21st birthday to remember

We are bringing our son to NYC on the 5th of April to celebrate his 21st birthday - 6th April (we are also bringing my parents in law and my son%26#39;s best friend) It is a complete surprise, he knows nothing about it but as it has alsways been his dream we would like to make it as memorable as it possibly can be. Any suggestions for a perfect day that will also suit 3 generations?

21st birthday to remember

How about a helicopter ride, there a few websites offering tours of the city. I took a helicopter around the liberty for my 21st birthday and i was amazing

21st birthday to remember

Thanks Nikki, that%26#39;s a really good idea, can you recommend any particular site?

Lunch or dinner at the River Cafe rivercafe.com

What does he like in particular?

Hi Nywhiz, He%26#39;s just about to Graduate from University with a degree in Multi Media design, his taste seems to me to be typical for his age and career choice. Food wise its steak, pizza etc and he is very keen on beer and bars (what student isn%26#39;t?!) but he despises pretension of any kind although he is trendy. Does that make any sense? He has had a passion to visit NYC since he was a child and so will want to see all the famous sights and, as a film buff, would be keen to see film locations etc. Thanks for your help

Mine was booked with http://www.allnewyorktours.com/

I had no problems at all with this company i%26#39;d strongly recommend it.

If he%26#39;s into movies etc, why not go to lunch in Times Sq at Bubba Gump Shrimp Co, which has been created from the Forest Gump movie. Food here is typically american and they offer some great drink choices. I really loved it here.

I still think the River Cafe is a once in a lifetime experience.

If he%26#39;s a film buff and loves NY I%26#39;d assume he knows Woody Allen movies. WAllen uses the Manhattan skyline view from the Brooklyn Heights Promenade (not far from the River Cafe.) so you must go there. I%26#39;ll do some more thinking.

Elliebelly....there%26#39;s a family style restaurant in Little Italy called Puglia%26#39;s that is alot of fun with upbeat groups who are looking to celebrate. For a nominal fee, maybe 20-30, they%26#39;ll give you different italian dishes while serving you pitchers of beer %26amp; wine. They just keep it coming. They also have this elvis looking impersonator that keeps the diners entertained and waiving their napkins in the air. It%26#39;s really only fun for dinner. Always had a good time there.

Don%26#39;t forget the Roosevelt Island tram for great views of the 59th Street Bridge (featured in the new Spiderman movie and in the opening scene of Woody Allen%26#39;s Manhattan. Brooklyn Heights and Bridge is guaranteed to take anyone%26#39;s breath away (no matter how old) and don%26#39;t forget to visit Hersheys in Times Square and get a Happy Birthday message put up in lights for $4.99 - see here for details: www.hersheys.com/discover/timessquare.asp

Hope your son has a fabulous birthday - don%26#39;t forget to let everyone know that it is his special day - you%26#39;ll be amazed at the treatment you%26#39;ll get.

Nicci, nywhizz, Eddie, thank you so much for your I help, it is very much appreciated.

I am a Woody Allen fan so I too am looking forward to Brooklyn Bridge etc, John will love it, especially now we know where to get the proper view.

All three restaurants sound just what we are looking for, one all of us will like, one for the boys and one for the girls, perfect!

Incidentally, is it better to pre-book transport from the airport (JFK) or take our luck on the day?

Thank you MaidstoneNic, what a terrific idea, it would make his day to have his name in lights!