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36 Our trips are bound by our Booking Terms & Conditions - for details visit discover-the-world.co.uk/educationalvisitsNew York CityA dynamic urban landscapeAs one of the most iconic cities in the world, New York is home to some of the most recognisable landmarks and attractions. From Times Square and Central Park to the Empire State Building and the Statue of Liberty, the 'city that never sleeps' packs more legendary icons into one compact area than any other place on Earth. Few cities in the world can rival this urban jungle for sheer scale, excitement and wealth of valuable experiences for students. A New York tour offers an unparalleled opportunity for students of all subjects to increase their knowledge and expand on their chosen subjects.Why New York with Discover the World?Direct liaison with your dedicated travel specialist who has first hand experience of what the city has to offer school groups Tours can be tailor-made to include whichever places of interest suit your groupItineraries that include the following Geography topics: World Cities; Tourism; Rural/Urban Contrasts; Urban Development; Globalization; Industrial Development; Technology; Unequal SpacesCross curricular opportunities include Politics and HistorySuggested itineraryIconic New York Departures: year roundDay 1 Arrive at JFK airport and transfer to hotelDay 2 Empire State Building / Rockefeller Center / Times Square / Central ParkDay 3 Ground Zero / Statue of Liberty / Wall Street / Brooklyn BridgeDay 4 Leisure morning / museum visit Day 5 Arrive London A 6 day / 4 night tour option is also available Prices from£898Based on 40 students and 4 staff on a 5-day tripNew York Sky Line © Sepavo talk to the experts 01737 214 214 37Our Recommended Experiences Top of the Rock 2 hours For one of the best views of NYC, go to Rockefeller Plaza and take the Top of the Rock experience. This beautiful Art Deco building has a six level observation deck, which gives you stunning 360° degree views of the city. Yes the views are just as amazing from the top of the Empire State, but from here you can include that iconic landmark in your photos! Don't miss either!Circle Line Cruise2 hours A great way to take in the famous Big Apple skyline is to see it from the water. Join a Circle Line cruise and circumnavigate Manhattan Island, sail on the Hudson and East Rivers, under the famous bridges, cruise around the Battery, past Lady Liberty and a whole host of well-known landmarks.Empire State Building Opened in 1931 and standing at 1453m tall, this remains one of the world's most famous skyscrapers - a trip to the Observation Deck on the 86th floor is unmissable. Seen in many a movie, this exquisite Art Deco building can be found on 5th Avenue.The Statue of Liberty This iconic symbol of freedom was a gift to the people of the United States from France in 1886. Located on Liberty Island in New York Harbour, it stands 46m tall and it's possible to reach the top via 354 narrow steps, and look out from the windows set in the crown.Central Park At the heart of Manhattan the fabulous 843 acre park provides New Yorkers with the opportunity to escape the hustle and bustle of the city. It contains the Central Park Zoo, a boating lake, reservoir, numerous baseball diamonds, ice rink in the winter, an outdoor theatre, walking and running tracks and much more. American Museum of Natural History Built in 1877, this is the largest and one of the most celebrated natural history museums in the world. Full of interactive exhibits, that may or may not come alive after dark (for fans of the Night at the Museum films), it covers an impressive area of three city blocks. Metropolitan Museum of Art Known simply as the 'Met' this is one of the crown jewels of the city. It houses art exhibits from all over the world and across all eras, as well as unique collections of musical instruments, weapons and armour. American Museum of the Moving Image Demonstrating the complex process involved in making films, one of the country's greatest exports, and the film industry's long and impressive history.United Nations Building Take a guided or audio tour around the UN Headquarters for a behind-the-scenes view of the Organisation at work. Visit the General Assembly Hall where you can see topical exhibits and unique works of art and gifts from Member States. The High Line An amazing example of the recycling of an elevated railway into an urban park, this highly unusual project is located on Manhattan's West Side and currently extends 2.33km above three of New York's neighbourhoods. New York Highlights" We are so familiar with the sights and sounds of New York on TV but nothing compares with being a part of this amazing city." Lorraine Silvester, Discover the WorldCentral Park © Terraxplorer |