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New York City Marathon

1. Verrazzano-Narrows Bridge

Brooklyn/Staten Island (I-278), Brooklyn, NY
Bridge · 162 tips and reviews

The New York Daily NewsThe New York Daily News: PHOTO: Runners in the 1999 NYC Marathon cross the bridge on their way into Brooklyn. Click "More Info" for this great pic! Read more.

Verrazzano-Narrows Bridge is one of New York City Marathon.

2. Verrazzano-Narrows Bridge

Brooklyn/Staten Island (I-278), Brooklyn, NY
Bridge · 162 tips and reviews

The New York Daily NewsThe New York Daily News: PHOTO: John Travolta, Joe Cali and Donna Pescow and on the set of the 1977 movie "Saturday Night Fever" filming the famous Verrazano-Narrows Bridge scene...Click "More Info" to view photo! Read more.

Verrazzano-Narrows Bridge is one of New York City Marathon.

3. Verrazzano-Narrows Bridge

Brooklyn/Staten Island (I-278), Brooklyn, NY
Bridge · 162 tips and reviews

The New York Daily NewsThe New York Daily News: PHOTO: Marathon runners cross the Verrazano-Narrows Bridge at the start of the New York City Marathon in 1992. Read more.

Central Park West is one of New York City Marathon.

4. Central Park West

Central Park West (btwn W 59th & W 110th Sts), New York, NY
Road · Central Park · 57 tips and reviews

The New York Daily NewsThe New York Daily News: PHOTO: In 1983, New Zealander Rod Dixon left second-place Geoff Smith on the ground after a narrow victory. Click "More Info" for this incredible historic pic! Read more.

First and 62nd Clearview Cinemas is one of New York City Marathon.

5. First and 62nd Clearview Cinemas

400 E 62nd St (at 1st Ave.), New York, NY
Movie Theater · Upper East Side · 23 tips and reviews

The New York Daily NewsThe New York Daily News: PHOTO: A runner spots his family along 1st Ave. during the 2007 New York City Marathon. Photo at the link! Read more.

Ed Koch Queensboro Bridge is one of New York City Marathon.

6. Ed Koch Queensboro Bridge

Queensboro Bridge, New York, NY
Bridge · Roosevelt Island · 146 tips and reviews

The New York Daily NewsThe New York Daily News: PHOTO: Elite men run through the Ed Koch Queensboro Bridge towards the 16 mile mark and Manhattan during the 2007 New York Marathon. Photo at the link! Read more.

Prospect Expressway is one of New York City Marathon.

7. Prospect Expressway

NY-27, Brooklyn, NY
Road · Windsor Terrace · 5 tips and reviews

The New York Daily NewsThe New York Daily News: PHOTO: Fourth Ave. is jammed from the Prospect Expressway back to the Verrazano Bridge with runners participating in the 2001 New York City Marathon. Photo at the link! Read more.

Narrows Animal Hospital is one of New York City Marathon.

8. Narrows Animal Hospital

Brooklyn, NY
Veterinarian · Bay Ridge · 2 tips and reviews

The New York Daily NewsThe New York Daily News: PHOTO: Runners are a blur along 4th Ave. in Brooklyn as they compete in the 2009 New York Marathon. Photo at the link! Read more.

Willis Avenue Bridge is one of New York City Marathon.

9. Willis Avenue Bridge

Willis Ave, New York, NY
Bridge · 38 tips and reviews

The New York Daily NewsThe New York Daily News: PHOTO: The male leaders cross the Willis Ave. Bridge and enter the Bronx near the 20-mile marker during the 2007 New York City Marathon. Read more.

MTA Subway - 4th Ave/9th St (F/G/R) is one of New York City Marathon.

10. MTA Subway - 4th Ave/9th St (F/G/R)

4th Ave (btwn 9th & 10th), Brooklyn, NY
Metro Station · Gowanus · 11 tips and reviews

The New York Daily NewsThe New York Daily News: PHOTO: Check out this pic of the subway first being built here in 1931! Read more.

MTA Subway - Prospect Ave (R) is one of New York City Marathon.

11. MTA Subway - Prospect Ave (R)

581 4th Ave, Brooklyn, NY
Metro Station · Greenwood Heights · 2 tips and reviews

The New York Daily NewsThe New York Daily News: PHOTO: Marathon runners head north on 4th Ave. in Brooklyn towards the 10 mile mark during the 2007 New York Marathon. Photo at the link! Read more.

MTA Subway - Brook Ave (6) is one of New York City Marathon.

12. MTA Subway - Brook Ave (6)

Brook Ave (138th St), Bronx, NY
Metro Station · Mott Haven · 2 tips and reviews

The New York Daily NewsThe New York Daily News: PHOTO: As runners enter the Bronx, a man holds a sign reading "YER IN DA HOOD!" near the 20-mile marker during the New York City Marathon. Photo at the link! Read more.

John Paul Jones Park ('Cannonball Park') is one of New York City Marathon.

13. John Paul Jones Park ('Cannonball Park')

8.3
10108 4th Ave (101st St.), Brooklyn, NY
Park · Bay Ridge · 10 tips and reviews

The New York Daily NewsThe New York Daily News: PHOTO: Runners stream off the Verrazano-Narrows Bridge during the start of the 1993 New York City Marathon. Photo at the link! Read more.

Five Leaves is one of New York City Marathon.

14. Five Leaves

9.0
18 Bedford Ave (at Lorimer St), Brooklyn, NY
New American Restaurant · Greenpoint · 535 tips and reviews

The New York Daily NewsThe New York Daily News: PHOTO: Runners make their way along Nassau Ave. in Williamsburg, Brooklyn, during the 2006 New York City Marathon. Photo at the link! Read more.

Tavern on the Green is one of New York City Marathon.

15. Tavern on the Green

8.6
W 67th St (at West Dr), New York, NY
American Restaurant · Central Park · 189 tips and reviews

The New York Daily NewsThe New York Daily News: PHOTO: Showing off for the crowds, one runner stops shy of the finish line, and does push ups during the 2003 New York City marathon. Photo at the link! Read more.

MTA Subway - Bedford Ave (L) is one of New York City Marathon.

16. MTA Subway - Bedford Ave (L)

Bedford Ave. (at N 7th St.), Brooklyn, NY
Metro Station · Williamsburg · 32 tips and reviews

The New York Daily NewsThe New York Daily News: PHOTO: Hasidic men watch runners make their way through Williamsburg during 1998 New York City Marathon. Photo at the link! Read more.

Bed Bath & Beyond is one of New York City Marathon.

17. Bed Bath & Beyond

410 E 61st St (at 1st Ave), New York, NY
Furniture and Home Store · Upper East Side · 55 tips and reviews

The New York Daily NewsThe New York Daily News: PHOTO: A lone runner reacts to the cheering crowds as he makes his way along First Avenue after coming off the 59th Street Bridge during the 2005 New York City Marathon. Photo at the link! Read more.

Bay Ridge is one of New York City Marathon.

18. Bay Ridge

Brooklyn, NY
Neighborhood · 18 tips and reviews

The New York Daily NewsThe New York Daily News: PHOTO: Stunning aerial photo of runners advancing down 4th Ave. in Bay Ridge during the 2005 New York Marathon. Photo at the link! Read more.

Tavern on the Green is one of New York City Marathon.

19. Tavern on the Green

8.6
W 67th St (at West Dr), New York, NY
American Restaurant · Central Park · 189 tips and reviews

The New York Daily NewsThe New York Daily News: PHOTO: Fastest woman in New York! Marathon legend Grete Waitz crosses finish line during 1984 New York City Marathon. Photo at the link! Read more.

4th Avenue is one of New York City Marathon.

20. 4th Avenue

4th Ave, Brooklyn, NY
Road · Bay Ridge · 2 tips and reviews

The New York Daily NewsThe New York Daily News: PHOTO: A runner dressed in a cow costume is on the mooove on Fourth Ave.during the 2003 New York City Marathon. Photo at the link! Read more.

Tavern on the Green is one of New York City Marathon.

21. Tavern on the Green

8.6
W 67th St (at West Dr), New York, NY
American Restaurant · Central Park · 189 tips and reviews

The New York Daily NewsThe New York Daily News: PHOTO: The New York City Marathon finishes at Tavern on the Green. View classic photos of the marathon's history at the link! Read more.

Verrazzano-Narrows Bridge is one of New York City Marathon.

22. Verrazzano-Narrows Bridge

Brooklyn/Staten Island (I-278), Brooklyn, NY
Bridge · 162 tips and reviews

The New York Daily NewsThe New York Daily News: PHOTO: The New York City Marathon starts near the approach to the Verrazano-Narrows Bridge. View classic photos of the marathon's history at the link. Marathoners good luck! Read more.

Central Park is one of New York City Marathon.

23. Central Park

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

The New York Daily NewsThe New York Daily News: PHOTO: The New York City Marathon finishes at Tavern on the Green in Central Park. View classic photos of the marathon's history at the link! Read more.

Marcus Garvey Park is one of New York City Marathon.

24. Marcus Garvey Park

8.4
Mt. Morris Park W & Madison Ave (btwn W 120th & W 124th St), New York, NY
Park · Central Harlem · 52 tips and reviews

The New York Daily NewsThe New York Daily News: PHOTO: The New York Marathon passes Marcus Garvey Park in Harlem. View classic photos of the marathon's history at the link! Read more.

One Hanson Place /  Williamsburgh Savings Bank Tower is one of New York City Marathon.

25. One Hanson Place / Williamsburgh Savings Bank Tower

1 Hanson Pl (at Ashland Pl), Brooklyn, NY
Structure · Fort Greene · 16 tips and reviews

The New York Daily NewsThe New York Daily News: PHOTO: Stand at Flatbush and look up at the WSB Tower, just like this picture from 1955! Send your new view to @nydailynews on Twitter! Read more.

Sutton Place Park is one of New York City Marathon.

26. Sutton Place Park

8.5
1 Sutton Pl S (btwn E 56th & E 57th St), New York, NY
Park · Sutton Place · 23 tips and reviews

The New York Daily NewsThe New York Daily News: PHOTO: Right down 55th at number 416, JFK Jr.'s 18th birthday bash in 1978 ended in a brawl with photographers. Click "More Info" to see this great pic! Read more.

Oliver's Dog & Cat Clinic is one of New York City Marathon.

27. Oliver's Dog & Cat Clinic

2232 1st Ave, New York, NY
Veterinarian · East Harlem · 3 tips and reviews

The New York Daily NewsThe New York Daily News: PHOTO: Down the block, 416 E 115th street was once a Prohibition era speakeasy. Click "More Info" to see a pic of what it looked like in 1931! Read more.

Franklin Plaza Apts is one of New York City Marathon.

28. Franklin Plaza Apts

(1st Ave to 3rd Ave), New York, NY
Structure · East Harlem · 10 tips and reviews

The New York Daily NewsThe New York Daily News: PHOTO: War is over! Click "More Info" to see Harlem crowds on 107 St celebrating V-J Day, the end of World War II! Read more.

29. 2078 5th Ave

2078 5th Ave (at 128th St), New York, NY
Structure · Central Harlem · 1 tip

The New York Daily NewsThe New York Daily News: PHOTO: Famed hermits and hoarders the Collyer brothers lived here! See this historic photo of police breaking in to extract Homer Collyer's dead body on March 21, 1947! Read more.

Solomon R. Guggenheim Museum is one of New York City Marathon.

30. Solomon R. Guggenheim Museum

8.7
1071 5th Ave (at E 89th St), New York, NY
Art Museum · Carnegie Hill · 567 tips and reviews

The New York Daily NewsThe New York Daily News: PHOTO: The Guggenheim Museum opened in 1959. View interiors, exteriors and art from opening day! Photos at the link. Read more.

East Green is one of New York City Marathon.

31. East Green

Central Park (5th Ave btwn 69th & 72nd St), New York, NY
Field · Central Park · 16 tips and reviews

The New York Daily NewsThe New York Daily News: PHOTO: The Beatles take a horse drawn carriage ride through the park the day after their arrival in 1964, at the link! Read more.

Columbus Circle is one of New York City Marathon.

32. Columbus Circle

8.6
Columbus Cir (Broadway & 8th Ave), New York, NY
Plaza · 232 tips and reviews

The New York Daily NewsThe New York Daily News: PHOTO: A police officer halts traffic for Little Bo Peep and Little Boy Blue, leading the Parade of Lambs through Columbus Circle in 1956, at the link! Read more.

Grand Army Plaza is one of New York City Marathon.

33. Grand Army Plaza

8.7
768 5th Ave (at W 58th St), New York, NY
Plaza · 21 tips and reviews

The New York Daily NewsThe New York Daily News: PHOTO: Look up across 5th Ave to the top of the Sherry-Netherland Hotel, like this pic from 1927! Send your new view to @nydailynews on Twitter! Read more.