The cool, crisp fall days were perfect for miles of walking and sight-seeing.
The Amtrak train ride is about three hours from the BWI station (30 minutes from our marina) to Penn Station in Midtown, close to Madison Square Garden and within walking distance to our hotel and so many 'must sees.' Trains are the best way to travel. No hassle --none! Just buy your ticket, pick your comfy coach seat, and relax and enjoy the view. Of course, commuters use Amtrak, so sometimes the trains are crowded.
But our train was not crowded. On a train, there's much more legroom, the seats are wider, and the aisles are wider than on a plane, plus the windows are bigger. Very enjoyable. Passengers do have to pay attention to ensure they depart the train at their chosen destination!
The fall colors have been gorgeous, and Central Park's fall foliage was reported to be so as well. And that it was. Our three day, two night trip included many hours within the one-half mile wide and two and one-half miles long Park, and we still only covered about half of the area. In addition to meandering trails accented with granite boulders, forests,a reservoir and several lakes, the Park is home to restaurants, gardens, museums and a zoo.
The Imagine Mosaic in Strawberry Fields, John Lennon's memorial in Central Park.
Remote Controlled Sailing!
We walked everywhere as we located other sights we wanted to see. The New York Public Library, the Empire State Building, Chrysler Building, Grand Central Terminal, Fifth Avenue -- oh what fun.
So much we didn't see, but that means another visit!
A few other favorites:
Top of Rockefeller Plaza - What a view
Remember the
Soup Nazi
from Seinfield?
But it was not yet open!
Beauty and grandeur in the New York Public Library, as well as extensive collections. I love libraries (and parks).
St. Patrick's CathedralHistorical, Gothic-style
Cathholic Church
We also were on the Plaza while the Today show was taping, but we were cold and too hungry to wait for Matt and the other anchors to join the crowd outside.
Grand Central Terminal
Transports thousands of commuters daily.
Lots of high-end restaurants and shops.
In the lobby of The Plaza Hotel, on our way to The Oak Room - martini time.
