New York City, also known as The Big Apple, is arguably the most popular tourist destination in the United States. Famous for its huge array of attractions, landmarks, parks, shopping, art, museums and theatres, it's easy to see why New York is such a popular choice among Irish holiday makers.

New York is everything you want it to be; it’s the city that never sleeps! Book a city bus tour and take in the sights of Manhattan or chill out and grab a hot dog in Central Park. Live the life of the Sex & the City girls and grab a cosmopolitan in one of New York’s trendy bars and watch the world go by. You can shop ‘til you drop on 5th Avenue or visit the shopping outlets in Woodbury Common. Take in the collections at the MET and MOMA or visit the American Museum of Natural History. Soak up the atmosphere in Times Square before hitting Broadway for a dazzling show! Hop aboard a river cruise to see the Statue of Liberty or visit Brooklyn for a picture-perfect view of the NYC skyline. Whatever you do, New York City will leave you wanting more!

New York City is a destination with something for everyone. From couples to families, there are hotels and activities to meet the needs of all holidaymakers. New York has hotels in all price ranges from high end luxury to budget friendly basics.

New York Highlights

🧡 Visit the Statue of Liberty & Ellis Island or top of the rock

🧡 Take a day trip to the shopping outlets or Fifth Avenue

🧡 Take in the sights on a bus or boat tour

Local Info

Airport

John F Kennedy Airport (JFK), and Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR).

Currency

The currency used in New York is the US Dollar ($).

Time Difference

New York is in Eastern standard time (GMT-4) so is 4 hours behind Irish time. 

Weather

New York’s weather varies from hot & humid summer days to minus temperatures in winter with snow fall. Spring/Autumn varies with light winds and some rain but generally is bright with clear skies.