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The largest mausoleum in the United States is the final resting place of president Ulysses S Grant and his wife. The tomb is modeled after Napoleon’s which sits in Les Invalides in Paris. Inside you’ll find two sarcophagi, Grant memorabilia and Civil War artifacts on display. Admission is free.

Click here to visit Grant's Tomb's official website.

Between the years of 1892 and 1954, 17 million immigrants entered the United States through Ellis Island. It is estimated that over 40% of the current US population is descended from someone who passed through the island. Visitors today can explore the three story museum that now occupies the site, as well as view the Statue of Liberty. Access to the island is via ferry that leaves from Battery Park.     

Click here to view Ellis Island's homepage.

At the time it was completed, this was the world’s tallest skyscraper. Today, it’s one of the most popular stops for visitors to the city. It stands 1454 feet tall, and exhibits classic Art Deco architecture. From the top, you can see up to 80 miles on a clear day. it is open seven days a week, from 9:30 AM to 12 midnight, with some special holiday hours.

Click here to visit the Empire State Building's official website.

The Brooklyn Bridge is one of the oldest suspension bridges in the country, passing over the East River and connecting Manhattan with Brooklyn. At the time it was completed, it was the largest suspension bridge in the world. Architecture students can observe it’s classic Gothic style, others will be content just to take in its grandeur and beauty. One of the most well known places in New York City, be sure to visit this National Historic Landmark site.

Please visit the official Brooklyn Bridge site for more information.

Many visitors to the city are drawn to the site where the proud Twin Towers of the World Trade Center once stood. It serves as a sobering reminder of the events of September 11, 2001, and many people who visit the area use it as a place for contemplation and reflection. There is a memorial and museum planned for the site, that was selected from over 5200 entrants. For now, you can simply walk around the site, and view the area where many heroes worked for days to do their part in alleviating this tragedy.

This unique museum is a celebration of the structures that define the city, and their rich architectural heritage. Through exhibitions and programs, you’ll get a feel for the entire process that goes into the creation of these incredible structures, including design, technology, construction, real estate investment and the final product where people work and live. The museum was founded in 1996 as a private, educational resource devoted to the study of skyscrapers, in all their varied forms.

The Skyscraper Museum is located in lower Manhattan's Battery Park City at 39 Battery Place. Museum hours are 12-6 PM, Wednesday-Sunday. General admission is $5, $2.50 for students and seniors. Please visit the official Skyscraper Museum website for more information.

Perhaps the most famous toy store in the world, this is a must see for anyone coming to New York City.  This two story store captures the imaginations of children and adults alike. From the dance-on piano to huge stuffed animals, there’s something here for everyone! There are even life-sized toy cars, rare antique toys and a seven foot tall polar bear. Lots of interactive stuff will keep you busy for hours, whether it’s a game of air hockey, or the latest Xbox 360 game. This is as fun as toy stores get!

Visit the offical FAO Schwartz website for more information.