remember that Statue City Cruises is the official company that provides transportation from Battery Park (Manhattan) to Liberty Island. This is the official tour - and the only one that lands on the island.

Tips:

• You can buy your ticket online or also at Battery Park. If you want to buy it at the park, be prepared for the lines. There is a separate line for those who have already bought the ticket. Also, ignore any approach from strangers in the area. Head straight to Castle Clinton, which is in Battery Park. It is the only authorized place to buy tickets for the Statue of Liberty. T

• The ticket you purchase for the Statue of Liberty also allows you you to go to Ellis Island, an island off Liberty Island, where the Immigration Museum is located – the ferry stops there as well.

• There are three kinds of tickets – access to the island, access to the pedestal, and access to the crown. If your idea is to go on the pedestal or crown, plan ahead. Tickets to the crown usually sell out months in advance as few tickets are available per day.

Opened in 2015, on the top of the Freedom Tower, this observatory has a lot of meanings – given the 9/11 attacks – and symbolizes, in a way, the city’s resilience and its power to rebuild. It is the tallest skyscraper in the western hemisphere. One World Observatory, in a way, started a trend in tourist attractions that has grown more and more: an era where places not only offer what they propose but also a complete experience – a lot of them tailored for Instagram.

The observatory – the building is about 1,776′ tall and the observatory is located on the 102nd floor, providing a 360-degree view of the city. On a clear day, you can see more than 30 miles away. From up there, you can see the Statue of Liberty, Brooklyn Bridge, Manhattan Bridge, Williamsburg Bridge, Empire State Building, New Jersey, Hudson River, Staten Island, Brooklyn, and more.

The experience – Before reaching the elevator, you pass through corridors with several screens that display images of testimonies from people who worked on the building. As you go up, the elevator walls show the development of the city, from the year 1500 to the present day. It is so real that the impression you get is that there is nothing separating you from the outside world. Before reaching the observatory itself, you will come across a huge wall, like a movie screen, which will show an inspiring video of the city – it’s exciting. The video lasts a few minutes and, in the end, the screens go up and show the real views.

Located in the Downtown area, this park has incredible views - and this is where ferries depart to the Statue of Liberty. If you have children, enjoy the Seaglass Carousel.

There is no subway that connects Staten Island to Manhattan, so, people use the ferry or a car and cross the Verrazano Bridge, which connects Staten Island with Brooklyn. Best of all: the ferry is free and everyone is welcome. Because of the path, with a privileged view, Ferry is in the route of the tourists who visit the city.

Staten Island Ferry capacity is 1415 passengers. Today the Staten Island Ferry provides 22 million people a year (70,000 passengers a day not including weekend days). Ferry has restrooms, seats, and external areas. Along the path to and from Staten Island, Ferry passes in front of the Statue of Liberty – which makes us understand why so many tourists ride it. Obviously, the distance is not the same as paid boats, but I would say it is a very satisfactory view, as you can see from the pictures. You may not get that classic photo with the Statue close to you, but I guarantee it is worth. Moreover, we can not forget the incredible views of the Manhattan skyline.

**** TIP:**** The trip from Manhattan to Staten Island takes about 30 minutes. You don’t need to present anything to enter the station or Ferry. What I recommend is that, as soon as the gate opens, you head to the outside area, on the right, to be able to enjoy the view. Do not get frustrated if you can not get a good spot – remember that there is also the return trip. It is good to remember that when the boat arrives in Staten Island, all passengers must disembark. You can proceed to the gate immediately to get the next ferry back to Manhattan. Both stations – Manhattan and Staten Island – have restrooms and several places to eat, plus free Wi-Fi.

Although it is a luxury mall and its stores do not fit the budget of many people, the place features Le District, a French food market, and a charming outdoor area overlooking the Hudson River. Weather permitting, have a drink at one of the restaurants/bars, with tables outside!

Also known as the Oculus, the WTC Transportation Hub easily connects visitors to the Path – which connects New Jersey to New York – as well as 11 subway lines. Designed by the architect Santiago Calatrava, the WTC Transportation Hub is the third largest transportation hub in New York, rivaling Grand Central Station in size.

Charging Bull, sometimes referred to as the Bull of Wall Street or the Bowling Green Bull, is a bronze sculpture in the Financial District. They say if you rub the bull's balls you can become rich.

Fearless Girl is a bronze sculpture by Kristen Visbal, on Broad Street across from the New York Stock Exchange Building. At first, the statue was installed in front of Charging Bull - this was on March 7, 2017, in anticipation of International Women's Day the following day.

This restaurant, which belongs to the Union Square Hospitality Group, combines beautiful views with a menu from chef Jason Pfeifer, offering seasonal options inspired by French flavors. Manhatta is located on the 60th floor of a building located in Downtown, on Liberty Street. Its prime location on a high floor and its expansive windows provide a breathtaking view of the city, overlooking the east, west, and midtown – you can spot the Empire State, Brooklyn Bridge, and Manhattan Bridge. The view is very similar to the ones from the One World Observatory.

The food menu has options starting at $24. Drinks are $19.

The 9/11 Memorial is located at the site of the former World Trade Center complex and occupies approximately half of the 16-acre site. The Memorial’s twin reflecting pools are each nearly an acre in size and feature the largest man-made waterfalls in North America. You can explore the memorial through an audio guide app that features a 40-minute tour about the events of 9/11, the victims of the attacks, and the design of the Memorial.

As a monument to human dignity, courage, and sacrifice, the 9/11 Memorial & Museum honors the nearly 3,000 people killed in the terrorist attacks of September 11, 2001 and February 26, 1993, recognizes the courage of those who survived, and salutes those who risked their lives to help others. The exhibits include pieces of concrete from the twin towers and even a fire engine that was used for rescue and care for victims. In addition, there is a collection of personal objects, videos and other materials. In several galleries, the museum shows what the world was like before and after the attacks.

TIP: Free Admission on Mondays, 3:30 - 5:30pm. Monday tickets will be available on the website each Monday beginning at 7 a.m. ET and are first come, first serve.

Don't forget to download the app to listen to the audio tour.