Prime sunbathing time is between 10:30am and 3pm; we suggest you claim your spot early on this 15-acre expanse, one of the most popular ray-catching spots in NYC. Read more.
Sunset is the perfect time for photos but requires some planning. Buy your tickets online for at least 1 hour before sunset time and stay until 20 minutes after sunset for the perfect light.
Don't come here during the day - go to Top of the Rock instead. But DO come here around midnight. No line and you get to see all of the lights of the city.
The best place to remember why you love Manhattan takes you above the city while keeping you rooted in urban life. Walk through a field of wildflowers as cabs zoom along the street beneath you. Read more.
Holy damn the hot chocolate from "No Chewing Allowed!" is AMAZING. Come at night, get yourself a cup and wander around the beautiful handcrafted wares.
If you're lucky and he's there when you are, you'll be able to listen to a guy in the middle of the park playing a grand piano that he wheeled in to busk with!
Buy your tickets online before you arrive. Not only do you save $2 per person but you get to skip most of the long lines.
The best view of NYC offers a stunning panorama. From the midpoint of the massive suspension bridge, there are spectacular sight lines of Brooklyn Heights, Dumbo and lower Manhattan. Read more.
The best waterfront in NYC offers a unique view of the lower Manhattan skyline, aquatic features, such as a salt marsh filled with native cordgrass, and Jane’s Carousel, a restored ride from 1922. Read more.
Not just for commuters…tourists should take a ride not only for the fantastic views, but to go take a stroll around Roosevelt Island. A ride costs $2.25 each way.
Foodies, drinkies, fashionistas and design hounds can be found here. It’s why we love it!
Second Avenue has become the East Village's Restaurant Row. Take a stroll down it, choose from a wide variety of cuisines: Italian, Mediterranean, Asian, Indian, Mexican, American.
Go on a Monday night and enjoy the live band and 20s style swing dancing. Talk to the friendly dancers and ask them for a dance if you're keen.
Self-proclaimed as the most famous café in NY – it was in You’ve Got Mail. Open until 2am (Fri & Sat until 4am) makes it the perfect place to go after a show or a late date. It’s a little pricey and c
A true New York original, absolutely order the incredible pastrami, but be warned about re-enacting Meg Ryan's famous performance from 'When Harry Met Sally' filmed here!
You'll score a deal so amazing at Century 21, you'll brag about it for years. Avoid the lines - wear leggings and a camisole so you can try on clothes in the middle of the store. Read more.
Flash your passport at the information desk on the mezzanine level and get yourself a Visitor Savings Pass for 10% off.
Skip the line and enter through the planetarium entrance on 81st St. And don't leave without seeing the planetarium show.
"The 3rd largest public library in the world is housed in an architectural masterpiece. Free tours - don't miss the map room! On a nice day, check out a book and read in gorgeous Bryant Park."
Get in free with a MoMA admission ticket that’s less than 30 days old.
You can try to cut down your wait time by avoiding peak lunch hours on a nice day, or you can embrace the communal line experience . Definitely order a Concrete with your burger.
Le Parker Meridien Hotel is a white marble minimalist palace. So it's surprising that it stinks like burgers. Hidden just off the lobby is the best burger in mid-town. - IFC Staff
Weekday rush tickets (if you can spare four hours to wait in line) or standing-room tickets cost a mere $20. Or click through to find out how to enter the online weekend-rush lotto. Read more.
More trippy than you can imagine. Chase after the actors and hope they usher you into the secret house music room that includes a full male nude actor and fake bloody baby. I.n.s.a.n.e
Some of the best live jazz in the city every Tuesday night after 11:30. Be warned - it is crowded. $5 suggestion tip for the band.
"Milon and Panna II have been embroiled in a rivalry for over 20 years that has no end in sight... The feud can be summed up with one simple question: who came up with the idea for the lights?" Read more.
A cozy, diner style Chinese restaurant with some of the most amazing food. Definitely get the pork ribs and the shrimp and snow pea dumplings.
You can get a better value salmon bagel anywhere, so skip it and definitely get the Super Heebster instead. It really is amazing.
This low-key venue features some tremendous blues artists. The atmosphere is very intimate, come here for a nice date or fun night out.
I always sit in back or near a window. watch snow. bonus points if you score the couch all the way in back: that's my spot
The best time to come here is 3am when it feels a bit quieter. The signs make it feel like it is still day. Very surreal.
Great way to leisurely enjoy the habour and the views of the city. The night cruises are great value - especially if it is one of their Bootleggers Jazz Cruises with live music and whiskey tasting.
