If you're not swimming in money you can pay whatever you want (yes, you can get in free). Try to pick a section to focus on as the museum is a waste if you try to see it all in one day.
How much more touristy could this list get? Let's face it though, Central park is what every park should be. Find the Baldo Statue, and if you're not already in love, what are you doing in NYC?
Friday afternoon are free. Spend the most time on floors 2-3 as they usually feature the limited time exhibitions.
Go in, try the "whispering gallery" (unmarked archway, located in front of the Oyster Bar & Restaurant, speak on either side and the other can hear you) and get out of this tourist trap.
2nd largest library in the United States, 4th largest in the world. Tip: The best room by far for a New Yorker to escape is the History and Geography room that overlooks Bryant Park.
The building was recently restored to its beautiful original state. Tip: Check the calendar as celebrities often pass through to "light" the lights on top of the building.
Yes, you have to go here. Try to spot the foursquare office, but you might miss it with all the street art, shops and hipsters.
The place is honestly a let down (even during the OWS raid, trust me I was there) but you have to go to say to your non NYC friends that you've been.
For a New Yorker, the natural beauty of the gardens in the shadows the castle is a great escape from the hustle. Think French villa and you're set.
Free Ferry ride to and from Staten Island. It's the cheapest way to see The Statue of Liberty up close and the financial district from afar. It's a great ride too.
Hidden in Staten Island, the Arthur Kill Ship Graveyard features boats centuries old laid to rest.Tip: Walk to the two giant abandoned oil refineries, climb up the stairs and take in the amazing view
