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101 places to see in Manhattan before you die
Central Park is one of 101 places to see in Manhattan before you die.

1. Central Park

9.7
59th to 110th St (btwn 5th Ave & Central Park W), New York, NY
Park · Central Park · 1838 tips and reviews

Valentine's Day MovieValentine's Day Movie: Take a romantic stroll around The Reservoir at sunset or explore the North Woods. #vday

Tavern on the Green is one of 101 places to see in Manhattan before you die.

2. Tavern on the Green

8.6
W 67th St (at West Dr), New York, NY
American Restaurant · Central Park · 188 tips and reviews

Josh M.Josh Morrissey: John Lennon and his son Sean would sometimes celebrate their birthdays here. They shared the same birthday, October 9th. Max Leroy (son of the owner Warner LeRoy) was good friends with Sean Lennon.

Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis Reservoir is one of 101 places to see in Manhattan before you die.

3. Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis Reservoir

9.5
Central Park (btwn 85th & 96th St), New York, NY
Reservoir · Central Park · 122 tips and reviews

The Corcoran GroupThe Corcoran Group: The most scenic – and flat – loop in Central Park! The loop is approximately 1.5 miles and filled with sweaty and sexy runners and walkers.

Strawberry Fields is one of 101 places to see in Manhattan before you die.

4. Strawberry Fields

Central Park West (at W 72nd St), New York, NY
Memorial Site · Central Park · 165 tips and reviews

Rolling StoneRolling Stone: After John Lennon's death, Yoko Ono donated a million dollars to the city to create a memorial in his favorite section of Central Park, directly across the street from their home in The Dakota. Read more.

Metropolitan Museum of Art is one of 101 places to see in Manhattan before you die.

5. Metropolitan Museum of Art

9.5
1000 5th Ave (btwn E 80th & E 84th St), New York, NY
Art Museum · 1960 tips and reviews

Time Out New YorkTime Out New York: The best place to gawk at priceless art has a collection that is seemingly endless, spanning creepy Egyptian tombs to the shimmering Impressionist paintings to an unparalleled costume collection. Read more.

Museum of Modern Art (MoMA) is one of 101 places to see in Manhattan before you die.

6. Museum of Modern Art (MoMA)

9.3
11 W 53rd St (btwn 5th & 6th Ave), New York, NY
Art Museum · Midtown East · 1869 tips and reviews

HUGO BOSSHUGO BOSS: The world's best modern art museum is in New York City, and it's open late every Friday. (via ARTINFO)

Sheep Meadow is one of 101 places to see in Manhattan before you die.

7. Sheep Meadow

9.4
W 67th St (btwn West & East Dr), New York, NY
Picnic Area · Central Park · 159 tips and reviews

Teresa W.Teresa W: bring a bottle of wine and a blanket, grab a couple of sandwiches from Bouchon in Columbus Circle and have a picnic in this grassy meadow

Bethesda Fountain is one of 101 places to see in Manhattan before you die.

8. Bethesda Fountain

9.5
Terrace Dr (Central Park), New York, NY
Fountain · Central Park · 123 tips and reviews

Windows Live Photo GalleryWindows Live Photo Gallery: Put your back to the fountain and shoot through the arches. This is a beautiful shot day or night.

Central Park Boathouse is one of 101 places to see in Manhattan before you die.

9. Central Park Boathouse

8.8
E 72nd St (Park Dr N), New York, NY
American Restaurant · Central Park · 292 tips and reviews

Time Out New YorkTime Out New York: Fall, with its beautiful foliage and cool breezes, is the perfect time to take a row. Boats hold up to four people, and cost $12 an hour. Sate your appetite at the Boathouse Restaurant afterward.

Columbia University is one of 101 places to see in Manhattan before you die.

10. Columbia University

W 116th St (btwn Broadway & Amsterdam Ave), New York, NY
University · West Harlem · 112 tips and reviews

Vadim L.Vadim Lavrusik: Grab some coffee an sit on the steps of the old library and watch for celebrities on campus.

Apollo Theater is one of 101 places to see in Manhattan before you die.

11. Apollo Theater

9.1
253 W 125th St (btwn 7th & 8th Ave), New York, NY
Theater · Central Harlem · 142 tips and reviews

The GrioThe Grio: The Apollo is one of the most famous music venues in the US. It is a nationally registered historic space, and was the home of Showtime at the Apollo, a television show showcasing new talent. Read more.

St. Bartholomew's Church is one of 101 places to see in Manhattan before you die.

12. St. Bartholomew's Church

325 Park Ave (at E 50th St), New York, NY
Church · Midtown East · 14 tips and reviews

The Corcoran GroupThe Corcoran Group: A short tour of the glorious art (24k gold mosaic) and stunning architecture of this church is given immediately after the Sunday 11am service.

Central Park Mall is one of 101 places to see in Manhattan before you die.

13. Central Park Mall

9.3
Central Park, New York, NY
Park · Central Park · 40 tips and reviews

Smithsonian ChannelSmithsonian Channel: Covering 6 percent of Manhattan, popular legend holds that it took more gunpowder to create this park’s lakes, hills and meadows than was used to fight the Battle of Gettysburg. (From Aerial America) Read more.

Washington Square Park is one of 101 places to see in Manhattan before you die.

14. Washington Square Park

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

Paul L.Paul Lomax: 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!

Times Square is one of 101 places to see in Manhattan before you die.

15. Times Square

8.5
Broadway & 7th Ave (btwn W 42nd & 47th St), New York, NY
Plaza · Theater District · 2355 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.

Bloomberg is one of 101 places to see in Manhattan before you die.

16. Bloomberg

731 Lexington Ave (btwn E 58th & E 59th St), New York, NY
Office · Midtown East · 67 tips and reviews

DensDens: Don't miss the Julian Opie pieces on the windows on the 7th (?) floor (whatever floor guests go to). All the artwork here is really impressive.

17. Waldorf Astoria New York

301 Park Ave (btwn E 49th & E 50th St), New York, NY
Hotel · Midtown East · 274 tips and reviews

The New YorkerThe New Yorker: 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.

Central Park Zoo is one of 101 places to see in Manhattan before you die.

18. Central Park Zoo

8.6
E 64th St (at 5th Ave), New York, NY
Zoo · Central Park · 248 tips and reviews

HISTORYHISTORY: The zoo was not part of the original design for Central Park but spontaneously evolved in 1859 from gifts of exotic pets and other animals informally given to the Park.

Union Square Park is one of 101 places to see in Manhattan before you die.

19. Union Square Park

9.1
Union Sq E/W & Broadway (btwn E 14th & E 17th St), New York, NY
Park · 565 tips and reviews

Gossip GirlGossip Girl: Meet at the Ghandi Statue, the one landmark in NYC, where the West side and the East side converge . . . and where D met his own Eastern-philosophy spouting pseudo-soul mate (Only in Your Dreams) Read more.

Bryant Park is one of 101 places to see in Manhattan before you die.

20. Bryant Park

9.5
W 42nd St (btwn 5th & 6th Ave), New York, NY
Park · Midtown · 1228 tips and reviews
High Line is one of 101 places to see in Manhattan before you die.

21. High Line

9.5
btwn Gansevoort & W 34th St (btwn 10th & 12th Ave), New York, NY
Park · Chelsea · 1495 tips and reviews

Time Out New YorkTime Out New York: 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.

Gansevoort Park Rooftop is one of 101 places to see in Manhattan before you die.

22. Gansevoort Park Rooftop

420 Park Ave S (at E 29th St), New York, NY
Roof Deck · NoMad · 70 tips and reviews

Makeda J.Makeda J.: Guys come with a beautiful girl.... Your guaranteed entry..... ; )

United Nations is one of 101 places to see in Manhattan before you die.

23. United Nations

760 United Nations Plz (at 1st Ave & E 46th St), New York, NY
Government Building · Turtle Bay · 127 tips and reviews

The White HouseThe White House: President Obama delivered an address to the United Nations General Assembly on overcoming the numerous challenges that stand in the way of a lasting peace. Read more.

Queensboro Bridge Pedestrian & Bike Path is one of 101 places to see in Manhattan before you die.

24. Queensboro Bridge Pedestrian & Bike Path

8.2
Queensboro Bridge, New York, NY
Scenic Lookout · 8 tips and reviews

Regina C.Regina Connors: This is a misnomer. It is both a pedestrian and a bike path although not a few cyclists seem to be cognizant of the rules on this path.

Spanish Harlem (El Barrio) is one of 101 places to see in Manhattan before you die.

25. Spanish Harlem (El Barrio)

New York, NY
Neighborhood · 33 tips and reviews

Mary B.Mary B: Granada Wines, 116th between Lex and Park, excellent selection, knowledgeable staff. Highly recommend!

Solomon R. Guggenheim Museum is one of 101 places to see in Manhattan before you die.

26. Solomon R. Guggenheim Museum

8.6
1071 5th Ave (at E 89th St), New York, NY
Art Museum · Carnegie Hill · 567 tips and reviews

Time Out New YorkTime Out New York: Catch fall shows "Chaos and Classicism: Art in France, Italy, and Germany" (Oct 1) and "Vox Populi: Posters of the Interwar Years" (Sept 1) between 5:45pm-7:45pm on Saturdays when admission is free.

American Museum of Natural History is one of 101 places to see in Manhattan before you die.

27. 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

Time Out New YorkTime Out New York: The museum sponsored Robert Peary’s expedition to the North Pole, and in Greenland he discovered the largest buried meteorite in the world, Cape York. Three chunks of it are on display here. Read more.

Battery Park is one of 101 places to see in Manhattan before you die.

28. Battery Park

9.2
Battery Pl (at State St), New York, NY
Park · Financial District · 302 tips and reviews

NYC ParksNYC Parks: Connect to free Wi-Fi around the Bosque area and Ferry Landing.

Apple Fifth Avenue is one of 101 places to see in Manhattan before you die.

29. Apple Fifth Avenue

9.0
767 5th Ave (btwn E 58th & E 59th St), New York, NY
Electronics Store · Midtown East · 1235 tips and reviews

Matthew K.Matthew Kramer: Its open 24hrs and the genius bar is open for nearly that entire time also. Even if you don't need anything, don't miss the chance to ride Steve Job's Glass Elevator. also, wifi

Grand Central Market is one of 101 places to see in Manhattan before you die.

30. Grand Central Market

8.6
105 E 42nd St, New York, NY
Gourmet Store · Midtown East · 102 tips and reviews

Jillana B.Jillana B: I love the fact that you can buy really juicy nectarines here. Just be prepared to pay a premium.

Chrysler Building is one of 101 places to see in Manhattan before you die.

31. Chrysler Building

8.5
405 Lexington Ave (at E 42nd St), New York, NY
Structure · Turtle Bay · 91 tips and reviews

New York HabitatNew York Habitat: Unfortunately this beautiful Art Deco building’s observation deck has been closed since 1945. The marble lobby is open to visitors though, and it’s free!

The Daily News Building is one of 101 places to see in Manhattan before you die.

32. The Daily News Building

220 E 42nd St (btwn 2nd & 3rd Ave), New York, NY
Office · Midtown East · 15 tips and reviews

Michael L.Michael Liebowitz: The globe hasn't been updated in many years. Gives it kind of a retro feel.

33. Tudor City

New York, NY
Neighborhood · 7 tips and reviews

Tom W.Tom Watson: Take a stroll on an unseasonably warm day through the private gardens that are open to the public.

The Cloisters is one of 101 places to see in Manhattan before you die.

34. The Cloisters

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

Time Out New YorkTime Out New York: Check out the famous Unicorn Tapestries, the 12th-century Fuentidueña Chapel and the Annunciation Triptych by Robert Campin.

35. Trinity Church Cemetery

75 Broadway (btwn Thames & Rector St), New York, NY
Cemetery · Financial District · 10 tips and reviews

NYHistoryNYHistory: Founding Father Alexander Hamilton and several other important figures from the American Revolution are buried here. Find out more about their lives at the New-York Historical Society Museum! Read more.

Brookfield Place is one of 101 places to see in Manhattan before you die.

36. Brookfield Place

9.0
230 Vesey St (at West St), New York, NY
Shopping Mall · Battery Park City · 116 tips and reviews

Sharto P.Sharto Pagan: Southwest NY restaurant looks nice and cozy...dimly lit and stylish...a must see

Hogs & Heifers is one of 101 places to see in Manhattan before you die.

37. Hogs & Heifers

859 Washington St (at W 13th St), New York, NY
Bar · Meatpacking District · 78 tips and reviews

Matt G.Matt Gray: Crazy barmaids insult you till you laugh

Meatpacking District is one of 101 places to see in Manhattan before you die.

38. Meatpacking District

New York, NY
Neighborhood · 68 tips and reviews

Crunch GymCrunch Gym: Turn a night out into a calorie burning party! Try drinking club soda instead of alcoholic beverages and then hit the dance floor to get your body moving!

Chelsea Market is one of 101 places to see in Manhattan before you die.

39. Chelsea Market

9.2
75 9th Ave (btwn W 15th & W 16th St), New York, NY
Market · Chelsea · 1218 tips and reviews

FrappuccinoFrappuccino: Foodies, drinkies, fashionistas and design hounds can be found here. It’s why we love it!

Magnolia Bakery is one of 101 places to see in Manhattan before you die.

40. Magnolia Bakery

8.7
401 Bleecker St (at W 11th St), New York, NY
Bakery · West Village · 436 tips and reviews

BravoBravo: Can anyone say Red Velvet cupcakes???? Oh My God.... (Christopher loves them) When Al and I are in the city it's a definite stop. -Caroline Manzo, Real Housewives of NJ

ABC Carpet & Home is one of 101 places to see in Manhattan before you die.

41. ABC Carpet & Home

9.0
888 Broadway (at E 19th St), New York, NY
Furniture and Home Store · Flatiron District · 90 tips and reviews

Gansevoort Hotel GroupGansevoort Hotel Group: Awesome place to find unique gifts! Really cool and quarky furniture and home goods, along with cool vintage jewelry and things for your closet! Stop in and grab a bite at ABC Kitchen while you shop!

Hell's Kitchen is one of 101 places to see in Manhattan before you die.

42. Hell's Kitchen

New York, NY
Neighborhood · 72 tips and reviews

Dan S.Dan Shelley: Welcome to the neighborhood that I and tens of thousands of other fun-loving, eclectic New Yorkers call home -- not just a place to eat and drink. Enjoy!

East Village is one of 101 places to see in Manhattan before you die.

43. East Village

New York, NY
Neighborhood · 35 tips and reviews

Mary S.Mary Shields: 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.

South Street Seaport is one of 101 places to see in Manhattan before you die.

44. South Street Seaport

8.9
South St (Pier 17), New York, NY
Harbor or Marina · Financial District · 225 tips and reviews

MazdaMazda: This cultural marketplace along the dynamic Lower Manhattan waterfront is a gateway to the harbor.

The Empire Hotel Rooftop is one of 101 places to see in Manhattan before you die.

45. The Empire Hotel Rooftop

7.1
44 W 63rd St (btwn Broadway & Columbus Ave), New York, NY
Roof Deck · Lincoln Square · 169 tips and reviews

Abigail B.Abigail Byrom: This is the most amazing place for drinks at sundown. A great view of the city, and a beautiful rooftop. Make sure to dress nice!

The Shops at Columbus Circle is one of 101 places to see in Manhattan before you die.

46. The Shops at Columbus Circle

8.2
10 Columbus Cir (btwn W 58th & W 60th St), New York, NY
Shopping Mall · Central Park · 198 tips and reviews

IWalked Audio ToursIWalked Audio Tours: 55-story glass towers. Most expensive property in NYC. Time Warner owns 1/3 of it. Once site of proposed tallest building in world by Donald Trump. Learn more about Time Warner Center via our blog. Read more.

Shake Shack is one of 101 places to see in Manhattan before you die.

47. Shake Shack

9.1
Madison Ave (at E 23rd St), New York, NY
Burger Joint · NoMad · 1234 tips and reviews

NYC ParksNYC Parks: 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.

Virgil's Real BBQ is one of 101 places to see in Manhattan before you die.

48. Virgil's Real BBQ

7.7
152 W 44th St (btwn Broadway & 6th Ave), New York, NY
BBQ Joint · Theater District · 273 tips and reviews

The Corcoran GroupThe Corcoran Group: Despite the crowds, you won’t wait long to dive into Train Wreck Fries, Virgil’s Pig Out, Corn Bread, Virgil’s Coleslaw and Cheese Grits with a Fall Off The Porch Ice Tea.

Tick Tock Diner NY is one of 101 places to see in Manhattan before you die.

49. Tick Tock Diner NY

5.2
481 8th Ave (at W 34th St), New York, NY
Diner · Chelsea · 269 tips and reviews

ChevroletChevrolet: The Décor is retro, the salads are jumbo-sized, and breakfast is served all day. What's not to like?

The Amish Market is one of 101 places to see in Manhattan before you die.

50. The Amish Market

8.3
240 E 45th St (btwn 2nd & 3rd Ave.), New York, NY
Grocery Store · Turtle Bay · 75 tips and reviews

The Corcoran GroupThe Corcoran Group: One of our favorite markets in the city, but also a great take-out lunch place with yummy sandwiches – try the Fresh Turkey with Brie. Coffee is top notch too!

Comfort Diner is one of 101 places to see in Manhattan before you die.

51. Comfort Diner

6.8
214 E 45th St (3rd Ave.), New York, NY
Diner · Turtle Bay · 104 tips and reviews

Annie C.Annie Chen: The blueberry and lemon ricotta pancakes are to die for!

The Original Chinatown Ice Cream Factory is one of 101 places to see in Manhattan before you die.

52. The Original Chinatown Ice Cream Factory

8.6
65 Bayard St (btwn Elizabeth & Mott St), New York, NY
Ice Cream Parlor · Chinatown · 450 tips and reviews

The Corcoran GroupThe Corcoran Group: End a gluttonous Chinatown dinner with a fantastic assortment of freshly made ice cream – the flavors change, but we like the Blueberry Cheesecake or the Wasabi.

Brooklyn Bridge Promenade is one of 101 places to see in Manhattan before you die.

53. Brooklyn Bridge Promenade

9.1
Brooklyn Bridge, Brooklyn, NY
Hiking Trail · DUMBO · 61 tips and reviews

Henry W. N.Henry W. Ng: Have Mom take pictures of you in the bike lane while pissing off everyone around you.

The Frick Collection is one of 101 places to see in Manhattan before you die.

54. The Frick Collection

8.9
1 E 70th St (at 5th Ave), New York, NY
Art Museum · Upper East Side · 212 tips and reviews
Museum of the City of New York is one of 101 places to see in Manhattan before you die.

55. Museum of the City of New York

8.9
1220 5th Ave (at E 103rd St), New York, NY
History Museum · East Harlem · 148 tips and reviews

56. Bread Talk

47 Catherine St (Madison St), New York, NY
Bakery · Two Bridges · 14 tips and reviews

Serious EatsSerious Eats: This tart won for having an exceptional crust that was flaky, light, tender, and just a bit crisp around the edges. The filling has a silky smooth and creamy texture, but not too sweet. Read more.

Macy's is one of 101 places to see in Manhattan before you die.

57. Macy's

7.7
151 W 34th St (btwn 7th Ave & Broadway), New York, NY
Department Store · Garment District · 1065 tips and reviews

New York HabitatNew York Habitat: The world's largest department store, Macy's flagship store on 34th St. Ride the unique wooden escalators up and down its 11 floors and find anything you can think of.

The Plaza Hotel is one of 101 places to see in Manhattan before you die.

58. The Plaza Hotel

9.1
5th Avenue, Central Park South (at Central Park S), New York, NY
Hotel · Midtown East · 234 tips and reviews

New York HabitatNew York Habitat: This historic landmark hotel has been seen in dozens of movies. Catch a glimpse through while making your way to Central Park.

New York Public Library - Stephen A. Schwarzman Building Celeste Bartos Forum is one of 101 places to see in Manhattan before you die.

59. New York Public Library - Stephen A. Schwarzman Building Celeste Bartos Forum

5 Avenue A (at 42nd St), New York, NY
Library · Midtown East · 11 tips and reviews

New York HabitatNew York Habitat: You can catch a breather while walking around and sit on the steps out front but we recommend venturing inside to see the simply spectacular Reading Room.

Madison Square Garden is one of 101 places to see in Manhattan before you die.

60. Madison Square Garden

8.8
4 Penn Plz (btwn 7th & 8th Ave), New York, NY
Basketball Stadium · 999 tips and reviews

New York HabitatNew York Habitat: Home to the NY Knicks and Rangers sports teams, MSG also serves as a venue for concerts & political rallies. You can enter the arena from Penn Station underground without even taking a step outside!

Eatery is one of 101 places to see in Manhattan before you die.

61. Eatery

798 9th Ave, New York, NY
New American Restaurant · Hell's Kitchen · 164 tips and reviews

New York HabitatNew York Habitat: Come here for brunch and get the Stuffed French Toast with chocolate-banana cream cheese filling, syrup, and vanilla ice cream. Need we say more?

Koreatown is one of 101 places to see in Manhattan before you die.

62. Koreatown

New York, NY
Neighborhood · 34 tips and reviews

Jason R.Jason Robles: For awesome pastry & coffee go to Koryodang

Blue Note is one of 101 places to see in Manhattan before you die.

63. Blue Note

8.8
131 W 3rd St (btwn MacDougal St & 6th Ave), New York, NY
Jazz and Blues Venue · Greenwich Village · 176 tips and reviews

Louis VuittonLouis Vuitton: The crème de la crème in New York Jazz, the Blue Note is more of a shrine to the good old days of jazz. Get tickets to the later show and enjoy a few encore songs!

64. Rockefeller Center

9.2
Rockefeller Plaza (btwn W 49th & W 50th St), New York, NY
Plaza · Rockefeller Center · 847 tips and reviews

Alicia KeysAlicia Keys: This is one of my favorite places in NYC to walk around and window shop. I've even had the chance to perform here a few times! Def a classic NY spot!

Top of the Rock Observation Deck is one of 101 places to see in Manhattan before you die.

65. Top of the Rock Observation Deck

9.4
30 Rockefeller Plz (btwn 5th & 6th Ave), New York, NY
Scenic Lookout · Rockefeller Center · 881 tips and reviews

NBC Nightly NewsNBC Nightly News: Located on the roof of 30 Rock visitors can get an unobstructed 360 degree view of New York City.

Radio City Music Hall is one of 101 places to see in Manhattan before you die.

66. Radio City Music Hall

9.4
1260 Avenue of the Americas (at W 50th St), New York, NY
Concert Hall · Rockefeller Center · 391 tips and reviews

TODAY ShowTODAY Show: Largest indoor theatre in the world with a marquee that is one whole city-block long.

New York Marriott Marquis is one of 101 places to see in Manhattan before you die.

67. New York Marriott Marquis

8.0
1535 Broadway, New York, NY
Hotel · Theater District · 308 tips and reviews

Alice D.Alice Daer: Go to Marriott Marquis Hotel and Take elevators to 8th floor. There's a nice bar there where you can sit by the window and watch the action in Times Square.

Empire State Building is one of 101 places to see in Manhattan before you die.

68. Empire State Building

9.1
350 5th Ave (btwn 33rd & 34th St), New York, NY
Structure · Midtown Manhattan, New York, NY · 1172 tips and reviews

New York HabitatNew York Habitat: The iconic New York skyscraper features breathtaking views of the entire city. Be sure to dress appropriately as it can get cold that high up!

Dallas BBQ is one of 101 places to see in Manhattan before you die.

69. Dallas BBQ

7.0
241 W 42nd St (btwn 7th & 8th Ave), New York, NY
BBQ Joint · Theater District · 334 tips and reviews

New York HabitatNew York Habitat: Good southern style BBQ for a good price. Try the hennessy wings, sticky wings, or the ribs and wash it down one of their Texas-sized drinks.

70. FAO Schwarz

767 5th Ave (at E 58th St), New York, NY
Toy Store · Midtown East · 284 tips and reviews

New York HabitatNew York Habitat: It's the greatest toy store ever! Feel like a kid again and explore everything from the giant piano in the movie "Big" to aisles of humongous stuffed animals. Truly an NYC must-see.

Trump Tower is one of 101 places to see in Manhattan before you die.

71. Trump Tower

725 5th Ave (btwn E 56th & E 57th St), New York, NY
Structure · Midtown East · 102 tips and reviews

Robert R.Robert Rowe: Check out the five-level atrium which has a waterfall...

National September 11 Memorial is one of 101 places to see in Manhattan before you die.

72. National September 11 Memorial

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

Pang*\(●ω●)/Pang*\(●ω●)/: RIP the victims from Thai people

Marcus Garvey Park is one of 101 places to see in Manhattan before you die.

73. Marcus Garvey Park

8.5
Mt. Morris Park W & Madison Ave (btwn W 120th & W 124th St), New York, NY
Park · Central Harlem · 52 tips and reviews

New York HabitatNew York Habitat: Nice, small park that is perfect for jogging or walking your dog. It is no Central Park but with the green markets on Saturday it is a great place to spend an afternoon.

Chipotle Mexican Grill is one of 101 places to see in Manhattan before you die.

74. Chipotle Mexican Grill

7.1
9 W 42nd St (W 42nd between 5th & 6th Ave), New York, NY
Mexican Restaurant · Midtown East · 58 tips and reviews

DietsInReviewDietsInReview: To keep your meal healthy try ordering what restaurants have labeled “burrito bowl” or “naked burrito,” which means no tortilla. Also, specify no cheese, no sour cream, and get guacamole on the side.

Gramercy Park is one of 101 places to see in Manhattan before you die.

75. Gramercy Park

8.7
btwn Gramercy Park N & S (btwn Gramercy Park E & W), New York, NY
Park · Gramercy Park · 45 tips and reviews

Stan C.Stan Chin: Pretend you're staying at the Gramercy and Ask the doorman to let you in. Admire the plaques about loving trees in safety as the zombies tear apart the city outside.

TriBeCa is one of 101 places to see in Manhattan before you die.

76. TriBeCa

New York, NY
Neighborhood · 24 tips and reviews

Jodi-Kay L.Jodi-Kay Lofters®: TriBeCa is the acronym for Triangle Below Canal Street... Except, it isn't really a Triangle...#OnlyNewYorkers... I did, however, enjoy my day at the 2012 Film Festival

City Hall Park is one of 101 places to see in Manhattan before you die.

77. City Hall Park

8.8
17 Park Row (btwn Broadway & Centre St), New York, NY
Park · Downtown Manhattan · 143 tips and reviews

Christine Q.Christine Quinn: Great place to take a walk, check out some art work and a good picture spot of City Hall.

SoHo is one of 101 places to see in Manhattan before you die.

78. SoHo

New York, NY
Neighborhood · 146 tips and reviews
Xi'an Famous Foods is one of 101 places to see in Manhattan before you die.

79. Xi'an Famous Foods

67 Bayard St (at Mott St), New York, NY
Chinese Restaurant · Chinatown · 178 tips and reviews

Luke K.Luke Kingma: Follow in the footsteps of Anthony Bourdain and grab a spicy cumin lamb burger. One of the best eats in the city. Only $3!

Hong Kong Supermarket 香港超級市場 is one of 101 places to see in Manhattan before you die.

80. Hong Kong Supermarket 香港超級市場

8.1
157 Hester St (btwn Bowery & Elizabeth St), New York, NY
Supermarket · Chinatown · 74 tips and reviews

Luke K.Luke Kingma: One of the biggest and coolest supermarkets in Chinatown. 2 floors of air conditioned culture.

Vanessa's Dumpling House is one of 101 places to see in Manhattan before you die.

81. Vanessa's Dumpling House

8.6
118 Eldridge St (btwn Broome & Grand St), New York, NY
Dumpling Restaurant · Lower East Side · 419 tips and reviews

Luke K.Luke Kingma: On the edge of Chinatown, this great spot has some of the cheapest food in the city. Try the fried pork bun, 3 for $1, or the dumplings, 4 for $1!

The Dakota is one of 101 places to see in Manhattan before you die.

82. The Dakota

8.1
1 W 72nd St (at Central Park W), New York, NY
Apartment or Condo · Upper West Side · 46 tips and reviews

New York HabitatNew York Habitat: The building where one of music's greatest icons was tragically shot. Gaze at the amazing architecture and then pay your respects by visiting the nearby memorial at Strawberry Fields in Central Park.

Serendipity 3 is one of 101 places to see in Manhattan before you die.

83. Serendipity 3

7.7
225 E 60th St (btwn 2nd & 3rd Ave), New York, NY
Dessert Shop · Upper East Side · 534 tips and reviews
Whiskey Blue is one of 101 places to see in Manhattan before you die.

84. Whiskey Blue

541 Lexington Ave (at 49th St), New York, NY
Hotel Bar · Midtown East · 28 tips and reviews

benjamin k.benjamin kim: Awesome place with nice music and great friends. cocktails are good!

Pommes Frites is one of 101 places to see in Manhattan before you die.

85. Pommes Frites

123 2nd Ave (btwn E 7th St & St. Mark's Pl), New York, NY
Belgian Restaurant · East Village · 340 tips and reviews

Matthew B.Matthew Burton: Go here and get some real Belgian fries in one of those huge paper cone things. They've got dozens of awesome sauces to choose from. Open late for post-drinking food.

Century 21 Department Store is one of 101 places to see in Manhattan before you die.

86. Century 21 Department Store

22 Cortlandt Street (btwn Church & Broadway), New York, NY
Department Store · Financial District · 460 tips and reviews
Flatiron Building is one of 101 places to see in Manhattan before you die.

87. Flatiron Building

175 5th Ave (at E 23rd St), New York, NY
Structure · Flatiron District · 134 tips and reviews

AudiAudi: Bold design lives here. The Flatiron was a groundbreaking skyscraper when built in 1902, and it’s still an architectural icon. The Beaux-Arts styling is timeless. Find more bold: A7bolddesign.com Read more.

Wall Street is one of 101 places to see in Manhattan before you die.

88. Wall Street

(btwn Broadway & South St), New York, NY
Road · 76 tips and reviews

Brian W.Brian Wendel: The Pump down the street on Pine St is best place for lunch. Read more.

Little Italy is one of 101 places to see in Manhattan before you die.

89. Little Italy

New York, NY
Neighborhood · 121 tips and reviews

Diego R.Diego Rufo: Little Italy is full of restaurants where you can enjoy good pizza and pasta. And, if you’re lucky and they are in the middle of holidays, you can enjoy a nice colourful decorated little Italy. Read more.

Union Square Greenmarket is one of 101 places to see in Manhattan before you die.

90. Union Square Greenmarket

9.1
Union Sq W (btwn E 14th & E 17th St), New York, NY
Farmers Market · Union Square · 411 tips and reviews

Time Out New YorkTime Out New York: Keep your eyes peeled for bite-size samples—all locally grown or made—and don't forget to enjoy the fall colors in the park and in the produce.

Balthazar is one of 101 places to see in Manhattan before you die.

91. Balthazar

9.0
80 Spring St (at Crosby St), New York, NY
French Restaurant · SoHo · 1057 tips and reviews

Gossip GirlGossip Girl: See and be seen when you’re dining al fresco at this SoHo staple. Just don’t be surprised if your secret convo ends up on Page Six - or on gossipgirl.net. Read more.

92. The Biergarten at The Standard

8.3
848 Washington St (btwn Little W 12th & W 13th St), New York, NY
Beer Garden · Meatpacking District · 383 tips and reviews

Bon Appetit MagazineBon Appetit Magazine: Besides great views, The Standard hotel also has NY's hippest beer garden. The menu, designed by Michelin-starred chef Kurt Gutenbrunner, includes fat, flavor-packed sausages and plus-size pretzels. Read more.

Pies 'n' Thighs is one of 101 places to see in Manhattan before you die.

93. Pies 'n' Thighs

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

nymagnymag: Taste the best of Southern-friend Brooklyn here with the catfish entrée or the excellent fried chicken box. Featured in Where to Eat 2011! Read more.

Bloomingdale's is one of 101 places to see in Manhattan before you die.

94. Bloomingdale's

8.4
1000 3rd Ave Fl 5 (btwn E 59th & E 60th St), New York, NY
Department Store · Upper East Side · 342 tips and reviews

Arielle S.Arielle Smith: if you're from out of state/country, go to the visitor's desk and get 10% off (almost the whole store)!

Harlem Tavern is one of 101 places to see in Manhattan before you die.

95. Harlem Tavern

7.5
2153 Frederick Douglass Blvd (at 116th St), New York, NY
Sports Bar · Central Harlem · 291 tips and reviews

Tali K.Tali Keteri: Try one of the many awesome beers on tap ...after that go for one of their frozen drinks. Love. At .first. Sip.

Calle Ocho is one of 101 places to see in Manhattan before you die.

96. Calle Ocho

2756 Broadway (at 106th St), New York, NY
Cuban Restaurant · Upper West Side · 292 tips and reviews

The Corcoran GroupThe Corcoran Group: Go for brunch and enjoy complimentary sangria during your meal. Try the Currito Sucio or the Frita Cubana. If you stay too long (or drink too much), they will ask you to leave.

Bethel Gospel Assembly is one of 101 places to see in Manhattan before you die.

97. Bethel Gospel Assembly

2-26 East 120th St. (at Madison Ave.), New York, NY
Church · East Harlem · 15 tips and reviews

J Darren H.J Darren Hicks: This is an Amazing Church in Harlem, NYC when visiting the city. Be Welcomed!!!

Museum of Sex is one of 101 places to see in Manhattan before you die.

98. Museum of Sex

7.4
233 5th Ave (at E 27th St), New York, NY
Erotic Museum · NoMad · 196 tips and reviews

The Corcoran GroupThe Corcoran Group: Not as risqué as it’s name would suggest. The exhibits are interesting, but half as much as the gift shop! Try and find a coupon for discounted admission.

John's Pizzeria is one of 101 places to see in Manhattan before you die.

99. John's Pizzeria

8.3
260 W 44th St (at 8th Ave), New York, NY
Pizzeria · Theater District · 349 tips and reviews

The Corcoran GroupThe Corcoran Group: One of our favorite places to come for a pizza dinner with friends! This huge space is open late. Try a Traditional with Prosciutto and Basil. Fried Calamari is good too!

Intrepid Sea, Air & Space Museum is one of 101 places to see in Manhattan before you die.

100. Intrepid Sea, Air & Space Museum

9.1
Pier 86 (at W 46th St & 12th Ave), New York, NY
History Museum · Hell's Kitchen · 348 tips and reviews

DoraDora: Don't miss out on a simulator ride, which is worth the extra wait (and fee). Purchase an All Access Pass for a discounted package rate. Powered by ParentsConnect.com Read more.

Foursquare HQ is one of 101 places to see in Manhattan before you die.

101. Foursquare HQ

568 Broadway Fl 10 (at Prince St), New York, NY
Tech Startup · SoHo · 188 tips and reviews