Always carry photographic ID when buying alcohol, proof of age is essential and bartenders will ask for ID from anyone who looks under 35.

The highline is a raised garden set on an old railway line. Start walking the highline near sunset, that way you get to experience it in day and night and at this time there are often street performers at this time.

A helicopter flight over the city is a great way to see the different areas of the city from above and help get your bearings.

It sounds obvious, but be sure to wear comfortable suitable shoes – you won’t want painful feet to cut your tour short!

For great food and drinks, head to the trendy Meat Packing district.

Download the Madame Tussauds app before you go and find out more about their latest figures. The app also takes you through different celebrity zones and tells you more about what’s in each of them.

Make sure you purchase your Central Park Ice Skating ticket before you go for guaranteed admission to Wollman Rink.

Pre-purchasing an Empire State Building Ticket can save as much as 30 minutes queuing time.

Some of the New York Dinner Cruises have a strict dress code and will not allow jeans or trainers, so make sure you check if your Cruise has recommended attire before you go!

Invest in the amazing Eat and Play Card; you get unlimited use for 30 days and can double your money back with just one use