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.
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.
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 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.
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.
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.
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!
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!
Foodies, drinkies, fashionistas and design hounds can be found here. It’s why we love it!
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!
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 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.
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!
Located on the roof of 30 Rock visitors can get an unobstructed 360 degree view of New York City.
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!
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.
if you're from out of state/country, go to the visitor's desk and get 10% off (almost the whole store)!
