From the Empire State Building, to Brooklyn’s finest pizza…here are seven reasons to visit New York
IF there's one city where you'll never find yourself struggling to find something to do, it's New York.
The city that never sleeps has a wide variety of activities to keep you busy, from sightseeing, to hitting the state-of-the-art gyms, before stuffing yourself silly with Brooklyn's very own deep-pan pizza. Here are seven reasons not to miss it...
The inspiring art
New York is home to some of the greatest artwork in the world.
No visit to the city is complete without checking out – home to some of the most iconic pieces from the likes of Picasso, Mondrian, Van Gogh, Magritte and Warhol. Entry costs £20.
Meanwhile, the is worth a trip just to see Klimt’s stunning Woman In Gold painting – entrance is £16.
Trend-setting workouts
It might sound like madness to exercise on holiday, but with New York so ahead of the curve when it comes to cool fitness classes, it would be criminal not to give one a whizz.
Make like the Beckhams and book in for a spin sesh at .
For 45 minutes, you’ll jog, sprint and dance to the beat on your bike, £16.
For yoga with a twist, join a hip-hop yoga class at – where you can “om” along to a soundtrack of Jay Z for £20.
But for the ultimate workout, channel your inner Karlie Kloss and book a £20 session at , where you’ll learn to stretch and strengthen like the catwalk’s finest.
If your visit gives you a head for heights, then a wander along – an elevated park built on an old railway track – is a must at sunset, and it’s free.
If you’re looking to kip close by, is the perfect choice.
Dine on orange-infused salmon ceviche, £12, and lobster mac and cheese, £15, before drinks and dancing in the upstairs bar.
Lady Liberty
She’s perhaps the most iconic symbol of the city, so don’t miss the chance to see up close.
Buy a Pedestal Access ticket, £18.70, and as well as the ferry to Liberty Island and Ellis Island, you’ll get to go inside the great green statue, touch a life-size replica of her face and even look back at the previous torches that Lady Liberty has held.
A pic of you wearing a foam crown? Optional.
It showcases a powerful collection of video footage, audio recordings, pictures and stories from the day.
The includes entry to over 80 attractions, including the Statue of Liberty, and costs
from £89.