Guidebook for New York
Essentials
Trader Joe's
130 Court StExcellent grocery shopping.
Trader Joe's Wine Shop
138 E 14th StExcellent wine store.
Westside Market
2840 BroadwayExcellent grocery shopping.
Parks & Nature
My favorite place to spend a beautiful day in the city, Washington Square Park is an amazing place to sample eclectic New York artists and entertainers, or jut a grab a bench and watch the world go by.
946 locals recommend
Washington Square Park
Washington SquareMy favorite place to spend a beautiful day in the city, Washington Square Park is an amazing place to sample eclectic New York artists and entertainers, or jut a grab a bench and watch the world go by.
Formerly an elevated rail line that has been converted into an urban park for strolling. Less relaxing and entertaining than Washington Square Park but a marvel of urban blight transformation.
2323 locals recommend
The High Line Park
Formerly an elevated rail line that has been converted into an urban park for strolling. Less relaxing and entertaining than Washington Square Park but a marvel of urban blight transformation.
Drinks & Nightlife
Converted pier on the Hudson River is a great place to hang out and grab a drink on a sunny day. Check the weather, it could get cold or windy!
141 locals recommend
Frying Pan
207 12th AveConverted pier on the Hudson River is a great place to hang out and grab a drink on a sunny day. Check the weather, it could get cold or windy!
Rooftop bar with incredible views of the Empire State Building and other skyscrapers.
164 locals recommend
230 5th Ave
230 5th AveRooftop bar with incredible views of the Empire State Building and other skyscrapers.
One of my favorite barss in the neighborhood is subtly located above 2nd Avenue. There is a pool table, order the Drunken Coconut if you're feeling tropical...
13 locals recommend
Kingston Hall
149 2nd AveOne of my favorite barss in the neighborhood is subtly located above 2nd Avenue. There is a pool table, order the Drunken Coconut if you're feeling tropical...
A few doors down from the building, this bar is conveniently located with great beer and cocktail options. No food served.
20 locals recommend
The Belfry
222 E 14th StA few doors down from the building, this bar is conveniently located with great beer and cocktail options. No food served.
Unbelievable tequila and mezcal-based cocktails in a cozy two-floor bar. Perfect for 2 or small groups.
71 locals recommend
Mayahuel Mariposa
304 East 6th StreetUnbelievable tequila and mezcal-based cocktails in a cozy two-floor bar. Perfect for 2 or small groups.
Great venue in the heart of Williamsburg for concerts with a side of bowling.
825 locals recommend
Brooklyn Bowl
61 Wythe AveGreat venue in the heart of Williamsburg for concerts with a side of bowling.
Food Scene
Best slice of pizza in Manhattan, this location is located on the other side of Third Avenue on the same side of the street as the apartment. You can also try the original location on Carmine Street in the West Village and stroll around the neighborhood.
337 locals recommend
Joe's Pizza
7 Carmine StBest slice of pizza in Manhattan, this location is located on the other side of Third Avenue on the same side of the street as the apartment. You can also try the original location on Carmine Street in the West Village and stroll around the neighborhood.
Excellent espresso and coffee located in the front of a local theater. Located around the corner from the apartment.
46 locals recommend
Everyman Espresso
301 W BroadwayExcellent espresso and coffee located in the front of a local theater. Located around the corner from the apartment.
Tompkins Square Bagels
165 Avenue AGreat nearby bagelry.
Wolfgang's
4 Park AveMy favorite steakhouse in NY.
Jules Bistro
65 St Marks PlGreat French bistro with live jazz nightly.
Alta
64 W 10th StAmazing tapas restaurant.
Katz's Delicatessen
205 E Houston StFamous NY kosher-style deli. Get the pastrami.
Russ & Daughters
179 E Houston StFish purveyors, it's awesome.
Amazing bagel and brunch restaurant. On the expensive side but very good. May need a reservation.
28 locals recommend
Sadelle's
463 W BroadwayAmazing bagel and brunch restaurant. On the expensive side but very good. May need a reservation.
Arts & Culture
Opera, ballet, symphony orchestra performances. Also architecturally stunning.
621 locals recommend
Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts
Lincoln Center PlazaOpera, ballet, symphony orchestra performances. Also architecturally stunning.
Incredible public repository of masterpieces throughout the history.
2653 locals recommend
The Metropolitan Museum of Art
1000 5th AveIncredible public repository of masterpieces throughout the history.
Shopping
Convenience store, pharmacy and limited grocery for any toiletries, drinks or snacks you may need.
455 locals recommend
Duane Reade
110 Newark AveConvenience store, pharmacy and limited grocery for any toiletries, drinks or snacks you may need.
Snack and drink shop conveniently located across the street from the apartment.
19 locals recommend
7-Eleven
1381 Atlantic AveSnack and drink shop conveniently located across the street from the apartment.
Sightseeing
Now a museum, this island reachable by ferry from Battery Park was once the arrival point for immigrants to the United States during the late 19th and early 20th centuries.
178 locals recommend
Ellis Island
Now a museum, this island reachable by ferry from Battery Park was once the arrival point for immigrants to the United States during the late 19th and early 20th centuries.
9/11 Memorial South Pool
180 Greenwich StBrooklyn Bridge
Brooklyn Bridge PromenadeIconic NY suspension bridge. Walk to Brooklyn.
SoHo
Charming cobblestone shopping district replete with lofts.
West Village
The best neighborhood in Manhattan to stroll around.