Statue of Liberty & Ellis Island

The most iconic monument in the world, plus the deeply moving Ellis Island Immigration Museum where over 12 million immigrants entered the United States. Ferry…

High Line — Elevated Linear Park

A 1.5-mile elevated public park built on a former freight rail line. Wild gardens, sculptures, and unique vantage points over the Hudson Yards, the West…

Union Square Greenmarket

Manhattan’s flagship farmers market, open year-round Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays, and Saturdays. Over 140 regional farmers, fishers, and bakers. A fantastic stop for a snack, fresh…

Brooklyn Botanic Garden

A 52-acre botanic garden with over 14,000 plant varieties from around the world. The Cherry Esplanade in late April draws thousands; the Japanese Hill-and-Pond Garden…

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

One of the world’s great art museums, with collections spanning 5,000 years of human creativity across two locations. The Egyptian Wing, the European Paintings galleries,…

Coney Island Beach & Boardwalk

New York City’s favorite summer destination. Two miles of free public beach, a historic boardwalk, the Cyclone roller coaster, the Wonder Wheel, classic Nathan’s hot…

Brooklyn Bridge Park

An 85-acre revitalized post-industrial waterfront park stretching 1.3 miles along the East River. Six piers offer everything from soccer fields to handball courts to a…