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NYC Faves in The Big Apple

1. Ellis Island

New York, NY
Island · 89 tips and reviews

American ExpressAmerican Express: American Express set up a foreign currency exchange office here in 1905 to help immigrants exchange their native currency for U.S. dollars.

Statue of Liberty is one of NYC Faves in The Big Apple.

2. Statue of Liberty

9.3
Liberty Island, New York, NY
Monument · 701 tips and reviews

3. Yankee Stadium

8.9
1 E 161st St (btwn Jerome & River Ave), Bronx, NY
Baseball Stadium · Concourse Village · 1157 tips and reviews

HISTORYHISTORY: The new stadium opened on April 2, 2009, when the Yankees hosted a workout day in front of fans from the Bronx community. The Yankees are the only team to inaugurate 2 stadiums with World Series wins.

4. Central Park

9.7
59th to 110th St (btwn 5th Ave & Central Park W), New York, NY
Park · Central Park · 1839 tips and reviews

TODAY ShowTODAY Show: Home to some of New York's most famous concerts. Diana Ross literally singing in the rain, Simon & Garfunkel, Garth Brooks and Dave Matthews Band have all played Central Park.

5. Rockefeller Center

9.1
Rockefeller Plaza (btwn W 49th & W 50th St), New York, NY
Plaza · Rockefeller Center · 847 tips and reviews

The New YorkerThe New Yorker: “In the bank at Rockefeller Plaza where he went to cash a check, the long-haired guard asked in a whisper if he could touch Mr. Zuckerman’s coat.” —Philip Roth, “Smart Money.” Read more.

6. Empire State Building

9.1
350 5th Ave (btwn 33rd & 34th St), New York, NY
Structure · Midtown Manhattan, New York, NY · 1173 tips and reviews

HISTORYHISTORY: The Empire State Building opened ahead of schedule in 1931 taking only one year and 45 days to build. It is currently the tallest building in NYC.

7. Statue of Liberty

9.3
Liberty Island, New York, NY
Monument · 701 tips and reviews

HuffPostHuffPost: The crown reopened in summer 2009 for the first time since 9/11 and will be open until 2011 when it is closed for renovations. Read more.

8. National September 11 Memorial

9.3
180 Greenwich St (btwn Liberty & Fulton St), New York, NY
Memorial Site · Financial District · 869 tips and reviews

HuffPostHuffPost: Today Queen Elizabeth plans to visit the site for the first time and will lay a wreath in tribute to the thousands who died in the 9/11 attack, including 67 Britons. Read more.

9. Chinatown

New York, NY
Neighborhood · 207 tips and reviews

The Wall Street JournalThe Wall Street Journal: A group of real-estate developers have commissioned a study to rethink Canal Street as they ratchet up a controversial effort to allow for taller buildings along Chinatown's main thoroughfare. Read more.

10. Circle Line Sightseeing Cruises

Pier 83 (at W 42nd St), New York, NY
Cruise · Hell's Kitchen · 145 tips and reviews

StewartStewart: Take the 3 hour cruise to see awesome parts of the Island. Stand at the bow at thr boat for the calmest ride and easiest photographs.

11. Brooklyn Bridge

9.5
Brooklyn Bridge, New York, NY
Bridge · 1012 tips and reviews

HISTORYHISTORY: The Brooklyn Bridge was completed in 1883. It was the longest suspension bridge in the world from its opening until 1903 and the first steel-wire suspension bridge.

12. Times Square

8.5
Broadway & 7th Ave (btwn W 42nd & 47th St), New York, NY
Plaza · Theater District · 2356 tips and reviews

HISTORYHISTORY: This area was originally named Longacre Square but was renamed in 1904 when the NY Times moved to the skyscraper now known as One Times Square at 42nd St., famous for the Times Square Ball drop.

Solomon R. Guggenheim Museum is one of NYC Faves in The Big Apple.

13. Solomon R. Guggenheim Museum

8.7
1071 5th Ave (at E 89th St), New York, NY
Art Museum · Carnegie Hill · 567 tips and reviews
Ellis Island Immigration Museum is one of NYC Faves in The Big Apple.

14. Ellis Island Immigration Museum

8.7
Ellis Island, Jersey City, NJ
History Museum · Ellis Island · 166 tips and reviews
Battery Park is one of NYC Faves in The Big Apple.

15. Battery Park

9.2
Battery Pl (at State St), New York, NY
Park · Financial District · 302 tips and reviews
South Street Seaport is one of NYC Faves in The Big Apple.

16. South Street Seaport

8.9
South St (Pier 17), New York, NY
Harbor or Marina · Financial District · 225 tips and reviews
Little Italy is one of NYC Faves in The Big Apple.

17. Little Italy

New York, NY
Neighborhood · 121 tips and reviews
Washington Square Park is one of NYC Faves in The Big Apple.

18. Washington Square Park

9.5
W 4th St (btwn MacDougal St & University Pl), New York, NY
Park · Greenwich Village · 711 tips and reviews
Madame Tussauds is one of NYC Faves in The Big Apple.

19. Madame Tussauds

8.4
234 W 42nd St (btwn 7th & 8th Ave), New York, NY
Museum · Theater District · 238 tips and reviews
Union Square Park is one of NYC Faves in The Big Apple.

20. Union Square Park

9.1
Union Sq E/W & Broadway (btwn E 14th & E 17th St), New York, NY
Park · Union Square · 565 tips and reviews
Bryant Park is one of NYC Faves in The Big Apple.

21. Bryant Park

9.5
W 42nd St (btwn 5th & 6th Ave), New York, NY
Park · Midtown · 1230 tips and reviews
New York Public Library - Stephen A. Schwarzman Building is one of NYC Faves in The Big Apple.

22. New York Public Library - Stephen A. Schwarzman Building

9.2
476 5th Ave (at W 42nd St), New York, NY
Library · Midtown East · 528 tips and reviews
Columbus Circle is one of NYC Faves in The Big Apple.

23. Columbus Circle

8.6
Columbus Cir (Broadway & 8th Ave), New York, NY
Plaza · 232 tips and reviews
Grand Central Terminal is one of NYC Faves in The Big Apple.

24. Grand Central Terminal

9.0
87 E 42nd St (btwn Vanderbilt & Park Ave), New York, NY
Rail Station · 1470 tips and reviews
Metropolitan Museum of Art is one of NYC Faves in The Big Apple.

25. Metropolitan Museum of Art

9.5
1000 5th Ave (btwn E 80th & E 84th St), New York, NY
Art Museum · 1961 tips and reviews
American Museum of Natural History is one of NYC Faves in The Big Apple.

26. American Museum of Natural History

9.2
200 Central Park W (btwn W 77th & W 81st St), New York, NY
Science Museum · Upper West Side · 1398 tips and reviews
St. Patrick's Cathedral is one of NYC Faves in The Big Apple.

27. St. Patrick's Cathedral

9.5
14 E 51st St (at 5th Ave), New York, NY
Church · 305 tips and reviews
Museum of Modern Art (MoMA) is one of NYC Faves in The Big Apple.

28. Museum of Modern Art (MoMA)

9.3
11 W 53rd St (btwn 5th & 6th Ave), New York, NY
Art Museum · Midtown East · 1870 tips and reviews

29. John Paul Jones Park ('Cannonball Park')

8.1
10108 4th Ave (101st St.), Brooklyn, NY
Park · Bay Ridge · 10 tips and reviews

pohenpohen: enjoy the breeze beside the river

30. UNO Pizzeria & Grill

9201 4th Ave, Brooklyn, NY
American Restaurant · Bay Ridge · 23 tips and reviews

pohenpohen: like enjoy their MahiMahi fisch cusine

31. Top of the Rock Observation Deck

9.3
30 Rockefeller Plz (btwn 5th & 6th Ave), New York, NY
Scenic Lookout · Rockefeller Center · 881 tips and reviews

Andres P.Andres P: great views, get a $2 off coupon on 50th street entrance

32. Mars 2112

1633 Broadway (btwn 50th & 51st St.), New York, NY
American Restaurant · Theater District · 34 tips and reviews

Andres P.Andres P: this place probably was nice 10 years ago, now or just looks like and old arcdade

33. Toloache

8.6
251 W 50th St (at 8th Ave), New York, NY
Mexican Restaurant · Theater District · 395 tips and reviews

Andres P.Andres P: Try the guacamole, ask for extra cilantro

34. Liberty Harbour Tour Cruise

Hanger 3 Battery Park, New York, NY
Boat or Ferry · Financial District · 5 tips and reviews

Andres P.Andres P: sit on the right hand side of the ferry to see the statue on your way

35. Statue of Liberty

9.3
Liberty Island, New York, NY
Monument · 701 tips and reviews

Andres P.Andres P: make your reservations to get to the crown 3 or 4 months in advance, or just the base at least 3 weeks in advance

New York Hilton Midtown is one of NYC Faves in The Big Apple.

36. New York Hilton Midtown

7.1
1335 Avenue of the Americas (btwn W 53rd & W 54th St), New York, NY
Hotel · Theater District · 261 tips and reviews
The Crooked Knife is one of NYC Faves in The Big Apple.

37. The Crooked Knife

29 E 30th St (btw Park & Madison), New York, NY
Pub · NoMad · 98 tips and reviews
NY.TV is one of NYC Faves in The Big Apple.

38. NY.TV

318 W 39th St, New York, NY
Office · Hell's Kitchen · 1 tip
Top of The Standard is one of NYC Faves in The Big Apple.

39. Top of The Standard

8.8
848 Washington St (at W 13th St), New York, NY
Roof Deck · Meatpacking District · 313 tips and reviews
Central Park is one of NYC Faves in The Big Apple.

40. Central Park

9.7
59th to 110th St (btwn 5th Ave & Central Park W), New York, NY
Park · Central Park · 1839 tips and reviews

41. Kitchenette

156 Chambers St (btw Greenwich & W Broadway), New York, NY
American Restaurant · Tribeca · 120 tips and reviews

Bergdorf GoodmanBergdorf Goodman: It's a BG New York City Secret! Stacey Bendet of Alice + Olivia takes her daughter here for 'special cookies.'

NY.TV is one of NYC Faves in The Big Apple.

42. NY.TV

318 W 39th St, New York, NY
Office · Hell's Kitchen · 1 tip

43. The Cloisters

9.2
99 Margaret Corbin Dr (at Fort Tryon Pl), New York, NY
Museum · Hudson Heights · 250 tips and reviews

Bergdorf GoodmanBergdorf Goodman: It's a BG New York City Secret! After a browsing over 3,000 pieces of medieval art, pack a picnic & enjoy the sunset over the Hudson River Read more.

44. Red Rooster Harlem

8.7
310 Malcolm X Blvd (btwn W 125th & W 126th St), New York, NY
Southern Food Restaurant · 552 tips and reviews

Bergdorf GoodmanBergdorf Goodman: It's the latest obsession in our Creative Department; they simply can't stop talking about the Mac & Greens and The Cat's Meow. We'll be sure to see you again up-up-town...

45. Conservatory Garden

9.5
1231 5th Ave (at 105th St), New York, NY
Garden · Central Park · 66 tips and reviews

Bergdorf GoodmanBergdorf Goodman: It's a BG New York City Secret! Milly's Michelle Smith loves popping in during Spring when all of the tulips have sprouted. Read more.

46. Café Sabarsky

8.5
1048 5th Ave (at E 86th St), New York, NY
Austrian Restaurant · Upper East Side · 115 tips and reviews

Bergdorf GoodmanBergdorf Goodman: It's a BG New York City Secret! Akris designer Albert Kriemler has been coming here to eat breakfast for 30 years. Read more.

47. Pies 'n' Thighs

8.9
166 S 4th St (at Driggs Ave), Brooklyn, NY
Fried Chicken Joint · Williamsburg · 554 tips and reviews

Bergdorf GoodmanBergdorf Goodman: It's a BG New York City Secret! Faces of 5F Semifinalist Shakira loves this spot when she's jonesin' for some good Southern cooking. Read more.

48. The Carlyle

8.8
35 E 76th St (at Madison Ave), New York, NY
Hotel · Upper East Side · 58 tips and reviews

Bergdorf GoodmanBergdorf Goodman: It's a BG New York City Secret! Victoria Beckham stays here whenever she visits the City and loves feeling like she's been transported back into the 1940s. Read more.

49. Employees Only

9.0
510 Hudson St (at Christopher St), New York, NY
Speakeasy · West Village · 512 tips and reviews

Bergdorf GoodmanBergdorf Goodman: It's a BG New York City Secret! Faces of 5F Semifinalist Erika dines at this spot for a delicious night out on the town - the steak tartare is a must. Read more.

50. Soho House

9.1
2935 9th Ave (btwn W 13th & W 14th St), New York, NY
Club House · Meatpacking District · 204 tips and reviews

Bergdorf GoodmanBergdorf Goodman: It's a BG New York City Secret! Brazilian shoe designer Alexandre Birman loves staying here and going for a run by the river. Read more.

51. De Santos

139 W 10th St (at Greenwich Ave), New York, NY
American Restaurant · West Village · 96 tips and reviews

Bergdorf GoodmanBergdorf Goodman: It's a BG New York City Secret! Faces of 5F Semifinalist Mariana loves this spot when she is in the mood for Italian - don't miss the live music Wednesday - Saturday. Read more.

52. Apothèke

8.8
9 Doyers St (btwn Pell St & Bowery), New York, NY
Cocktail Bar · Chinatown · 434 tips and reviews

Bergdorf GoodmanBergdorf Goodman: It's a BG New York City Secret! Faces of 5F Semifinalist Mackenzie loves to unwind at this posh part of town. Read more.

53. Washington Square Park

9.5
W 4th St (btwn MacDougal St & University Pl), New York, NY
Park · Greenwich Village · 711 tips and reviews

Bergdorf GoodmanBergdorf Goodman: It's a BG New York City Secret! Designer Isaac Mizrahi loves walking his dog, Harry, here. Read more.

54. Manhattan Vintage Clothing Show

Metropolitan Pavillion, New York, NY
Clothing Store · Chelsea · 3 tips and reviews

Bergdorf GoodmanBergdorf Goodman: It's a BG New York City Secret! There is nothing Stacey Bendet of Alice + Olivia likes more than seeing all of her favorite vintage dealers in one place at the same time.

55. Tudor Rose Antiques

28 E 10th St, New York, NY
Antique Store · Greenwich Village · 2 tips and reviews

Bergdorf GoodmanBergdorf Goodman: It's a BG New York City Secret! Jewelry designer Padma Lakshmi loves popping into this antique spot for their beautiful vintage frames, cufflinks & silver. Read more.

56. Strand Bookstore

9.5
828 Broadway (at E 12th St), New York, NY
Bookstore · Greenwich Village · 593 tips and reviews

Bergdorf GoodmanBergdorf Goodman: It's a BG New York City Secret! Designer Jason Wu gets great reads here every week. Read more.

57. Chelsea Antiques Flea Market

5.7
New York, NY
Flea Market · NoMad · 11 tips and reviews

Bergdorf GoodmanBergdorf Goodman: It's a BG New York City Secret! Marchesa designers Georgina Chapman and Keren Craig love the amazing jewelry and clothes at this market. Read more.

58. The Post House

28 E 63rd St, New York, NY
Steakhouse · Upper East Side · 9 tips and reviews

Bergdorf GoodmanBergdorf Goodman: It's a BG New York City Secret! The Post House is Shoe Designer Giuseppe Zanotti's lucky restaurant. He dines here every time he's in New York. Read more.

59. MacarOn Café

7.5
44 E 59th St, New York, NY
Dessert Shop · Upper East Side · 69 tips and reviews

Bergdorf GoodmanBergdorf Goodman: Pop by in the morning, get a cappuccino. Pop by at night, indulge in honey/lavender macarons!

60. NYC Taxi And Limousine Commission

33 Beaver St (btwn Broad and New), New York, NY
Government Building · Financial District · 3 tips and reviews

Bergdorf GoodmanBergdorf Goodman: It's a BG New York City Secret! Faces of 5F Finalist Brigid loves cabbie conversations - it is her source of Taxicab gossip. For more on the Faces of 5F click More Info. Read more.

61. Monkey Bar

8.8
60 E 54th St (btwn Madison & Park Ave.), New York, NY
New American Restaurant · Midtown East · 79 tips and reviews

Bergdorf GoodmanBergdorf Goodman: It's a BG New York City Secret! Victoria Beckham loves this uber chic and classic bar. Read more.

62. 230 Fifth Rooftop Lounge

8.2
230 5th Ave (btwn W 26th & W 27th St), New York, NY
Rooftop Bar · NoMad · 714 tips and reviews

Bergdorf GoodmanBergdorf Goodman: It's a BG New York City Secret! Faces of 5F Semifinalist Jennifer loves this spot for relaxing and listening to new wave music. Read more.

63. Birch Coffee

21 E 27th St (btwn Madison & 5th Ave), New York, NY
Coffee Shop · NoMad · 486 tips and reviews

Bergdorf GoodmanBergdorf Goodman: It's a BG New York City Secret! Faces of 5F Semifinalist Nicole loves this coffee oasis when she needs to study in peace. Read more.

64. Tokio 7

7.6
83 E 7th St (btwn 1st & 2nd Ave), New York, NY
Vintage and Thrift Store · East Village · 30 tips and reviews

Bergdorf GoodmanBergdorf Goodman: It's a BG New York City Secret! Faces of 5F Semifinalist Brittney visits this spot to satisfy her fashion cravings. Read more.

65. Milk Bar

8.3
251 E 13th St (at 2nd Ave), New York, NY
Dessert Shop · East Village · 711 tips and reviews

Bergdorf GoodmanBergdorf Goodman: It's a BG New York City Secret! Designer Jason Wu comes here to satisfy his sweet tooth! Read more.

66. PDT (Please Don't Tell)

8.2
113 Saint Marks Pl (btwn 1st Ave & Avenue A), New York, NY
Speakeasy · East Village · 439 tips and reviews

Bergdorf GoodmanBergdorf Goodman: It's a BG New York City Secret! Faces of 5F Semifinalist Catherine loves taking her visiting friends to this spot for a classy New York night. Read more.

67. Stuyvesant Square Park

8.8
300 E 17th St (at 2nd Ave), New York, NY
Park · Gramercy Park · 32 tips and reviews

Bergdorf GoodmanBergdorf Goodman: It's a BG New York City Secret! Sarah Jessica Parker loves this hidden gem. Read more.

68. The Pond

East Dr (at E 59th St), New York, NY
Lake · Central Park · 53 tips and reviews

Bergdorf GoodmanBergdorf Goodman: It's a BG New York City Secret! Designer Elie Tahari loves walking around Central Park. Read more.

Bergdorf Goodman is one of NYC Faves in The Big Apple.

69. Bergdorf Goodman

8.9
754 5th Ave (btwn E 57th & E 58th St), New York, NY
Department Store · 241 tips and reviews

70. AKA Central Park

8.2
42 W 58th St (Btw 5th & 6th), New York, NY
Hotel · Midtown East · 19 tips and reviews

Bergdorf GoodmanBergdorf Goodman: Everyone here is exceptionally nice...and the coffee is delicious.Plus, if you're lucky, you'll run into one of my co-workers making an early-morning caffeine run!

71. Museum of Modern Art (MoMA)

9.3
11 W 53rd St (btwn 5th & 6th Ave), New York, NY
Art Museum · Midtown East · 1870 tips and reviews

Bergdorf GoodmanBergdorf Goodman: It's a BG New York City Secret! Faces of 5F Semifinalist Simone loves this spot when she's looking for some modern inspiration - the Warhol and Basquiat exhibits are a must see. Read more.

The Morgan Library & Museum is one of NYC Faves in The Big Apple.

72. The Morgan Library & Museum

9.2
225 Madison Ave (btwn E 36th & E 37th St), New York, NY
Museum · Murray Hill · 179 tips and reviews

73. LIRR - Rockville Centre Station

5.7
Front St & Park Ave (off Sunrise Hwy), Rockville Centre, NY
Rail Station · 28 tips and reviews

Bergdorf GoodmanBergdorf Goodman: It's a BG New York City Secret! Faces of 5F Semifinalist Yeshi loves taking the LIRR when she wants an adventure in her own town. Read more.

74. Back Forty

190 Avenue B (at E 12th St), New York, NY
American Restaurant · Alphabet City · 150 tips and reviews

Real SimpleReal Simple: Try the Losaida Sling made of Cachaca (a Brazilian rum), Ginger Beer, and Chipotle.

75. The Spa at Mandarin Oriental, New York

8.6
80 Columbus Cir (at W 60th St), New York, NY
Spa · Hell's Kitchen · 20 tips and reviews

Real SimpleReal Simple: Spoil yourself at The Spa at Mandarin Oriental in New York City. Try the 80-minute Warmth & Wellness body treatment―a body polish, a clay wrap, and a massage. Read more.

76. Real Simple Pop-Up Shop

Citi Pond at Bryant Park (btw 40th and 42nd Street), New York, NY
Miscellaneous Store · Midtown East · 4 tips and reviews

Real SimpleReal Simple: This is moving to Bryant Park for holiday 2011. Read more.

77. PUBLIC

210 Elizabeth St (btwn Prince & Spring St), New York, NY
Australian Restaurant · NoLita · 211 tips and reviews

Real SimpleReal Simple: Red Chile-Guava Margarita: Milagro tequila infused with red chili, lime juice, orange liqueur and guava puree.

78. The Container Store

8.3
629 6th Ave (btwn W 18th & W 19th St), New York, NY
Furniture and Home Store · Chelsea · 78 tips and reviews

Real SimpleReal Simple: Try the Elfa spice racks to organize bathroom supplies: use the shorter wall-mounted piece and just three of the spice rack baskets to store everything from hair products to nail polish. Read more.

79. Crate & Barrel

611 Broadway (at W Houston St), New York, NY
Furniture and Home Store · Greenwich Village · 76 tips and reviews

Real SimpleReal Simple: Creating a registry? Check out Real Simple's Wedding Registry Checklist Read more.

80. The Cloisters

9.2
99 Margaret Corbin Dr (at Fort Tryon Pl), New York, NY
Museum · Hudson Heights · 250 tips and reviews

Metropolitan Museum of ArtMetropolitan Museum of Art: Like beer? The Bonnefont Garden at The Cloisters grows hops. Take a garden highlights tour May–October at 1:00 p.m. (Kamomi, Design)

81. Wafels & Dinges - Herald Square

8.5
Herald Square, New York, NY
Food Truck · Garment District · 316 tips and reviews

MashableMashable: "Number one: The Spekuloos spread. Think cinnamon nutella/peanut butter. Totally unique, totally to die for." - Niko DeMordaunt Read more.

82. Statue of Liberty

9.3
Liberty Island, New York, NY
Monument · 701 tips and reviews

Team CocoTeam Coco: "France gave the United States the Statue of Liberty. The United States gave the world the bean bag chair. Let’s call it even." - Conan O'Brien

83. Central Park

9.7
59th to 110th St (btwn 5th Ave & Central Park W), New York, NY
Park · Central Park · 1839 tips and reviews

Team CocoTeam Coco: "Central Park takes up roughly 843 acres of land. To give you an idea, that’s roughly 16 billion NY apartments." - Conan O'Brien

8th Day Coffee & Culture is one of NYC Faves in The Big Apple.

84. 8th Day Coffee & Culture

828 N 2nd St, Phoenix, AZ
Café · Downtown Phoenix · 1 tip