Ride the Train
Amtrak is the leading rail carrier of passengers to and from points across the country in and out of New York City. It usually has some kind of deal or promotion going. For Amtrak information, call 1-800-USA-RAIL (872-7245) or visit the Web site at
Trains pull into Pennsylvania Station on the west side of Manhattan between Seventh and Eighth avenues just below Thirty-fourth Street. From there you'll easily be able to take a taxi or bus to your hotel. Penn Station is very busy and crowded, so be sure to keep an eye on your children and personal property at all times. Cabs are easily found on surrounding streets.
The Metro-North Railroad services areas in northern New York state and Connecticut. It departs from the Grand Central Terminal on East Forty-second Street at Park Avenue. For schedules and information, call 212-532-4900 or 1-800-638-7646, or visit
The world's largest underground museum of art is the Metropolitan Transit Authority Arts for Transit program. For two decades, as subway and commuter rail lines are rehabilitated, a portion of the funds has been allocated for the installation of permanent works of art. Major artists are commissioned to execute a wide array of works in ceramics, glass, bronze, terracotta, steel, aluminum, and stone. The best way to see the works is to buy a One-Day Fun Pass for unlimited use of the system. For more information, call 212-878-7250 or log onto
PATH (Port Authority Trans-Hudson) is a rapid-transit link between New York and New Jersey. It's really an interstate subway, and the final stop is located a block from Penn Station. The fare is $1.50, seniors $1, and kids under five are free.
