New York City only saw an economic and construction boom following the Great Depression and World War II with the merger of five boroughs in 1898. Returning World War II soldiers sparked a postwar economic boom in eastern Queens and Nassau County and similar suburban communities in New Jersey. New York emerged unscathed as the world's most important metropolis, with Wall Street guiding America's position as the world's main economic force. The completion of the United Nations Headquarters in 1952 cemented New York's worldwide geopolitical power. The city profited from a drop in violent crime rates across the country, the rebirth of the banking industry, and the creation of "Silicon Alley," one of the drivers in a decade of skyrocketing real estate values. Life was not a bed of roses post this. New York City was also the victim of the September 11 attack–a terrorist attack on the World Trade Center that killed 2,606 people in the towers and the surrounding region, which was profoundly traumatic for the city but did not halt the rapid rebuilding.

New York is everyone’s dream. People from around the world dream of being a part of this great wish-granting city and rightly so. The state has numerous attractions, no matter what kind of things you like. Visiting the Empire State Building and Ellis Island (to see the Statue of Liberty) is of course a priority. But here are some other most popular things to do:

Go on an NYC Food tour
Food tours take you through some of the most iconic street food stalls and affordable eateries to Michelin-starred restaurants around the city. The variety of food available in the boroughs or neighborhoods is always ranked highly by past travelers. These tours have varying price ranges and cover different locations in the city. So make sure you check the reviews and places covered by the tours before you make your bookings.

Try the NY Museum tour
According to multiple sources, NY city has more than 80 museums. If you enjoy history or culture, arts, design, or music, you will surely find something to your liking in these tours. Spread across all the 5 boroughs, you will also get to enjoy the views while you’re learning about the city’s past.
The Museum of Modern Art, American Museum of Natural History, Whitney Museum of American Art, Intrepid Sea, Air and Space Museum, New York Transit Museum, and New York City Fire Museum are some of the must-visits.

Catch a performance at the Opera House
The Opera House is a magnificence on its own. The shows usually cost a few hundred bucks for the best seats. Don’t fret if it is out of your budget. Even if you cannot acquire the tickets to enjoy the performance of the night, the beautiful courtyard, mesmerizing chandeliers in the lobby, and its amazing architecture are sure to keep you entertained for the evening.

Visit Coney Island
If adventure parks are of interest to you, then Coney Island should definitely be on your list. Coney Island now has multiple amusement parks, which in total amount to more than 50 rides. If that isn’t exciting, I don't know what is!
Built in the early 1900s, Coney Island has witnessed a fair share of ups and downs but continues to remain a top attraction on everyone’s lists.