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Just because you can't be in New York City doesn't mean you can't enjoy the sights -- check out our pictures of New York City for an armchair (or laptop) visit to the Big Apple.

Top of the Rock Observation Deck Pictures
Want to preview the experience at the Top of the Rock? Check out these photos that illustrate the views from the observation deck, as well as historical pictures that show the Rockefeller Center Observatory.

World Trade Center Site After Osama bin Laden's Death
See photos of the World Trade Center site and Ground Zero after Osama Bin Laden's death. Taken on May 2, 2011, these photos illustrate the current state of construction at Ground Zero and what visitors can expect to see if they visit.

St. Patrick's Day Parade Photos
See photos of the 2002 St. Patrick's Day Parade in New York City.

Central Park Photos
See photos from various areas of Central Park, including Belvedere Castle, the Mall and the Shakespeare Garden.

Empire State Building Photos
Enjoy our collection of Empire State Building photos, including photos from the 86th Floor Observatory, the 102nd Floor Observatory and the 103rd Floor airship deck which is not open to the public.

2009 Macys Thanksgiving Day Parade Photos
See photos from the 2009 Macys Thanksgiving Day Parade in New York City. Includes photos of marching bands, floats and balloons from the Macys Thanksgiving Day Parade in New York City.

Cityfood's Lower East Side Artisan Food Highlights Tour Photos
See photos from Cityfood's Lower East Side Artisan Food Highlights Tour. See a picture of the raspberry doughnut from the doughnut plant.

Photos of Grand Central Terminal
Photos of Grand Central Terminal

Chrysler Building Photos
Photo of the Chrysler Building Entrance on 42nd Street.

Chelsea Market / Meatpacking District Food and Culture Walkin…
Foods of New York Chelsea Market and Meatpacking District Food and Culture Walking Tour Photos

Queens County Farm Museum
See pictures from the Queens County Farm Museum

Queens Zoo Pictures
See pictures from the Queens Zoo

Feast of San Gennaro in New York City
See pictures of the Feast of San Gennaro in New York City

The New York City Waterfalls Pictures
These New York City Waterfalls pictures from July 2008 show Olafur Eliasson's art installation in the New York Harbor.

Cherry Blossoms at the Brooklyn Botanical Gardens
See Pictures of the Cherry Blossoms and Cherry Blossom Festival at BBG

East Village Walking Tour Pictures
See pictures from the East Village Walking Tour which travels along St. Mark's Place. From the Astor Place Cube to Tompkins Square Park, learn more about the East Village on this tour.

New York's Village Halloween Parade Pictures
New York's Village Halloween Parade is the largest Halloween celebration in the world. See pictures of costumed marchers, the parade's signature puppets and even marching bands from New York's Village Halloween Parade.

Frick Collection Pictures
See pictures from the Frick Collection located on Manhattan's Upper East Side. The Frick Collection is housed in a beautiful Fifth Avenue mansion.

Pictures Taken from the Staten Island Ferry
See pictures taken from the Staten Island Ferry. The Staten Island Ferry travels from Lower Manhattan to Staten Island and back. Riding the Staten Island Ferry is free.

Yankee Stadium Pictures
See pictures from Yankee Stadium in the Bronx. Includes pictures of Monument Park in Yankee Stadium.

New York Public Library Pictures
See pictures from the famous New York Public Library building on Fifth Avenue. Built in the Beaux Arts style, the New York Public Library is a beautiful New York City landmark.

Rockefeller Center Pictures
See pictures of Rockefeller Center in Midtown Manhattan. Rockefeller Center is home to New York City's most famous Christmas Tree, an ice skating rink and great shopping, as well as filled with beautiful architecture.

Circle Line Semi-Circle Cruise
Pictures from the Circle Line Semi-Circle Cruise of Manhattan. Traveling from 34th Street on the West Side to the Queensboro Bridge on the East Side, this tour is a great introduction to the New York Harbor.

Radio City Music Hall - Stage Door Tour Pictures
See pictures of the interior of Radio City Music Hall from the Stage Door Tour. The Stage Door Tour at Radio City Music Hall offers visitors a behind the scenes look at Radio City Music Hall.

St. Patrick's Day Parade Pictures
One of New York City's largest parades, the St. Patrick's Parade features marching bands, firefighters and Irish organizations from throughout the Northeast United States. The St. Patrick's Day Parade features no floats or balloons -- many gather to celebrate St. Patrick's Day in New York City to watch the parade.

Easter Parade and Easter Bonnet Festival
See pictures from the Easter Bonnet Festival in New York City. Also known as the Easter Parade, you can see folks showing off their Easter Bonnets during this annual event on Fifth Avenue.

Pictures from the Museum of Modern Art Permanent Collection
See pictures from the Permanent Collection at the Museum of Modern Art (MoMA) in New York City.

American Museum of Natural History Photos
Enjoy a preview of one of New York City's most popular museums, famous for its impressive collection of dinosaur bones, full-sized Blue Whale model and great planetarium.

Bryant Park Pictures
See pictures of Bryant Park in New York City. Located behind the New York Public Library, Bryant Park is a peaceful oasis in midtown Manhattan.

The Beast: Circle Line Speed Boat Ride
See pictures from the Beast Speed Boat ride from Circle Line. This high-energy ride is thrilling and offers visitors a great view of the Statue of Liberty.

Madison Square Garden All Access Tour
See pictures from the All Access Tour at Madison Square Garden. The All Access Tour at Madison Square Garden offers visitors a chance to see team locker rooms, the arena, the theater, and even into the private dining room and other VIP areas.

Federal Reserve Bank of New York Pictures
See pictures from the Federal Reserve Bank of New York.

Manhattan Children's Museum - CMOM
Thinking about visiting the Manhattan Children's Museum? See pictures of the Manhattan Children's Museum's many exhibits.

David Blaine - Drowned Alive
See pictures of David Blaine in Drowned Alive in May 2006 at Lincoln Center in New York City.

Brooklyn Children's Museum
Pictures from the Brooklyn Children's Museum

Pictures from New York City's Most Popular Art Museum
Metropolitan Museum of Art Pictures

FAO Schwarz Toy Store Pictures
FAO Schwarz is a classic New York City store and rightly so. With a long history in New York City, FAO Schwarz is a great place to shop for all the kids and young-at-heart folks on your ictures of

New York City New Cuisine Chocolate Tour Pictures
See pictures from the New York City New Cuisine Chocolate Tour, including the pictures of the various chocolate shops visited during the tour.

The Morgan Library and Museum Pictures
See pictures from The Morgan Library and Museum, including JP Morgan's library and study and a Gutenberg Bible.

The Original Greenwich Village Food and Culture Walking Tour Photo Gallery
See pictures from The Original Greenwich Village Food and Culture Walking Tour offered by Foods of New York. The pictures include a variety of stores, restaurants and buildings in Greenwich Village that are featured on the walking tour.

New York City Luxury Chocolate Tour Pictures
See pictures from the New York City Luxury Chocolate Tour, including the pictures of the various chocolate shops visited during the tour.

Waldorf=Astoria Hotel Pictures
See pictures from the art deco Waldorf=Astoria Hotel. Pictures include the hotel's famous lobbies and exterior, as well as suites.

Patriot Tours Revolutionary Era Walking Tour Pictures
New York played an important role in the Revolutionary Era in the United States. See some of the important sights in Lower Manhattan from the Revolutionary Era.

Frick Collection Pictures
See pictures from the Frick Collection located on Manhattan's Upper East Side. The Frick Collection is housed in a beautiful Fifth Avenue mansion.

Zabars Food Market
See pictures from Zabars, one of New York City's unique food markets. Zabars offers outstanding smoked fish, prepared foods and gourmet groceries on the Upper West Side.

Yankee Stadium Pictures
See pictures from Yankee Stadium in the Bronx. Includes pictures of Monument Park in Yankee Stadium.

Bryant Park Pictures
See pictures of Bryant Park in New York City. Located behind the New York Public Library, Bryant Park is a peaceful oasis in midtown Manhattan.

The Beast: Circle Line Speed Boat Ride
See pictures from the Beast Speed Boat ride from Circle Line. This high-energy ride is thrilling and offers visitors a great view of the Statue of Liberty.

Federal Reserve Bank of New York Pictures
See pictures from the Federal Reserve Bank of New York.

Manhattan Children's Museum - CMOM
Thinking about visiting the Manhattan Children's Museum? See pictures of the Manhattan Children's Museum's many exhibits.

David Blaine - Drowned Alive
See pictures of David Blaine in Drowned Alive in May 2006 at Lincoln Center in New York City.

Pictures from the Museum of Modern Art Permanent Collection
See pictures from the Permanent Collection at the Museum of Modern Art (MoMA) in New York City.

Pictures from the Brooklyn Children's Museum
Pictures from the Brooklyn Children's Museum

Metropolitan Museum of Art Pictures
Pictures from New York City's most popular art museum, the Metropolitan Museum of Art.

American Museum of Natural History Pictures
See pictures from the American Museum of Natural History in New York City. Pictures include many exhibits, from the great whale to dinosaur bones at the AMNH.

The Cloisters in Fort Tyron Park Picture Gallery - Pictures from The Cloisters
See pictures from The Cloisters in Fort Tyron Park in Upper Manhattan. The Cloisters is America's only museum exclusively displaying medieval art and is a branch of the Metropolitan Museum of Art.

Washington Square Park Photos
See photos of one of New York City's most famous parks, located in Greenwich Village. Best known for its beautiful arch, Washington Square Park holds a rich place in the history and life of New York City.

Photos from Before & After September 11th
See images from before and after the September 11th terrorist attacks. Pictures include both the Pentagon and the World Trade Center taken from above.

Pictures of the World Trade Center Site - One Year After 9/11
See what the World Trade Center area looked like almost a year after 9/11. Plans for the development of the World Trade Center were not yet finalized, but construction continued.

Pictures of the World Trade Center Site - September 2005
See pictures of the WTC site at Ground Zero from March 2002. Six months after the events of 9/11, these photos show the slow progress toward clearing the World Trade Center area.

Chocolate Show 2004 Chocolate Fashion Show Pictures
Pictures of the Chocolate Fashion Show from the 2004 Chocolate Show.

Pictures of the World Trade Center Site - September 2005
See pictures of the WTC site at Ground Zero from late September 2005. Four years after the attacks on 9/11, rebuilding progress is slow at the World Trade Center site.

Times Square Pictures
One of New York City's most popular attractions, millions of visitors flock to Times Square every year. Whether you're curious about what it looks like or want to reminisce about a recent visit, check out our Times Square pictures.

Central Park Movie Location Pictures
See pictures of popular spots in Central Park featured in many movies. Central Park has been featured in the filming of over 200 movies since 1908. Pictures include Sheeps Meadow, the Plaza Hotel, the Carousel, and more.

Ellis Island Immigration Museum Pictures
Pictures from the Ellis Island Immigration Museum. Includes pictures of the Wall of Honor, the Great Hall and displays at Ellis Island.

Statue of Liberty Pictures
Pictures of the Statue of Liberty from Liberty Island, as well as pictures of Lower Manhattan.

Statue of Liberty Observatory Tour Pictures
Pictures from the Statue of Liberty Museum and Observatory Tour. Includes pictures of the Statue of Liberty's original torch and pictures of the inside of the Statue of Liberty.

Lower East Side: Birthplace of Dreams Walking Tour Pictures
Pictures from the Lower East Side: Birthplace of Dreams cell phone Walking Tour by Talking Street

Chelsea Market Photo Gallery: Pictures of Chelsea Market
See a photo gallery of a recent trip to New York City's Chelsea Market, in the Chelsea neighborhood of New York City. Featuring photos of Chelsea Market, pictures of food, and other Chelsea pictures.

Madame Tussauds New York: Picture Gallery
Pictures from Madame Tussauds New York in Times Square. Includes pictures of George Clooney, Jennifer Aniston, Brad Pitt, Lance Armstrong, Usher and Paris Hilton.

Pictures of the New York City Skyline from Gantry Plaza
Gantry Plaza State Park is located in Long Island City and offers fantastic views of the Manhattan skyline, whether you want to see it at night, or during the day. Piers and a grassy picnic area make this a great place to view the skyline or experience the Fourth of July fireworks over the East River.

Campbell Apartment Photo Gallery
Located in Grand Central, The Campbell Apartment is an outstanding choice if you want to get a drink while you wait for a train or just want to experience the gorgeously restored apartment of John W. Campbell. The Campbell Apartment is famous for its Prohibition Punch and pours excellent drinks, at a premium price.

The Oak Bar Photo Gallery
Check out these pictures of The Oak Bar in the Plaza Hotel. The Oak Bar in the Plaza Hotel has appeared in many movies, including "North by Northwest".

Sex & The City Tour Pictures
See pictures of Sex and the City locations from around New York City. These pictures depict a variety of locations from Sex and the City.

Sex & The City Photo Gallery
See New York City through the eyes of Carrie, Samantha, Miranda, and Charlotte on this 'Sex & the City' photo tour of Manhattan. Includes pictures of Magnolia Bakery, Jimmy Choo's and the Church Around the Corner.

New York City Marathon Photo Gallery -- How many people are involved in the...
The Annual New York City Marathon features over 35,000 athletes, 12,000 volunteers and 2 million spectators. See photos of the New York City Marathon in Manhattan.

Shooting "The Sopranos"
If you're a fan of "The Sopranos" you'll love this tour. It leaves from New York City and takes you to many of the locations where "The Sopranos" is filmed. Includes pictures of Satriele's and the Bada Bing!

Brooklyn Bridge & Beyond
Explore some tasty destinations in Brooklyn Heights and experience the view from the Brooklyn Bridge.

New York City Greenmarkets
Thoughout New York City, farm fresh produce, flowers, meats and more are available for sale at Greenmarkets. Find a greenmarket near you and see pictures of the Union Square market here.

David Blaine in Bryant Park
Read about David Blaine's Vertigo stunt and see pictures of him standing upon a 10 story pillar in New York City!

Halloween Extravaganza and Procession of the Ghouls: Photo Gallery
See a series of photos from St. John the Divine's annual Halloween Extravaganza and the Procession of the Ghouls. Photos detailing costumes included in Ralph Lee's Procession of the Ghouls.

Winter 2005 Restaurant Week Lunch at Gramercy Tavern
See the various courses and beverages we enjoyed at our Restaurant Week lunch at Gramercy Tavern. From bourbon spiked Greenmarket Cider to the Peanut Butter Parfait we enjoyed for dessert, experience the Gramercy Tavern meal along with us.

NYLA Photo Gallery: Inside Britney Spears' Restaurant
Take a peek inside NYLA, a New York City restaurant owned in part by Britney Spears.

La Boheme Photo Gallery
Get a glimpse at the set and costumes from Baz Lurhmann's production of Puccini's La Bohemè with these pictures.

Share Your Favorite New York City Photo
Here's your chance to share your favorite New York City photo. Submit your favorite New York City photo for inclusion on About.com's New York City Travel site. See submissions

Manhattan TV and Movie Tour Location Photos
See the locations used for shooting the Huxtable house from the Cosby Show, the Friends apartment building and the Ghostbusters firehouse in this photo gallery from the Manhattan TV & Movie Sites Tour.

A "Sex & The City" Tour Through New York City
See New York City sights where "Sex & the City" is filmed. Including Jimmy Choo's -- one of Carrie's favorite shoe boutiques.

Zabars Food Market
See pictures from Zabars, one of New York City's unique food markets. Zabars offers outstanding smoked fish, prepared foods and gourmet groceries on the Upper West Side.

Empire State Building Photo Gallery
See the view from the top of the Empire State Building at night with these Empire State Building photos.

Filming Locations from 'The Sopranos'
See locations use in the Sopranos, including Pizzaland, featured as Tony Soprano drives home during the opening credits of the Sopranos.

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