About New York’s Financial District The New York Stock Exchange and the New York Federal Reserve are there. The World Trade Center stood in the Financial District until the terror attacks of 9/11. The heart of the Financial District is most often considered to be Wall Street and also Broad Street, most professionals will book an exclusive
shuttle ride from JFK or LGA directly here in advance to avoid the pitfalls of last minute bookings.
Until recent times, it was strictly business for day traders and other financial employment, now there are a growing number of residences popping up. There is a slew of tourist attractions and sight-seeing locations in the immediate area. Wall Street is a popular attraction; The South Street Seaport Historic District, the New York City Police Museum and the Museum of American Finance are all located here. One World Trade Center is the fourth largest building in the United States. The construction was completed in May of 2013.
Double Tree Inn, Hampton Inn and the Millenium Hilton are just a few of the hotels located in the financial area. These are all first class hotels that offer beauty, comfort, phenomenal guest service and other amenities for guests who stay at their locations. The choice of restaurants is too numerous to mention all available. The cuisine ranges from American, Italian, Chinese and Korean to Thai, Vegetarian, Vegan, French and Indian. There is numerous food trucks located throughout the area, where hungry visitors can have a taste without missing any sights.
No trip is complete without visiting some of the many historic locations located in the financial district. Stops at The Sphere, which is a monument that used to stand at the World Trade Center; the Charging Bull, which is a symbol that most Americans understand. Of course, visitors from all over the world pause for a time to remember those we lost at Ground Zero. When one is looking for a place to relax, the Atrium at 60 Wall Street is the place to go.