In our country, every state has a city that’s their most popular and well-known. But out of all our amazing American cities, there’s one that belongs on everyone’s ultimate bucket list. Known for being the city that never sleeps, there’s always something to do and see in the Big Apple – helping to justify why you should take a vacation here.

Keep scrolling to look at these jaw-dropping pictures that will instantly make you want to plan a trip to New York City!

1. With a skyline that's as iconic as New York's, this is one sight you'll need to see for yourself.
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2. Possibly New York's most recognizable bridge, everyone needs to go for a stroll over the Brooklyn Bridge.
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3. Covering over 840 acres of New York City, there's so much worth seeing in Central Park.
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4. You can visit plenty of places that you'll recognize from your favorite films and TV shows, like the Bethesda Fountain.
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5. A photographer's paradise, New York City is simply electrifying.
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6. You'll even find an actual castle hidden away within Central Park by Turtle Pond.
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7. Pay homage to a lost legend with a walk through Strawberry Fields.
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8. Lighting up the city, there's no other glow in the world like the beauty that is Times Square.
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9. And our fast-food joints are even lit up for all to see!
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10. In the City That Never Sleeps, you'll always find something going on no matter what time of day it is in New York.
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11. The fourth largest public library in the entire world, the New York Public Library is every bibliophile's dream.
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12. With art decorating the city everywhere, from our High Line you'll have a view that gives you the perfect taste of New York.
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13. Elevated views are easy to come by in this city, giving you an extraordinary look at what's around you.
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14. And even the city's most morbid destinations are still some of its most magical.
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15. No matter how urban the setting, things like waterfalls are still never too far away.
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16. And you can even find full blown gardens within New York, like the Brooklyn Botanic Garden that's guaranteed to wow you.
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17. A reminder of our history, the One World Trade Center is a building in New York that every American should visit.
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18. An architectural masterpiece, The Oculus at the One World Trade Center is one of the city's most beautiful pathways.
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19. Another iconic location that just about anyone can recognize, Grand Central Terminal is an absolutely beautiful historical landmark.
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20. Speaking of trains, New York City's subway lines have some pretty stunning views.
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21. So, what are you waiting for? It's time to plan a trip to the Big Apple!
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Out of all of the cities that you’ve visited in America, which one has been your favorite? If you’ve already visited New York before, be sure to share your pictures in our comment section!

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