From gardens and parks to sports entertainment and theatres, New York has something for everyone. There`s no dearth of attractions in the city, the top ones being:

Statue of Liberty:The Statue of Liberty is a symbol of freedom and democracy and is a designated national monument. It was a gift from the French on the occasion of US centennial anniversary in 1876. The ferry ride to the statue includes a visit to the nearby Ellis Island and Immigration Museum.

Empire State Building:Once the tallest building in the world, Empire State Building today is the most recognizable symbol of the world`s best skyline. This classic structure has 102 floors in total with an observation desk and an open air promenade on floor number 86.

Central Park:The largest urban park in the country, the Central Park is a quiet retreat in the hustle and bustle of the USA`s largest city. Visited by approximately 25 million travelers per year, this park plays host to a range of educational, cultural and recreational events.

Bronx Zoo:This world class zoo houses more than 4000 animals in its 265 acres of woodland. The Bronx Zoo is much bigger than the Central Park Zoo and has undertaken preservation of many an endangered species.

From luxury to deluxe to budget, accommodations of all range and tastes are available in the city of New York. However, it`s the purpose of your visit that would decide the area you should opt to stay in:

Times Square - Midtown:One of the most visited sites in the New York city, Times Square has options galore for the busy travelers. Stay at the center of all the action as you lodge in the grand New York Marriott Marquis. For the ones interested in theatres, the Milford Plaza is a perfect retreat.

Grand Central - Midtown:Close to quite a few of business offices, Grand Hyatt New York welcomes scores of business travelers all through the year. Morgans Hotel, located just a few squares away, and Royalton Hotel are the first choice of the young and chic crowd. Those looking for slightly affordable options can head to the Pod Hotel on East 51st Street.

Fifth Avenue Midtown:Fifth Avenue lies near the Central Park and is home to some of the most luxurious hotels in the city. Peninsula New York Hotel, Hotel St. Regis, Sherry-Netherland Hotel and the Plaza are centrally located and lie close to luxury shops, midtown offices and museums. Waldorf-Astoria and Park Avenue are the other accommodation options that are much sought after by the sophisticated lot.

A valid passport is required by all nationals visiting United States of America.

Visa is not required by nationals of Britain, Canada, Australia and all EU countries. However, nationals of Bulgaria, Greece, Romania, Cyprus and Poland do require a visa as they`re not included in the visa waiver program.

Since, New York is an all year destination, choosing the best time to visit is a difficult decision. Summer time between mid-July and August is best for open air concerts and events. Fall and spring are historically considered to be the best time to visit this exciting city. Experience mild and pleasant weather conditions from April to June and September to November. Christmas too is quite a hot season but expect to pay high rates for almost everything.

The New York temperature conditions are variable throughout the year. The average annual temperature lies in the range of 40 to 55 degree Fahrenheit. Winters are quite cold and long with temperatures dipping to as low as -25 degree in the northern highlands. However, the western New York experiences a considerably moderate winters. The summers in NYC are pleasantly warm. May to mid-September records and average of 90 degree Fahrenheit or higher.

Currency:Currency used in Seattle is US Dollar. ATMs and bureau de change can be easily found throughout the city. Debit cards and credit cards are widely accepted. Travelers` checks are mostly accepted everywhere.

Language:82% of the people in United States speak English as their mother tongue. The second most spoken language in the state is Spanish. German, Italian, Greek and Polish are the other languages that are widely spoken and understood in New York.