Treinreis New York - Chicago

Über das Reiseziel: New York City is an international metropolis built on the shoulders of immigrants and their descendants. New York City is home to eight million people, and the city receives more than 50 million visitors per year. Your New York City tour should include sampling the food of hundreds of different cultures, and you can explore it easily on foot, by taxi, or via the famous subway system. A gift from the French people to the American people, the Statue of Liberty is a universal symbol of freedom and the city’s most famous landmark. Wall Street acts as the heart of big business being the home of the New York Stock Exchange. The Empire State Building looms over the Big Apple as the second-tallest building in the city, with the nearby Chrysler Building also dominates the landscape. Nearby is the headquarters of United Nations overlooking the East River and Grand Central Terminal, one of the busiest train stations in the world. No New York sightseeing is complete without a visit to Times Square. Take in its billboards, its many people, and its food, then cross over to Central Park, which comprises 850 acres of lakes and meadows, where to get away from the city buzz. You also have your pick of art and history museums, as well as the Reflecting Absence Memorial and Museum, where you can pay your respects to the victims of 9/11. Even though Manhattan houses most of the city’s landmarks, each of the districts of the city has its unique and distinctive personality worth exploring. From the historic streets of Brooklyn to Queens’s international cuisine, there is something for every type of person in the city. Most of all, New York is a city to have fun and indulge oneself. So, enjoy yourself, and get ready to take a bite out of the Big Apple. New York City has everything for everyone: architecture, art, cuisine, entertainment, shopping. It's all here.

Über das Reiseziel: Boston is the capital and largest city of the state of Massachusetts. One of the oldest cities in the United States, Boston was founded in 1630 by Puritan colonists from England and it is still considered the most European of the United States cities. Boston Common and Gardens is one of the city’s main attraction and is the starting point for Freedom Trail, dating back to 1634. This central public park is loved by locals as well as visitors. The Massachusetts State Building, with its gold dome, cannot be missed. It is the seat of the Massachusetts government. Faneuil Hall constructed in 1742, was an important meeting hall. Today there's a market that offers many places to eat and shop. A famous historical neighbourhood of Boston is Beacon Hill, amidst its well preserved streets, you will feel like you've gone back in time. Trinity Church is said to be one of the greatest buildings in the country and is well worth a visit. Worldwide famous and considered to be the world's greatest academic institution, Harvard University offers tours of its campus to soak in the wonderful ambiance. Many important buildings with diverse architecture styles are located at Copley Square. It is also the site of the Boston Marathon's finish line. Boston is the perfect city for history lovers. Boston's rich colonial and Revolutionary history bring visitors to this city all year round. Exploring Boston on foot allows for new and exciting sights and adventures with every step. Each neighbourhood of Boston is different and has its own distinct style and culture.

Über das Reiseziel: Buffalo is a city situated in the US state of New York. It is the second largest city in the state and is located on the west, in the area known as Western New York area. It is also the county of Erie. As its nickname indicates "City of Good Neighbors" it is a city with a very hospitable and friendly atmosphere. Some tourist attractions in the city are the Victorian mansions that can be found throughout the city. For lovers of art and culture it is essential to visit the Albright-Knox Art Gallery where you will find exhibitions of high level or children can go to Buffalo Museum of Science where they will learn all about science. Another important monument is the Buffalo City Hall building which is the seat of government of art deco, the observatory has about 30 plants where you can see spectacular views of the city. Nature lovers should visit the Botanical Gardens in Buffalo with its Victorian-style greenhouse, or the Zoological Gardens where you can enjoy from polar bear, to buffalo and gorillas and their rainforest. Don´t leave the city without trying the Buffalo chicken wings which are originate from here. Buffalo is definitely original and full of friendly and ideal for city people to visit with the family.

Über das Reiseziel: Cleveland ist eine Stadt, die zum US-Bundesstaat Ohio gehört und der Verwaltungssitz des Cuyahoga County ist. Es ist eine Arbeiterstadt und ein klares Beispiel für städtische Erneuerung, da die Stadt von Schulden geplagt und in eine ernsthafte Krise geraten war. Aber vor Jahren haben sie die Stadt gebaut, modifiziert, Parks und Kanäle angelegt, um schließlich eine der lebenswertesten Städte in den Vereinigten Staaten zu werden. Kunst- und Kulturliebhaber sollten das berühmte Museum of Art Cleveland besuchen. Es ist das Museum für bildende Kunst und Archäologie der Stadt und gehört landesweit zu den angesehensten, mit über 500.000 Besuchern pro Jahr. Dort finden Sie Werke von Rembrandt bis Van Gogh. Wer sich für den Kauf von frischen Lebensmitteln interessiert, sollte den West Side Market besuchen, der ein großer Markt mit Lebensmitteln aller Art ist. Musikliebhaber sollten die Rock and Roll Hall of Fame und das Museum besuchen, das spektakulär ist. Kinder können sowohl den Zoo als auch das Aquarium der Stadt besuchen, wo Sie alle Arten von Tieren finden. Cleveland ist auch eine sehr sportliche Stadt, die Baseball-, Basketball-, Hockey- und Fußballteams hat. Einer der weltweit bekannten Superstars ist Lebron James, aktueller Spieler der Cleveland Cavaliers. Derzeit sind die Kombination von Innovation und Tradition zum Markenzeichen von Cleveland geworden. Es ist zweifellos eine Stadt mit einer sehr angenehmen Atmosphäre, ideal für einen Besuch mit der Familie.

Über das Reiseziel: Toledo ist eine Stadt und der Verwaltungssitz des Lucas County, Ohio, Vereinigte Staaten. Toledo liegt im Nordwesten von Ohio, am westlichen Ende des Eriesees, an der Grenze zum Bundesstaat Michigan. Die Stadt wurde 1833 von US-Bürgern am westlichen Ufer des Maumee River gegründet und ursprünglich als Teil des Monroe County, Michigan Territory, eingegliedert. Sie wurde 1837, nach Abschluss des Toledo-Krieges, neu gegründet, als sie in Ohio eingegliedert wurde. Nach dem Bau des Miami und Erie Kanals wuchs Toledo schnell; es profitierte auch von seiner Lage an der Eisenbahnlinie zwischen New York City und Chicago. Seitdem ist es eine Stadt mit einer Kunstgemeinschaft, Auto-Montagebetrieben, Bildung, Gesundheitswesen und lokalen Sportteams geworden. Die Glasindustrie der Stadt hat ihr den Spitznamen "The Glass City" eingebracht. Die Bevölkerung von Toledo betrug laut der Volkszählung von 2010 287.208, was sie zur 71. größten Stadt in den Vereinigten Staaten macht. Es ist die viertgrößte Stadt im US-Bundesstaat Ohio nach Columbus, Cleveland und Cincinnati. Die Metropolregion Toledo hatte 2010 eine Bevölkerung von 651.429 und war die sechstgrößte Metropolregion im Bundesstaat Ohio, hinter Cleveland, Columbus, Cincinnati, Dayton und Akron.

Über das Reiseziel: Chicago, once a small trading post on Lake Michigan, has grown into one of the country’s most famous cities. Visit “The Windy City” and chow down on deep dish pizza for a truly unique vacation experience. Follow “The Loop,” the city’s primary business district, and marvel at its array of high-rise buildings, consulates, and universities. Shopping and fine dining abound in this area. If you’ve worn yourself out in the city proper, set a more sedate pace at the Riverwalk, a pedestrian path along the Chicago River, or visit the many museums and parks the city has to offer. You’ll never believe you’re actually downtown when you walk through the Garfield Park Conservatory, and the Art Institute of Chicago will allow you to appreciate creative works from around the world. The most important places to visit in Chicago are: the Willis Tower, an iconic symbol of the city, the Millennium Park, a great urban park, among the most famous landmarks of Chicago and a site for many major city events, the Shedd Aquarium, one of the world's largest aquariums. Called the front lawn of Chicago, the Grant Park is a wonderfully landscaped park and offers many sites for an urban escape, the Navy Pier, situated right on Lake Michigan, has a festive atmosphere with entertainment, shops and restaurants. No Chicago tour is complete without a mention of the nightlife, so close out your day at a jazz lounge and let the sweet sound of music carry you away.