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New York City Tourist Hours for Attractions

New York City is home to tons of historic and patriotic landmarks that tell the story of America's birth. It is famously described as the "city that never sleeps" and neither does the tourism. Whether NYC is just a few hours or a few days away, it is well worth the trip. Visitors from all over the world come to experience New York City in all its glory.

Statue of Liberty
- New York's Statue of Liberty stands in the midst of Liberty Island, a beacon to the world and a reminder to our nation of the freedom upon which our democracy was founded. A trip up the 354 steps will bring you to the top of the crown to overlook the entire island, a majestic view--to say the least. Open every day from 8:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., it is best to arrive early, especially if you plan on making the trek to the top of Lady Liberty.
  
  Statue of Liberty
  
  Liberty Island
  
  New York, NY 10004
  
  212-363-3200
  
  Ferry: 212-269-5755
Times Square
- No location has more "bling" than Times Square. Located on West 43rd Street, you will be surrounded by JumboTrons, not to mention all the shops and restaurants along the way. New York City is the city that never sleeps, so you can technically visit anytime. However, if you want some help from the Times Square Alliance, the official group of the area, they are available daily from 8 a.m. until 8 p.m.
  
  Times Square
  
  West 43rd Street & 7th Avenue
  
  New York, NY 10036
  
  212-768-1560
  
  timessquarenyc.org
Central Park
- Home to the Summer Meer Performance Festival, the official Summer Chess event, strollers, lovers, and joggers alike, Central Park is a place for everyone to enjoy. Guided tours are available and there is always something special, like the Central Park Conservancy Film Festival, for visitors to partake. Although there are no posted hours, it's advised that visitors check the rules and regulations on the website before your venturing forth.
  
  Central Park
  
  14 E. 60th St.
  
  New York, NY
  
  212-310-6600
  
  centralparknyc.org
Metropolitan Museum of Art
- Ancient artifacts, paintings from some of the most celebrated artists, such as Van Gogh, plus sculptures in an open-air roof garden, all occupy the sprawling museum, consisting of 1.5 million square feet of space. Although the museum is closed on Mondays and holidays, it is open from 9:30 a.m. to 5:15 p.m., Tuesday through Thursday; from 9:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. on Sunday; and 9:30 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. on Friday and Saturday. This is definitely one of New York City's top attractions.
  
  Metropolitan Museum of Art
  
  1000 5th Ave.
  
  New York, NY 10028
  
  212-535-7710
  
  metmuseum.org