New York City is rich with tourist attractions. It's not so much a matter of having attractions to visit, it's more about having enough time to see the things you want to see. In this article, I will cover some of the best strategies involved when seeing New York tourist attractions.

Let's start with some of the essentials that should be on your list of attractions to see. For man-made structures, you have the beautiful and patriotic Statue of Liberty, a truly breathtaking experience. Also, the staggering and second tallest skyscraper in the US, the Empire State building. Fly up the 86 floors in a high-speed elevator, so you can look out over the city from the observation deck.

One beautiful natural structure that no one should miss is the Niagara Falls. This is one of the most popular attractions in New York City. Also, the beautiful and history rich Ellis Island, which is home to the Statue of Liberty, is a must to visit and explore as well.

What about places where the people congregate? Be sure to wander around Times Square and Central Park. Times Square will catch your eye with all its animation and neon signs, as well as the different types of commerce and fast pace buzzing in the air. Central Park is a great place to take a ride in a horse and carriage, or simply relax and enjoy the surroundings. And if you get bored, make sure to visit the Central Park zoo while you are there.

There are a number different ways you can see sites in New York. You can go on a boat tour, helicopter tours, travel by foot or even take bus tours. Helicopter tours are not as expensive as you think -- sometimes they are as cheap as $75 per person, and last around 20 minutes per tour.

Boat tours are a great way for you to see sites in New York that you cannot access by traveling on land. Also, there are great hop in/hop out taxi boat services that double as both a tour and way to get from one place to the next.

Shopping in New York City is a breathtaking experience. Saks on Fifth Avenue is so big that you can get lost while going through all 10 levels of the shopping room floors. They boast one of the best men's departments in the entire world! Also, stop by DeBeers to check out the different jewelry available, and to see the famous 203 carat flawless stone!

Other things you should add to your list of New York tourist attractions are Broadway shows, fashion shows, and fine dining establishments. The most talented Broadway performers in the nation can be found in New York, and the New York fashion week fashion shows have revolutionized the industry. As far as eating is concerned, head down to the Greenwich Village and have your pick of different restaurants with both tasty cuisine and a wonderful atmosphere.

If you're going to be in New York City for five to nine days, consider purchasing a New York City Pass. This will allow you to save 50% on specific New York tourist attractions, like visits to certain museums as well as different eating establishments. It also helps cut down on the time you wait in lines when you're visiting different tourist attractions. You can purchase these on the Internet, as well as get more information about the different attractions a New York City Pass covers.

If you're going to see all the New York tourist attractions that are available and suit your interest, it is a must that you plan ahead. Look at the different touring options that are available to you, and consider the different types of attractions that you must see when you visit New York. Use some of the suggestions above as a starting point to brainstorm your list of New York tourist attractions to see.