Filled with as much great art and history as many museums, the New York Public Library is a great stop on a day where your schedule isn't swamped. Step inside & discover all the hidden gems it holds.
Designed by Wallace Kirkman Harrison who also designed the UN HQ. Auditorium seats 3800. 21 chandeliers are gifts from Austrian govt. Met Tiles on seat backs allow for translation. More info in blog. Read more.
Designed by Modernist master Mies van der Rohe, it has a Koons Balloon Dog sculpture in its lobby and the Four Seasons restaurant (for which Rothko made paintings) off to one side.
The crowning sculpture was restored after the chariot's figure fell out in 1976.
The Enid A. Haupt Conservatory offers an acre of plants from around the world under America's largest glasshouse. It's the perfect winter escape.
Portions of five medieval French cloisters were combined to create this treasure that is run by the Met. Make sure to visit the "unicorn tapestry," which made a guest appearance in "Harry Potter."
This is the most beautiful & stunningly designed building in Manhattan – New York’s only Frank Gehry. It’s especially amazing at night.http://bit.ly/cNK0nS
Take the Stage Door Tour to see the 20-foot-high domed ceilings and Art Deco flourishes of Roxy’s Suite, built for vaudeville producer Samuel Lionel “Roxy” Rothafel. Read more.
Go here late at night and just sit on the sundial, take in the architecture and relax. If you need a bathroom, ask a security guard, they'll let you into the law school.
The largest "GOTHIC" Cathedral in the world, not the largest Cathedral! Think of Dracula's castle when thinking "Gothic Cathedral"...
Designed by architect Emery Roth in 1929. Italian Renaissance style. Prices range from $2.5MM-$31MM (w/maximum allowable financing of 50%). Famous tenants include Jerry Seinfeld. More info in our blog Read more.
Only Louis Sullivan building in New York City; one of the first steel skeleton skyscrapers
The best concert auditorium in NYC hosts the world’s greatest orchestras, instrumentalists and singers. Lately, prominent world-music acts and even rock bands have been added to the mix. Read more.
The best place to forget that you’re in NYC is crammed with gardens, forests and other quiet nooks that are perfect for chilling out. No visit here is complete without a stop by the Cloisters. Read more.
Look west to see the august face of the Statue of Liberty in New York Harbor, or stop at the northern end of the island to gaze at lower Manhattan and the recently topped-off One World Trade Center. Read more.
This unique 34 floor skyscraper was completed in 1986 and was once home to Bernard L. Madoff Investment Securities on the 17th through 19th floors.
Perfect for visitors and locals alike. Learn about the rich history of NYC through photos, film, and actual living spaces.
Expect long lines and expensive drinks – although we love the Bloody Mother. However, you’ll be rewarded with fantastic 360-degree views and, maybe, a dip in the pool.
First cathedral of the Armenian Apostolic Church constructed in North America. Named for 5th-century martyr who fought to preserve Armenian Christianity. Doors at main entrance depict Saint Vartan.
1902 95 foot tall monument dedicated to New Yorkers who participated in Civil War. Original design titled "Temple of Fame" based upon Choragic Monument in Athens. Learn more about site via our blog. Read more.
A great time to visit the top of this skyscraper is 30 minutes before sundown, when the sky displays an array of colors and you are able to see the lights coming alive all around NYC.
One of the City's best spots to people watch. Go on a Saturday afternoon, check out the busy Farmer's Market, and chuckle at some of the interesting characters you're bound to see.
Cass Gilbert designed Customhouse for New York Harbor; now part of the Smithsonian Institution
In 1938, workmen laid down a new 2,295-square-foot rug in the lobby, “stopping only to extricate a workman who had fallen into its folds.” Read more.
Take a tour with On Location Tours to learn about the many romantic movie scenes and TV shows filmed here and throughout the park.
Oldest synagogue in continuous use in NYC. Designed by Henry Fernbach 1st prominent Jewish architect. On 8/28/98 5-alarm fire started by worker's blow torch almost claimed site. Full history via<LINK> Read more.
An ornate-amazing Gothic reredos (the carved screen behind the altar) is supposedly the biggest in the world. Right under the central crucifix, look for St. Thomas kneeling at Christ's feet.
Bldg was originally built in 1928 by Abraham Lefcourt who built much of Garment District. Site was purchased in 1930 by the International Telephone and Telegraph Company. Full site history here<LINK> Read more.
Despite iconic status in 1987 New Yorkers voted as bldg they would most like destroyed in NYC. Each letter atop weighs nearly 4000 lbs. Seen in movies like Catch Me If You Can.More site info via<LINK> Read more.
Our favorite way to get across: taking the M train, where there's cell service and great views!
Go for their signature Schnitzel Burger. Get it with the pesto mayo and Yukon gold french fries on the side.
Barbecue Pulled Pork Wafel. Al Roker called this 'the best pulled pork on the East Coast'
We loved the Mercedes Bratwurst Sandwich here. We also liked the Skoda (Chicken / Aplenwurst) sandwich, but anything from the German car-themed menu is fantastic here.
Gourmet sausages wrapped in a fresh baguette with half a dozen yummy sauce options such as Horseradish Mustard and Truffle Gruyere.
Clean and friendly Russian-Turkish Banya filled with Russians eating, day-drinking vodka and enjoying the hot and cold baths. Come for the Russian Bath Party.
Escape the cold and have a fancy drink next to the roaring fire! The prices are a bit steep, but it's all about the swanky location.
Feel like a kid again as you’re dwarfed by the T-Rex and the Blue Whale or just surrounded magically by butterflies. It’s entertaining and educational. Use the side entrance to cut the line.
The minime fried chicken sandwich is a must get! The chicken was super juicy and a relatively large portion too. Comes in a cafeteria style aluminum bag and tray.
Peer into the lobby and be prepared to be impressed by the grandeur. One of the oldest skyscrapers. NEW: You can finally take tours with architect's daughter http://woolworthtours.com/.
