THE 10 BEST EXCURSIONS FROM NEW YORK

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After being immortalized infinitely on the big screen, we all think we know New York long before we have stepped on its great avenues. But the reality is that we would need several lives to be able to discover what is hidden behind that well-known facade. You may come to hate her at times, you will love her the rest of the time, BUT what is certain is that she will not leave you indifferent ... And when you have traveled it from top to bottom and need to change your air, why not make a break ? Here we tell you what are, for us, the 10 best excursions from New York:

In contrast to the frenetic pace of the city of skyscrapers, in the capital of the most powerful country in the world you will find a much more leisurely and relaxed atmosphere than you would expect. With some of the best known buildings on the planet (such as the White House or the Capitol), interesting museums free in the National Mall and hipster cafes in the trendy neighborhood of Georgetown Where to enjoy a good coffee, Washington D.C. It is a place to explore walking and in a quiet way, in a perfect one or two day getaway from New York.

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For free

The cheapest way is in bus. If you only have one day to visit the city, the ideal is to leave at dawn and arrive early in the morning. The Megabus company offers comfortable seats, Wi-Fi and plugs, you can also find good deals by booking through its website.

You can also choose to take the train from Pennsylvania Station and arrive in about three and a half hours to the capital of the country. More information and reservation.

Of course you can also consider the option of plane, but it is not too economical and too much time is spent between waiting and traveling, so it is not too convenient.

On tour

It is the most comfortable way to visit Washington. If you do not mind spending € 105, you will enjoy a full day visiting the main attractions of the city, with a guide in Spanish and without having to worry about organizing the trips. Book online here.

Boston is one of the oldest cities in the US and one of the best excursions from New York. Known worldwide by the prestigious Harvard universities and MIT, it offers a good number of places to visit. The Freedom trail It is a clear example of this, since throughout its four kilometers of route you will know nothing more and nothing less than 16 points of interest in the city ... but there is much more! Come and discover it in a short break from New York.

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For free

With prices from $ 1 you can reach Boston in bus with the Megabus company. Buses leave from 34th Street between 11th and 12th Avenue, in front of the Javits Convention Center and arrive at Boston South Station. Check out the offers on their website.

More comfortable, but more expensive (prices from $ 50), you can also choose the train. Visit the Amtrak page for more information.

On tour

A very complete day on an organized excursion in which you will know the most important places in the city with a guide in Spanish. You can book your place online here.

Guide explaining the Boston Freedom Trail

Did you know that this city played a fundamental role in US history? And is that "Philly", as Americans affectionately know her, signed the Declaration of Independence which gave rise to the country we know today. Philadelphia is the largest city in Pennsylvania, a state that hosts an important amish community, descendants of German-speaking European immigrants. You will recognize them for their traditional dress, their simple lifestyle and their refusal to adopt modern comforts and technologies ... can you imagine a life without internet and social networks?

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For free

The bus from New York it takes between 2 hours and 2 hours and a half. The price varies, but you can find tickets from $ 1 with the Megabus company. In New York it leaves from a stop in the street, near Hudson Yards Station; in Philadelphia he arrives at 30th St Station. More information.

On tour

There is a day trip from New York to Philadelphia and the Amish region and back to the city of skyscrapers. All the information here.

After so much city you might fancy a bit of nature, and what better way than to visit the impressive Niagara Falls. Located between the USA and Canada you can see them from both countries, although personal opinion, the Canadian side offers a much more beautiful view of this spectacular waterfall. And if you want to feel the strength of its waters and its deafening sound, you can take a boat tour to get as close as possible to them. For us, it is undoubtedly one of the different excursions from New York and highly recommended.

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For free

The most direct way is to take the train number 63 to the town of Niagara Falls (Ontario, already on the Canadian side), on the so-called Maple Leaf Train. It leaves at 07:15 am from Penn Station and arrives at Niagara Falls (ON) at 16:33. The previous stop is Niagara Falls, but on the part of the United States, don't get off at that one! More information.

There is also the option of arriving at bus Direct with Greyhound, or go with Megabus to Buffalo and from there take another bus to Niagara Falls (ON).

Renting a car and taking a roadtrip from New York is a very good way to get to Niagara Falls. If you choose this option, be sure to stop along the way and visit the state park of Watkins glen, where you can walk through gorges full of vegetation and beautiful waterfalls. More information.

On tour

It is possible to make the day trip from New York, but we advise you to do it for free in minimum two days so you can get the most out of this getaway and your pocket does not suffer too much. Despite this, if you only have one day and prefer to get there with an organized excursion, you can opt for the option of the bus tour or the excessively expensive alternative of the plane.

Niagara Falls from the Canadian side

You will only have to cross the Hudson River to enjoy a perfect escape to Hoboken, in the neighboring State of New Jersey. The city that saw Frank Sinatra born is an ideal place to stroll through its parks on the banks of the river while contemplating the impressive profile of the Big Apple. You can also visit a century-old train station, with a lot of charm and less tourists than the one in New York, taste the famous cakes of Carlo's Bakery, remember the tragic attacks of 9/11 at the Empty Sky monument, oriented towards the place occupied by the twin towers, or relax on one of its many terraces while having a coffee.

If you enter this city of New Jersey leaves you wanting to know more, you can rent a car and spend a day or two to get to know some places of interest in this state, such as Cape may, the town with the highest concentration of Victorian architecture in the country (about 600 restored buildings) or Atlantic City (Las Vegas on the east coast) with its decadent air and its famous broadwalk.

For free

The cheapest way to get to Hoboken from Manhattan is to bus for about € 2. Direct buses leave Penn Station quite frequently. If you also dare to visit other places in New Jersey like Atlantic City or Cape May, the most flexible and comfortable alternative is to rent your own car and enjoy a mini roadtrip.

On tour

Hoboken is famous for its amount of gastronomic offer from anywhere on the planet. If you are one of those who enjoy trying different cuisines, there is a gastronomic tour (in English) through several of the most emblematic restaurants in this neighborhood. Here you have more information.

Harlem, Bronx, Queens, Brooklyn ... do you sound these names? Yes, this is also New York! So do not hesitate and, especially if it is the first time you visit the city, do this essential tour to know some of the most characteristic and surprising neighborhoods of this city that are normally outside the typical tour of Manhattan. One of our favorite excursions from New York!

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For free

You can always get a subway card and plan a tour of the different neighborhoods, although we only recommend it if your stay in New York is quite long and you feel confident moving around the city.

On tour

You can get tours in Spanish from € 43. For four hours you will tour one of the areas with the greatest cultural diversity on the planet. We advise you to book it well in advance. More information here.

Daily scene in the Williamsburg neighborhood

He who more or less falls into the temptation of shopping when visiting New York. And is that the discounts that can be found in some well-known brands make it very difficult not to get carried away by consumerism. Three of the most famous outlets are Woodbury Y Jersey Gardens on the outskirts of the city, and 21st century East in downtown Manhattan.

For free

The buses 111 or 115 to get to Jersey Gardens leave the Port Authority station on 8th Avenue. Woodbury is one hour north of the city, the Coach USA and City Sights companies cover the route there from Port Authority.

On tour

If you prefer not to have to think about how to get there, you can book an organized tour here.

It is unquestionable the magic that some places have when they visit at night and New York could not be less. Beyond the spectacular lights of Times Square, visiting one of the most emblematic places on a night walk through the city will leave images in your memory hard to forget.

For free

If you are familiar with transportation in New York, you will not find it difficult to prepare a plan to visit the best places from which to have the best night views. Take the free ferry to Staten Island and see the city lights and the Statue of Liberty as you sail away from the Big Apple, or cross the Brooklyn Bridge to admire the city's skyline. Or better yet, take a local ferry that navigates the East River between Brooklyn and Manhattan at sunset. More information.

On tour

You can also opt for a tour and just let yourself go. Reserve your place here.

Views of Manhattan from Green Point

Because from time to time you have to change your perspective so that everything seems different, you can not miss any of the most interesting Rooftops of the Big Apple and enjoy the views while having a cocktail in the purest New York style.

For free

The offer of bars with a terrace in New York is so wide, that you will find it difficult to choose where to start. Check out this post with more information on some of the best rooftops in New York.

On tour

You could not miss a tour that takes you to some of the best rooftops, like this one, which includes 3 drinks, transfers and tickets (in addition to a guide in Spanish). But honestly, I would do it to myself.

And continuing with the vision of the city from a different perspective, but adding a bit of adrenaline to the matter, with the helicopter tour you can have an image of the city that you will remember forever. If the budget is not a problem, this is one of the most famous and recommended plans in New York.

For free

Buy a helicopter, ask for the necessary permits, study and get the pilot's title and wait for an ideal day to fly over the roofs of the Big Apple. Maybe it's a couple of years ... or a hundred.

On tour

Brief, but intense. This will be the experience of contemplating New York from a bird's eye view with the day helicopter ride or with the nighttime alternative.