Guidebook for New York
Arts & Culture
One of the largest Collections of Art in the world. the $24 Admission is "Recommended" so you can simply donate a few dollars and enjoy the museum. Enjoy!
2653 locals recommend
The Metropolitan Museum of Art
1000 5th AveOne of the largest Collections of Art in the world. the $24 Admission is "Recommended" so you can simply donate a few dollars and enjoy the museum. Enjoy!
An amazing museum with one of the largest Natural History Collections on earth. Quite a treat for all Ages!
1623 locals recommend
American Museum of Natural History
200 Central Park WestAn amazing museum with one of the largest Natural History Collections on earth. Quite a treat for all Ages!
The Opera house of New York City. Fine and performing Arts. Wonderful experiences to be had daily.
621 locals recommend
Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts
Lincoln Center PlazaThe Opera house of New York City. Fine and performing Arts. Wonderful experiences to be had daily.
Modest comedy club presenting young & seasoned performers plus occasional big names.
19 locals recommend
Stand-Up New York
236 W 78th StModest comedy club presenting young & seasoned performers plus occasional big names.
Sightseeing
Great Eatery on the Lake within Central Park. You can also Rent A Row boat and enjoy the lake with the family. $15 a boat that fits around 4-5 people. Enjoy!
169 locals recommend
The Loeb Boathouse
East 72nd StreetGreat Eatery on the Lake within Central Park. You can also Rent A Row boat and enjoy the lake with the family. $15 a boat that fits around 4-5 people. Enjoy!
An elevated railway that was transformed into a picturesque park in recent years. Stretching the west side highway from 17th street to 30th street. You can start at 30th and walk down to the meatpacking district.
2323 locals recommend
The High Line Park
An elevated railway that was transformed into a picturesque park in recent years. Stretching the west side highway from 17th street to 30th street. You can start at 30th and walk down to the meatpacking district.
Food Scene
$$$ out of 4 - One of my personal favorites. Where Carrie from Sex & city had her Famous Bridal Shower. Perfect for an amazing night or Celebration. In the meatpacking district by all nightlife.
115 locals recommend
Buddakan
75 9th Ave$$$ out of 4 - One of my personal favorites. Where Carrie from Sex & city had her Famous Bridal Shower. Perfect for an amazing night or Celebration. In the meatpacking district by all nightlife.
Ornate Northern Italian spot serving pasta & brick-oven pizza amid Renaissance-style murals & decor.
17 locals recommend
Machiavelli
519 Columbus AveOrnate Northern Italian spot serving pasta & brick-oven pizza amid Renaissance-style murals & decor.
$$ out of 4 - Posh chain serving American fare, including brunch & dessert. Some offer dinner & cocktails.
54 locals recommend
Sarabeth's Upper West Side
423 Amsterdam Ave$$ out of 4 - Posh chain serving American fare, including brunch & dessert. Some offer dinner & cocktails.
$$$ Tapas/Small Plates, Spanish, Tapas Bars
Our favorite dishes included the lamb skewers, the bacon-wrapped dates, the ox tail, and croquettes
117 locals recommend
Boqueria
1460 2nd Ave$$$ Tapas/Small Plates, Spanish, Tapas Bars
Our favorite dishes included the lamb skewers, the bacon-wrapped dates, the ox tail, and croquettes
$$ - Wonderful Italian Restaurant, Great vibes, outdoor seating if you get lucky. Gnocci is amazing! Must try for everyone!
161 locals recommend
Uva
1486 2nd Ave$$ - Wonderful Italian Restaurant, Great vibes, outdoor seating if you get lucky. Gnocci is amazing! Must try for everyone!
$$ - Seafood
I had a lobster schooner, crab roll and the empress crab claws. The staff is friendly and this quality is great!
53 locals recommend
Luke's Lobster Upper East Side
242 E 81st St$$ - Seafood
I had a lobster schooner, crab roll and the empress crab claws. The staff is friendly and this quality is great!
$$ - Food is absolutely stellar, and BYOB doesn't hurt. hunkar begendi for entree and it was pretty good.
Dolmades and chef's borek were very good Zucchini was great
17 locals recommend
Agora Turkish
1565 2nd Ave$$ - Food is absolutely stellar, and BYOB doesn't hurt. hunkar begendi for entree and it was pretty good.
Dolmades and chef's borek were very good Zucchini was great
Amoun Moroccan Cuisine & Lounge
320 E 6th StHooka bar with lounge atmosphere. Good vibes.
$$$ - Greek Restaurant - One of the best in UES in my opinion. The octopus was heavenly, and grilled gently and crispy
13 locals recommend
Yefsi Estiatorio
1481 York Ave$$$ - Greek Restaurant - One of the best in UES in my opinion. The octopus was heavenly, and grilled gently and crispy
$$ - Sushi -
Don't forget to try their yummy Triple Ceviche and Curry Udon! We got the Baja Fresh and yellowtail basil roll.
Oita Sushi
833 Union Street$$ - Sushi -
Don't forget to try their yummy Triple Ceviche and Curry Udon! We got the Baja Fresh and yellowtail basil roll.
Jean Claude 2
1343 2nd Ave$$$ - French The bread pudding was unlike any other we've had. This place is great.
$$$ - Italian
If you are looking for that classic neighborhood Italian place then this is the place. From the classic dining room to the excellent service. The wine list was great and we really enjoyed the Sangiovese we ordered.
It was truffle week so the pasta with black truffles was absolutely terrific. Just the right mix of truffle oil and shave truffles. Delightful without being overpowering. The yellow tuna crudito was also excellent. Fresh and light with tomatoes and burrata.
9 locals recommend
Lusardi's
1494 2nd Ave$$$ - Italian
If you are looking for that classic neighborhood Italian place then this is the place. From the classic dining room to the excellent service. The wine list was great and we really enjoyed the Sangiovese we ordered.
It was truffle week so the pasta with black truffles was absolutely terrific. Just the right mix of truffle oil and shave truffles. Delightful without being overpowering. The yellow tuna crudito was also excellent. Fresh and light with tomatoes and burrata.
Bistro Le Steak
1309 3rd Ave$$$ - French Steakhouse. Great Vibes & ambiance. Awesome food.
$$$ - Italian
Usually a piano player is there during dinner hours. Reservations are good.
6 locals recommend
Nino's
442 Bergen St$$$ - Italian
Usually a piano player is there during dinner hours. Reservations are good.
Drinks & Nightlife
Rooftop Club/Lounge in the meatpacking District. Great Vibes if you enjoy Clubbing & Dancing. Many clubs are in Meatpacking district downtown. You can walk around and see many of them.
59 locals recommend
PHD Lounge
355 W 16th StRooftop Club/Lounge in the meatpacking District. Great Vibes if you enjoy Clubbing & Dancing. Many clubs are in Meatpacking district downtown. You can walk around and see many of them.
Wonderful Rooftop lounge with 2 levels and amazing Views of the City from a high floor. Great ambiance definitely worth the view.
203 locals recommend
230 FIFTH ROOFTOP BAR NYC
1150 5th AveWonderful Rooftop lounge with 2 levels and amazing Views of the City from a high floor. Great ambiance definitely worth the view.
A lively lounge with Jazz Age-themed decor, a long cocktail list & free nightly music performances.
65 locals recommend
Prohibition
503 Columbus AveA lively lounge with Jazz Age-themed decor, a long cocktail list & free nightly music performances.
$$ out of 4 - Underground lounge where dark nooks & a waterfall lend a romantic, intimate vibe
28 locals recommend
Shalel Lounge
65 W 70th St$$ out of 4 - Underground lounge where dark nooks & a waterfall lend a romantic, intimate vibe
$$ - Nice lounge
It's a fun but intimate atmosphere with a respectable NYC-centric beer menu and great tasting small plates.
6 locals recommend
Eli's Night Shift
189 E 79th St$$ - Nice lounge
It's a fun but intimate atmosphere with a respectable NYC-centric beer menu and great tasting small plates.
Shopping
Simply one of the best luxury retailers in Manhattan. Its quite pricey however it has all the best brands from accross the world with all the newest styles. Steps from Central Park on 5th avenue. Worth seeing at least once.
155 locals recommend
Saks Fifth Avenue
611 5th AveSimply one of the best luxury retailers in Manhattan. Its quite pricey however it has all the best brands from accross the world with all the newest styles. Steps from Central Park on 5th avenue. Worth seeing at least once.
Parks & Nature
You can rent a rowboat for only $15 and row around the lake. Its tiring but amazing! Also you can rent bicycles. Great day out and about with family and budget friendly.
Loeb Boathouse Bike Rental
You can rent a rowboat for only $15 and row around the lake. Its tiring but amazing! Also you can rent bicycles. Great day out and about with family and budget friendly.