New York City. - Lonely Planet

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Lonely Planet New York City Guideis your passport to all the most relevant and up-to-date advice on what to see, what to skip, and what hidden discoveries await you. Stand and applaud a razzle-dazzle Broadway show, take in the iconic skyline during a ferry ride toward Lady Liberty's beckoning torch, or stroll along Central Park's elm-lined walkways; all with your trusted travel companion. Get to the heart of New York City and begin your journey now!

Inside Lonely Planet New York City Travel Guide:

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  Full-colormaps and images throughout
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  Highlights
  and itinerariesshow you the simplest way to tailor your trip to your own personal needs and interests
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  Insider tipssave you time and money and help you get around like a local, avoiding crowds and trouble spots
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  Essential info
  at your fingertips- including hours of operation, phone numbers, websites, transit tips, and prices
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  Honest reviews
  for all budgets- including eating, sleeping, sight-seeing, going out, shopping, and hidden gems that most guidebooks miss
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  Cultural insightsgive you a richer and more rewarding travel experience - including history, art, cinema, music, architecture, nightlife, fashion, and cuisine
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  Free, convenient pull-out New York City map(included in print version), plus 45 color neighborhood maps
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  Useful features- includingWalking Tours, Travel with Children,andMonth-by-Month(annual festival calendar)
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  Coverageof Lower Manhattan, SoHo, Chinatown, Lower East Side, Greenwich Village, Chelsea, Meatpacking District, Union Square, Flatiron District, Gramercy, Midtown, Upper East Side, Upper West Side, Harlem, Brooklyn, Queens, and more

The Perfect Choice:
Lonely Planet New York City Guide,our most comprehensive guide to New York City, is perfect for those planning to both explore the top sights and take the road less traveled.

• Looking for just the highlights of New York City? Check outLonely Planet's Discover New York City,a photo-rich guide to the city's most popular attractions, orLonely Planet's Pocket New York City,a handy-sized guide focused on the can't-miss sights for a quick trip.
• Looking for more extensive coverage? Check outLonely Planet's Eastern USAguide for a comprehensive look at all the region has to offer.

Authors:Written and researched by Lonely Planet, Brandon Presser, Cristian Bonetto, and Carolina A. Miranda.

About Lonely Planet:Started in 1973, Lonely Planet has become the world's leading travel guide publisher with guidebooks to every destination on the planet, as well as an award-winning website, a suite of mobile and digital travel products, and a dedicated traveler community. Lonely Planet's mission is to enable curious travelers to experience the world and to truly get to the heart of the places they find themselves in.

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