Take in some of the best views of Manhattan while gawking at the bridal couples being photographed, watching your kids run around or while riding the glorious carousel.
The oldest beer garden in New York City! Go for the live music, pitchers of cold Czech beer and fresh grilled Klobasa.
Enjoy this popular and scenic route on a bike, on roller blades or on your own two feet. You'll enjoy great people watching, nature spotting and gorgeous cityscapes.
One of our favorite NY things to do is have cocktails after work on the roof of the Metropolitan, and take in the best views of Central Park. Open through late fall. Closed on Mondays.
Hundreds of vendors selling vintage clothing, antiques, new jewelry and arts & crafts. Definitely go for the expanding selection of food!
Morimoto now offers boxed picnic lunches to High Line visitors; the multi-course meal includes salad, miso soup, California roll with 3, 4, or 8 pieces of sushi & bottled water (via @GrubStreet)
Ask for Daria, she was patient and funny and made our trail ride magical. Get there early.
On Wednesdays it's a "Suggested Donation" day which includes everything but a camel ride. So take a personal day and spend it exploring the wild wonders of the Animal Kingdom.
The perfect Saturday activity for anyone who is hungry. We recommend bike riding there. Don’t miss the Pulled Pork Sliders from Mighty Quinn’s and the Blood Orange Doughnut from Dough!
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.
Order the Iced Spanish Latte or Iced Mocha when it gets warm out (or in the winter if you drink iced coffee year-round)! They secretly make a mean grilled cheese as well.
With out a doubt, the best place to sit with a cup of coffee and the one you love and enjoy the most spectacular views of Manhattan.
Just across the river is this beautiful oasis that is never overrun with people! Enjoy running (there also a track), biking, tennis, a play or a relaxing picnic. They also have free WiFi!
Our favorite place to shop for locally grown foods – just be warned, you have to be tolerant of crowds. You must go to the Red Jacked Orchards and Rick’s Picks stands!
The huge slide in this hidden playground is so much fun for the kiddies, and their parents as well!
Make reservations and come with a large group of friends and enjoy brunch with unlimited champagne cocktails in the back garden. We'd recommend the Wake & Bake or the Shakshuka.
Check out the Japanese tea garden and visit the Koi fish. Wednesday nights, members can bring picnic blankets and baskets to enjoy a dinner on the lawn.
Get there early to take in the heavenly views of Manhattan while sipping on your favorite cocktail. Eventually, the masses will arrive and you’ll be fighting to keep your spot.
Great way to start a morning is to briskly walk around the Great Lawn during the off-leash hours of 9pm-9am and meet other friendly dog owners. Exercise for you and your pup while bonding with nature.
Only open during the warmer months of the year, this spot is known for amazing cream and water ices. Take a date, grab some Mint Cookie or Rainbow Cookie ices and eat them in Madison Square Park.
