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Midtown Manhattan, United States, New York

The area of Midtown, between 30th Street and 59th Street, includes most of the monuments and attractions that have made New York legendary around the world. With its impressive jungle of buildings that emerge from the ground, the landscape of Midtown offers a striking contrast with more 'modest' buildings in the neighbourhoods of Gramercy and Chelsea. The bustle on the streets is enormous, especially during the day, because of the presence of many offices and department stores, including the famous Macy's: the largest store in the world (according to the slogan). The southern part, until the 42nd, is home to unmissable architectural monuments: the Empire State Building, the Chrysler building, or Central Station, the vast station of the city. Just above that, the area which stretches from 42nd to 59th is considered the true heart of Manhattan. To feel the ambiance here and to keep up with its frenetic pace, it will be enough to be guided by the neon lights that lead to Time Square in the Theater District, around Broadway: the world mecca of musical comedies and other bestselling shows. Although it is animated by day, the omnipresent lights, the cacophony of horns and the incessant flow of passers-by make Time Square even more impressive at night, completely flooded by artificial light. A permanent animation in a geographically central location: these two factors are sufficient to explain why West Midtown and East Midtown are home to the largest concentration of hotels in New York.

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pros

•  The animation of Time Square
•  The choice of hotels
•  The central location

cons

•  A district that is not very quiet

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• To see

  Cultural sightseeing: the New York Public Library, the Morgan Library and its collections of rare books, the Museum of Modern Art, one of the world famous references for twentieth century arts, the Museum of Television & Radio, the Intrepid Sea Air Space Museum, a real aircraft carrier converted into a museum and the American Folk Art Museum, devoted to American popular art. For American architecture : the Empire State Building, the Chrysler Building, a masterpiece of Art Deco style, Central Station, the vast central station of the city, the Chanin Building, St Patrick's Cathedral, the most famous church in the USA, United Nations Headquarters and its glass tower and the Rockefeller Center and its central square, turned into a skating rink in winter. It is also possible to visit the NBC studios.

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  To do

  Stroll through the areas to get a feel of the different faces of New York, a champion of eclecticism. Around the Rockefeller Center, the city grows vertically with its numerous skyscrapers. Come back down from these dizzying heights with the Tudor City Historical Center, a haven of peace in an English style.
  The area which stretches from 42nd to 59th is considered the true heart of Manhattan. To feel the ambiance there, just join Time Square, in the Theater District, around Broadway Avenue: the world mecca of musical comedies and other bestselling shows. A must-see, especially at night!

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  To think about

  Have a planned budget for the trip. Change your dollars in the United Kingdom for a better exchange rate and prefer small denominations. In the absence of a biometric passport, make sure you are in possession of a machine readable passport (type DELPHINE) issued between 2001 and October 25, 2005. Otherwise, you will need a visa for a stay of less than 90 days. For the subway (operating 24 hours a day) and the bus, the Metrocard (unlimited mileage) is on sale in stations. At your hotel you will find brochures on the cultural events and sites, often with discounts (Village Voice or Time Out). Prices in restaurants, hotels, taxis and shops are always displayed without tax or tip: be sure to add them! The service is very good, but expensive. Arrange insurance covering medical expenses and repatriation. Your British prescription will not allow you to buy medicines when you get there, so plan ahead!

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• To avoid

  Jokes, even those by children, in public places concerning luggage, the opposite sex and international affairs in order to be careful with sensitive subjects!
  Any imported food will be confiscated by customs.
  Avoid using a car as there is a lot of traffic and the cost of parking is high. Choose to walk to discover the frenzy of the city. That is why it would be a shame to choose a hotel outside of Manhattan. Bicycles are prohibited except for in Central Park. In the late evening, opt for one of the 12,000 taxis, much cheaper than in our countries, rather than the subway.
  Forget about walking alone in Harlem or Central Park at night.
  As for shopping, watch out for purchases of hi-fis, photography, electronics and counterfeit goods (prohibited). Invoices will be requested at customs. In addition, avoid exceeding $100 (£71) per purchase in order to be exempt from customs duties.
  Do not try to climb the Statue of Liberty, the wait in the queue can be very long. Enjoy the view onto Manhattan from its pedestal.
  Do not go to Century 21 on Saturdays, the large discount department store, a true institution with the lowest prices in the city.

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  To try

  This multi-ethnic city offers something affordable to all budgets, from famous restaurants to small eating houses, take a look through the multitude of cuisines available. For the typical New York dishes, go to one of the delis that dot the city. The menus of the day are generally sold at a reasonable price, but prices climb in the evening. To experience how New Yorkers eat, get something to eat on the move from one of the various speciality shops: bagels (Jewish round bread), blintzes (filled crepes), potato salad and other pastrami sandwiches. Another tip for low prices: enjoy the copious "breakfast" deals. Take a break in the Rockefeller Center, where you will find various restaurants, and also taste the cuisine of the Main Ballroom, with dancing worthy of the films of Fred Astair. Choose also the Rainbow Room, with its spectacular view, as well as the bar and the piano bar.

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  To bring back

  In Midtown, entertainment is permanent, mainly because of the presence of many stores, including the famous Macy's: the largest store in the world (according to the slogan). The sales periods here are anarchic! At the shops on 5th Avenue, you can find products of all major brands (Tiffany, Cartier, Disney Store, Warner Bros. Studio Store, Henri Bendel, Saks, Bergdorf Goodman, Takashimaya, etc.). At Caswell-Massey, the oldest perfumery in the US, you will find the 1st eau de Cologne, "Number Six Cologne." Around the Rockefeller Center you will find all of the prestigious stores, which together form another shopping paradise.

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