The lights, the sounds, the energy: New York City is the quintessential American city, a constantly exciting, fast-changing destination that people revisit over and over. Fodor's New York City 2014, with rich color photos throughout, captures the city's universal appeal, from museums to music venues, from Broadway spectacles to gastronomic delights.
 
EXPANDED COVERAGE: Fodor's New York 2014 includes new restaurant and hotel recommendations for Manhattan and extended coverage into Brooklyn, from hip and happening Williamsburg to leafy Fort Greene.
 
ILLUSTRATED FEATURES: Color features can be found throughout this guide, on landmarks including the Statue of Liberty, Ground Zero, the Metropolitan Museum of Art, the American Museum of Natural History, and Central Park. Neighborhood dining and shopping spotlights bring the vibrant city of New York to life.
 
INDISPENSABLE PLANNING TOOLS: Features on top attractions, free things to do, and what to do with kids make it extra easy to plan a vacation. Best Bets charts for restaurants and hotels; easy-to-read color neighborhood maps; and tips on buying Broadway tickets, sitting in a TV audience, or scouting out the best shopping give easy access to the best New York City has to offer.
 
DISCERNING RECOMMENDATIONS: Fodor's New York City offers savvy advice and recommendations from local writers to help travelers make the most of their time. Fodor's Choice designates our best picks, from hotels to nightlife. "Word of Mouth" quotes from fellow travelers provide valuable insights.
 
TRIPADVISOR REVIEWS: Our experts' hotel selections are reinforced by the latest customer feedback from TripAdvisor. Travelers can book their New York stay with confidence, as only the best properties make the cut.
 
ON-THE-GO MAP: A handy take-along companion map of New York City gives travelers essential information about top attractions, walking tours, and nearby dining so they can travel with confidence.
 
ABOUT FODOR'S AUTHORS: Each Fodor's Travel Guide is researched and written by local experts.