New York City Visitor Information
New York City is the most populous city in the United States and one of the most exciting in the world. New York City’s visitor website provides a wealth of information for your visit. You can obtain an official visitor’s guide from NYC Tourism, New York’s official tourism bureau.
Airport Information and Car Services
New York is served by three major airports. Most international flights arrive at JFK or Newark International Airports. Many domestic flights — except those flying from the West Coast or from Canada – arrive at La Guardia Airport.
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| AIRPORT WEBSITE | John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) | La Guardia Airport (LGA) | Newark International Airport (EWR) |
| LOCATION | JFK airport is in the Borough of Queens, about 45 minutes to 1 hour from Midtown Manhattan | La Guardia Airport is in the Borough of Queens, about 30 to 40 minutes from Midtown Manhattan | Newark airport is in New Jersey, about 1 hour from NYIAC by car. |
| GENERAL INFO | (718) 244-4444 | (212) 435-7000 | 973-961-6000 |
| PARKING INFO | JFK parking information | LGA parking information | EWR parking information |
| APPROXIMATE TAXI FARE TO NYC | USD $75 plus tips and tolls | USD $35-65 plus tips and tolls. Each terminal at La Guardia Airport has a designated taxi pick up point. | USD $75-100 plus tips and tolls |
| RIDE APP PICKUP LOCATIONS | Follow signs for Ride App Pick Up/ Ground Transportation | Follow signs for Ride App Pick Up / Car Services / Baggage Claim | Follow signs for Baggage Claim / Ground Transportation / Ride App Pick Up / Passenger Pick Up |
| PUBLIC TRANSIT FROM AIRPORT TO NYC | Take the AirTrain from JFK to a subway that goes into NYC. Learn more at Getting to NYC from JFK Airport ont the NYC Mass Transit Authority website. | Bus and subway options will take you to NYC. Learn more at Getting to NYC from LaGuardia Airport ont the NYC Mass Transit Authority website. | The AirTrain connects to New Jersey Transit trains, which also reaches NY Penn Station, with options available via NJ Transit. |
| PUBLIC TRANSIT FROM NYC TO AIRPORT | Take a subway from NYC to get to the AirTrain. Learn more at Taking public transit from NYC to New York-area airports on the MTA website. | Subway and bus options are available to take you from NYC to LGA. Learn more at Taking public transit from NYC to New York-area airports on the MTA website. | Bus and PATH train options are available. Learn more at How to get to Newark Airport on public transit. |
| CAR SERVICES | A variety of car services are available for transport to and from the airports. Car services should be reserved in advance. It is not advisable to accept a ride from drivers offering their services at the airport. | A variety of car services are available for transport to and from the airports. Car services should be reserved in advance. It is not advisable to accept a ride from drivers offering their services at the airport. | A variety of car services are available for transport to and from the airports. Car services should be reserved in advance. It is not advisable to accept a ride from drivers offering their services at the airport. |
Hotels
There are hundreds of hotels in Midtown Manhattan and around New York City. More information and special offers are available on NYC Tourism: Where To Stay.
Entertainment
Theater
- With 40 major professional theaters, New York’s Theater District – often referred to as Broadway and Off-Broadway – is the leading showcase of stage entertainment in the United States.
- Upcoming shows and tickets are available on NYC Tourism: Things To Do – Broadway or on Theater Development Fund.
Opera, Ballet, Classical Music and Much More…
- Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts is home to 11 resident arts organizations, offering music, theater, dance, film, opera and outdoor performances.
- Carnegie Hall is one of New York’s most prestigious venues for both classical and popular music.
Sports and Music Arenas
- Madison Square Garden is one of the world’s most famous arenas, and the home of the New York Knicks and the New York Rangers, as well as the New York Liberty, as well as a preferred venue for leading entertainers.
Dining
New York is one of the world’s most diverse culinary cities. Resy and OpenTable can help in securing restaurant reservations.