Guidebook for New York
Sightseeing
This is an incredible museum, steps from our home!
1623 locals recommend
American Museum of Natural History
200 Central Park WestThis is an incredible museum, steps from our home!
Strawberry Fields is in memory of John Lennon. The entrance to the memorial is directly across where Lennon lived and was murdered. It's often covered with flowers or people gathered to sing songs.
121 locals recommend
Strawberry Fields
West 72nd StreetStrawberry Fields is in memory of John Lennon. The entrance to the memorial is directly across where Lennon lived and was murdered. It's often covered with flowers or people gathered to sing songs.
Its the cultural hub of NYC, with the Philharmonic, Ballet and Opera house all surrounding a majestic water fountain.
621 locals recommend
Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts
Lincoln Center PlazaIts the cultural hub of NYC, with the Philharmonic, Ballet and Opera house all surrounding a majestic water fountain.
The New-York Historical Society has a mission to explore the history of New York and the nation through art and history exhibitions and public programs. Pretty great way to learn the history of NYC!
75 locals recommend
New-York Historical Society Museum & Library
170 Central Park WestThe New-York Historical Society has a mission to explore the history of New York and the nation through art and history exhibitions and public programs. Pretty great way to learn the history of NYC!
The Metropolitan Museum of Art, located in New York City, is the largest art museum in the United States, and one of the ten largest in the world, with the most significant art collections.
2653 locals recommend
The Metropolitan Museum of Art
1000 5th AveThe Metropolitan Museum of Art, located in New York City, is the largest art museum in the United States, and one of the ten largest in the world, with the most significant art collections.
Such beautiful views of the city, AND perfect path for a run/jog with its 1.5 mile path around the reservoir.
142 locals recommend
Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis Reservoir
Such beautiful views of the city, AND perfect path for a run/jog with its 1.5 mile path around the reservoir.
Great views of Manhattan. In the winter, they have a lovely iceskating rink!
264 locals recommend
Rockefeller Plaza
Rockefeller PlazaGreat views of Manhattan. In the winter, they have a lovely iceskating rink!
Food Scene
If you have a sweet-tooth, this is the best spot to get amazing coffee. Great hangout area on second floor for either work or relaxation.
17 locals recommend
Aroma
161 West 72nd StreetIf you have a sweet-tooth, this is the best spot to get amazing coffee. Great hangout area on second floor for either work or relaxation.
Looking to eat affordably and try something unique? Hummus place serves amazing food; vegetarian style!
45 locals recommend
Hummus Place
305 Amsterdam AveLooking to eat affordably and try something unique? Hummus place serves amazing food; vegetarian style!
Best milk shakes!! Shake Shack is a modern day 'roadside' burger stand serving the most delicious burgers, fries, hot dogs, frozen custard, beer, wine and more!
993 locals recommend
Shake Shack
Madison AvenueBest milk shakes!! Shake Shack is a modern day 'roadside' burger stand serving the most delicious burgers, fries, hot dogs, frozen custard, beer, wine and more!
Choose from an array of 16 different frozen yoghurt options and as many toppings - great for a summer treat!
116 locals recommend
16 Handles
153 2nd AveChoose from an array of 16 different frozen yoghurt options and as many toppings - great for a summer treat!
Blossom on Columbus
507 Columbus AveVegan? Vegetarian? Yummy vegetarian options to nosh on here!
Rated one of the best cookies in the city, Lavain is a must try!
215 locals recommend
Levain Bakery - 74th Street
167 W 74th StRated one of the best cookies in the city, Lavain is a must try!
Lime Leaf
128 W 72nd StGreat, reasonably priced, thai food!
Absolute Bagels
2788 BroadwayNYC famous bagels! (cash only though)
A beautiful cafe with lots of desserts. Also famous for its appearance in the movie You've Got Mail!
104 locals recommend
Cafe Lalo
201 W 83rd StA beautiful cafe with lots of desserts. Also famous for its appearance in the movie You've Got Mail!
Fred's
476 Amsterdam AveWe love Fred's for brunch! They have great pancakes!
Best Pizza Experience! If you want to try a unique pizza, grab a slice, walk to union square, sit on the steps, and watch NYC go by!
426 locals recommend
Artichoke Basille's Pizza
321 E 14th StBest Pizza Experience! If you want to try a unique pizza, grab a slice, walk to union square, sit on the steps, and watch NYC go by!
A pretty decent place for coffee in the UWS if you're a fan of well crafted cups of joe
109 locals recommend
Irving Farm New York
224 W 79th StA pretty decent place for coffee in the UWS if you're a fan of well crafted cups of joe
Rated best brunch in manhattan! http://gothamist.com/2013/10/23/best_brunch_nyc.php
239 locals recommend
Jacob's Pickles
509 Amsterdam AveRated best brunch in manhattan! http://gothamist.com/2013/10/23/best_brunch_nyc.php
Essentials
Trader Joe's
715 River RdGreat prices, great options! Its our go to grocery store!
Pioneer Supermarkets
380 Malcolm X BlvdLocated down the street from us, this is quite convenient!
You can get anything here! But its recommended you get fresh vegetables and fruits from the fruit sellers.
185 locals recommend
Fairway Market 74th Street
2131 BroadwayYou can get anything here! But its recommended you get fresh vegetables and fruits from the fruit sellers.
A deli with specialty food (especially bagels, olives and cheese). It's also quite famous - it was in movies like You've Got Mail and a bunch of other movies and tv shows.
205 locals recommend
Zabar's
2245 BroadwayA deli with specialty food (especially bagels, olives and cheese). It's also quite famous - it was in movies like You've Got Mail and a bunch of other movies and tv shows.
Shopping
The complex hosts the Shops at Columbus Circle, Jazz at Lincoln Center, the New York City studio headquarters of CNN, the Trump Tower, with the and picturesque noted steel globe.
377 locals recommend
Columbus Circle
Columbus CircleThe complex hosts the Shops at Columbus Circle, Jazz at Lincoln Center, the New York City studio headquarters of CNN, the Trump Tower, with the and picturesque noted steel globe.
Arts & Culture
Carnegie Hall
Wonderful world reknown shows within walking distance
The Ailey Studios
405 W 55th StHands down the best dance troupe I've ever seen!