El July 4th,1776, delegates from the thirteen British colonies approved the Declaration of Independence, which comes to be, the official date of birth of the United States of America as a nation. Those fathers of the country, among whom were Benjamin Franklin or Thomas Jefferson, met in Philadelphia, but it is precisely in New York where you will best be able to experience the celebration of this anniversary.
The 4th of July is the national holiday of the American people, it is the day in which the already high patriotic fervor and the devotion for the stars and stripes that its people feel reaches its maximum expression. All places are decorated for the occasion, and New York was not going to be less. Here the 4th of July is commemorated with one of the most spectacular fireworks castles that you will be able to contemplate in your life.
The famous chain of stores Macy's sponsors this approximately 30 minute show, which each year usually has a different theme, and that is why it always surprises. Since 1958, fires have been fired from various points, usually over the Hudson River, but high enough to be visible from as much of the city as possible. Now, we are going to talk about some of the best places to see it.
Without a doubt, one of the best places to enjoy fireworks is in the gardens of Governors Island, but there are also the Hudson river park, or from the side of New Jersey. It all depends on the exact point from which the fires are launched and how early you arrive, as there will be millions of people like you with the same goal.
Being a public holiday, most places are closed. The 4th of July is not a day for excursions, It's a day to feel like one more New Yorker, to go Central Park from beginning to end, and end the day with a picnic in any of the city parks. Of course, the days before the festive atmosphere is already experienced, and it is very possible to find good tourist offers and discounts in stores.
It is also a very important date to visit the city and the United States, so I urge you to prepare everything well in advance, otherwise you want to run out of place.