LaGuardia Airport in Queens, New York has been operated by the New York and New Jersey port authorities since 1947. In 1960 it was voted the "best airport in the world" by the worldwide aviation community. 16 majorairlines serve LaGuardia, three commuter airlines, three cargo carriers and several air taxis.
LaGuardia maintains a free shuttle, and a host of shuttles to various surrounding areas. The M60 subway train runs between the airport and downtown Manhattan. There are a host of rental car companies including Hertz, Alamo, Budget, and Thrifty, busses, limousines and taxis.
In Flushing Meadows Park, there is a giant Unisphere. It features a panoramic view which has been a great place to hang out since the World's Fair in 1964. From this vantage point you can watch people jogging, skating, biking and playing soccer. The landmark is next door to the Queen's Art Museum.
Flushing Meadows is also home to the U.S. Open tennis tournament. Queens has always had great sports fans.
Queens is also the home of the New York Mets Shea Stadium. Admission to this ball park is less than at Yankee Stadium, there is plenty of parking and tailgating before the game is easier.
Another great place to hang out is the Bohemian Hall and Beer Garden in Astoria. Here guests find great Czech barbeque and food, they can washdown with icy pitchers of cold beer.
Top car rental suppliers such as Alamo, Thrifty, Avis, Hertz, Budget, Enterprise and Dollar operate here and we compare them to find you chep car rental in La Guardia. You can choose the model and make of your car including the style such as a hybrids, mini vans, trucks, convertibles, station wagons, suv's, coupes and sedans.