The UN complex contains three main buildings: the Secretariat, completed in 1950, the General Assembly building (1952) and the Dag Hammarskjold Library (1963) in a park-like setting.
Formerly located in center plaza between Twin Towers. Miraculously survived events of 9/11. Created by artist Fritz Koenig in 1971. Weighs 45K lbs. Moved to Battery Park Mar-2002. More info in blog Read more.
The ultimate post-mortem vanity plate to himself, Joseph Pulitzer left $50,000 for the Pulitzer Fountain, to be erected in Grand Army Plaza at the South Eastern tip of Central Park. Read more.
Enjoy a romantic get-away without leaving the city, and take in the best views of the Statue of Liberty.
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.
“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.
If you want the real New York-style steakhouse, it helps to actually do it in New York. You really can’t do any better or more authentic than Keens. – Anthony Bourdain, No Reservations Read more.
The best small venue for checking out headlining comics has seen Dave Chappelle, Susie Essman, Tracy Morgan and others grace its stage. Read more.
Evokes the feel of a traditional London clubhouse. Modern English food such as grass-fed burgers and mac n' cheese. You can get our free Downtown dining guide at http://www.downtownny.com/mapsguides/
A ferry ride to a historic New England village (with barracks and a castle). Quickest way to get out of town during the summer.
In this small, single room are powerful artifacts and photos from September 11th, 2001. After you walk through, visit the Memorial Gardens and reflecting pools nearby to put it all in perspective.
The BEST way to get to JFK. Take the LIRR from Penn to Jamaica and take the AirTran right to your terminal for $13.25 in about an hour. Free between terminals.
This place has been in the downtown area for 20 years. One of the best pizzerias in NY. A must have if you are here.
The scores of Hasidic Jewish salesmen at B&H have the biggest inventory and the best prices in town. It's like Epcot Center for the bargain shopper. Closed on Shabbos, open on Christmas! - IFC Staff
New York: Superior has New York tacos that your L.A. friends can't knock. You'll be seeing the world through pork-colored lenses after you try these carnitas. - IFC Staff
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.
David Chang’s latest is one of our favorite new restaurants, and the majestic, beef seven ways feast here is unforgettable. Featured in Where to Eat 2011! Read more.
Try the Cavitini with Imperial Vodka made from wheat and rye served dry, chilled and up with 10-grams Hackleback Caviar and olives. It's a classic Russian cocktail and absolutely delicious.
One of the more fascinating museums in NYC – situated in the old US Customs House – where admission is FREE everyday and it’s rarely crowded.
In the early 17th century New Netherlands Director-General Peter Stuyvesant built a 5-6' wall on the city outskirts to protect vs. attack. The path along it? Wall Street. More info avail via our blog Read more.
After falling into disrepair in recent years, this park, featuring seven sculptures by the great postwar sculptor that bears its name, has been immaculately restored by the city.
Getting your Gordon Gecko on? Revel in the prix fixe, get a slow-poached egg if it’s available, and don’t ignore the sake selection. Read more.
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
PHOTO: View of the Flatiron Building from Madison Square Park circa 1923. Click more info to view photo. Read more.
one of the only positive things i can say about this area of the city.
The ambience? You couldn’t buy this for a million dollars or 10 million dollars. Delicious. – Anthony Bourdain, No Reservations Read more.
Awesome brunch, but be prepared to WAIT. Try the Egg Rothkos or the Biscuits & Gravy. Less of a wait for dinner, when you should try the Fried Oyster Sandwich or the Carolina Kale.
World-class art on display with no entrance fee to the museum. Have your smartphone ready and take photos of the breathtaking view over Los Angeles!
Bobby Flay cooks food that is both obviously American and obviously only his own. Seafood salad to start, steak to finish, Cab all the way. Read more.
Enter through Cipriani on the balcony at Grand Central & you'll feel as if you have entered a bygone era. Drinks are expensive ($15 martini) but the atmosphere is worth it. Reserve a table in advance.
Dreamy, in the best sense of the word. The application of the delicate to the brutish elevates the experience of dining on ultra-lipids. Read more.
Old New York glamour – gentlemen must wear a jacket and no jeans allowed. The service is amazing. Try the ‘21’ Burger.
A little pricey but the food is excellent, well made with attention to the Puerto Rican nuance on comida creolla.
Greeted by Roy Lichtenstein’s 70 foot tall “Mural with Blue Brushstrokes”, the public spaces are dedicated to exhibition galleries and public art. The Lichtenstein was initially commissioned... Read more.
The lobby of 505 Fifth Avenue is a permanent art installation. Artist James Turrell’s collaboration with architects Kohn Pederson Fox Associates have transformed the office building lobby Read more.
Automobile-inspired, Art Deco decadence, the Chrysler building is one of the most recognizable buildings in the world and was designed by William Van Alen. Built in 1930, it was the headquarters for Read more.
Many lobbies of corporations in New York feature art collections that are accessible to the public. The New York Times building commissioned a site specific piece for their Times Square lobby. Read more.
You have probably never noticed Max Neuhaus’ permanent installation, “Times Square.” Like me, most New Yorkers avoid the tourist heavy area at all costs. Read more.
Not all sculptures are by artists- South African-American geophysicist and oceanographer Athelstan Spilhaus created the piece located at Rockefeller’s McGraw-Hill Building. Located in the sunken Read more.
I had naively originally thought Robert Indiana’s LOVE sculpture was unique to Philadelphia’s LOVE park. I couldn’t have been more wrong. The original image was designed for the Museum of Modern Art Read more.
a place to experience after a walk in battery park or a visit to downtown nyc. a beautiful quiet spot where to sit and read.
Completed in 1923 as the HQ of AT&T (who remained here until 1984). Exterior has 198 Doric columns. Building maintains the highest usage of marble of any building in NYC. More info in our blog Read more.
On May 17, 1792, 24 stock brokers came to an agreement to only trade amongst each other and formalize trading. This agreement, in essence, started the NY Stock Exchange. More info via our blog Read more.
Airtrain it back to Manhattan if you're travelling solo. It takes an hour and it's only $7 compared to a $50 cab where you can get stuck in traffic. Just follow the signs.
Known internationally for the ladies who lunch. -Luann De Lesseps, Real Housewives of New York City
