Guide to sightseeing in NYC -- amNY.com

Get tickets to TV shows

New York City is the television capital and there are many shows where you can be part of the audience. For tickets to some popular shows produced in the city, check these out.

20 things to do in NYC

Whether you want to be on the cutting edge this summer or relax and go the more traditional route, here are our picks for 20 things you must-do in the city.

10 sights the guidebooks often miss

From the far corners of Staten Island to right in the center of Midtown, there are beautiful sights to see that off the beaten path.

From walking tours to the big Gray Line, from the "Sopranos" to hip-hop, the choice of tours around the city is almost endless. If you want to get exercise, there are many interesting walking tours to choose from. Soundwalk Tours

10 city landmarks not to miss

New York City has hundreds of landmark buildings and a wealth of cultural institutions that are worth a visit. Here are 10 of our favorites.

May 26, 2006

Seeing the city from the water

New York is a water city. Depending on where you are, you are surrounded by the East River, the Narrows, Long Island Sound, or the Hudson River. Majestic bridges link the boroughs together -- and boats, from sleek kayaks to oceangoing ships, glide along the surfaces. So, what better way to see the city than from a boat deck? Here are seven ways to do it.