Superheroes in American Comics Once Saved the World Here

It's often said that in movies, superheroes rely on wealth or mutation: the rich use gadgets, the poor rely on mutations. But whether it's the mutation-based Captain America and Spider-Man, or the gadget-reliant billionaire Iron Man, or the godlike Superman and X-Men, New York appears with exceptional frequency in superhero films. So beloved by superheroes and villains alike, what charm does this city hold? Follow Xiaolu City's steps to find out~

Empire State Building (Original ticket price ¥320, free with New York Pass, with priority access)

As New York's absolute landmark, the Empire State Building teamed up with the top representative of superheroes—Superman—in an unbeatable partnership. In the classic 1980 Superman film, Superman, though longing to be an ordinary human, was forced to restore his powers in a battle with the villain and accidentally knocked over the spire of the Empire State Building. At that critical moment, driven by his love for humanity, he successfully restored the spire and resolved to continue being a flying 'little reporter' for the safety of Earth.

As a perennial backdrop in films, the Empire State Building is no less legendary than the protagonist Superman. Completed in 1931 in just 410 days, it features a 360° open-air observation deck and nine art galleries, truly embodying the pinnacle of New York's prosperity and cultural heritage. Even today, having not visited the Empire State Building is like never having been to New York. Though no longer the city's highest point, it will forever remain the building New Yorkers are most proud of.

Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island Immigration Museum (Original ticket price ¥129, free with New York Pass)

Statue of Liberty Circle Line Sightseeing Cruise (Original ticket price ¥217, free with New York Pass)

City Cruise and Statue of Liberty Cruise (Original ticket price ¥315, free with New York Pass)

As New York's most famous cultural landmark, the Statue of Liberty has also collaborated with Superman. In the 1978 Superman film, Superman and his girlfriend flew around the Statue of Liberty, leaving a mark of love under the goddess's witness.

To many, the Statue of Liberty is the symbol of America. Inspired by the Roman goddess of freedom, Libertas, she holds a torch symbolizing liberty and a tablet inscribed with the date of independence, July 4, 1776. The seven spikes on her crown represent the seven continents, and her raised foot signifies escaping oppression and slavery.

The final battle of the first X-Men film also took place here. On the Statue of Liberty, representing freedom, the X-Men and Magneto made their own choices for the future of mutants.

Broadway and Times Square (Tour original price ¥245, free with New York Pass)

Similarly Marvel's top stars, the Avengers series, like X-Men, enjoys filming in New York. In the first Captain America film, Captain America wakes up after a century and runs from the hospital to Times Square. Amid the dazzling lights, he reluctantly accepts that he has missed so much time.

Located in Times Square, Broadway theater is the殿堂 of American musical culture. In the third old Spider-Man film, Mary Jane worked at a Broadway theater. For stage actors, success on Broadway is the greatest affirmation of their acting career.

Central Park Walking Tour (Tour original price ¥245, free with New York Pass)

Central Park Movie Locations Tour (Tour original price ¥189, free with New York Pass)

Central Park Bike Tour (Tour original price ¥315, free with New York Pass)

Covering 843 acres, Central Park is one of the most popular parks in the world. Spider-Man once parted ways here with his beloved Mary Jane, and Thor also returned to Asgard with Loki from here. Joy and sorrow, love and hate—Central Park has witnessed the lives of many New Yorkers. Explore Central Park, admire its beautiful plants and flowers, visit the filming locations of many famous movies and TV shows, and experience the daily life of New Yorkers.

Marvel & DC Superhero Tour (Tour original price ¥245, free with New York Pass)

Just a few iconic movie scenes can't satisfy a true superhero comic fan. Don't miss New York's Publisher's Row, where you can learn interesting facts about the filming of Marvel and DC movies, visit the locations of iconic scenes, and immerse yourself in the vast comic universe, touring studios and reviewing the origins of superhero characters.

When visiting New York, follow in the footsteps of these legendary characters and witness firsthand the city's extraordinary status in the comic world.

Go City invites you to New York to fulfill your dream of a hero saving the world.