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There’s nothing like coming to NYC for your summer shop splurge. The city’s plethora of well-curated boutiques, world-famous department stores, and legendary shopping districts are bursting with merch to help you beat the heat and make you even cooler. Hudson Yards, 57th Street, Madison Avenue, Brookfield Place, Columbus Circle, SoHo, Empire Outlets on Staten Island, and nearly every other square inch of the city offers irreplaceable items to tote home. –Wendy Tittel CATS OFF-BROADWAY : : You may have missed the long-running Broadway show, but you’ll never be late again with the Kit-Kat Clock, garnering a place in pop culture for over 80 years. This limited-edition item from the New York Public Library will charm even the most jaded NYer with its iconic rolling eyes, cheerful grin, wagging tail, and scarlet color. Kit-Cat’s timeless character and durable craftsmanship will endure for generations to come, U.S. ($60). Stephen A. Schwarzman Building, Fifth Avenue and 42nd Street, shop.nypl.org

SHE’S LIKE A RAINBOW : : The Rainbow Obsidian Necklace from designer Joan Hornig and the Museum of Arts and Design is one of those objects best showcased with your crisp summer whites. The 23” long necklace is made from rainbow obsidian, amethyst, sterling silver, and pure talent. Be divine, be inspired, be you! ($900). 2 Columbus Circle, madmuseum.org

HIPPER THAN THE CITY : : Totally Instagrammable and more than just a trophy score, this NY illustration t-shirt from Mure + Grand is sure to rock in person too. We love this shirt for its whimsy, not to mention it’s comfortable enough to dream up your next New York City visit in. Screen printed in-house on a 100% cotton shirt. Style alert! Wear it with a French tuck or roll the sleeves. You can also browse this boutique experience founded in NYC for accessories, jewelry, and more young-minded apparel. Spending a day at the Seaport? Check them out here: 16 Fulton St., mureandgrand.com 14 Everything To Do NYC

MY FUTURE’S SO BRIGHT : : Don’t let the sun’s rays get in your way of viewing all that NYC has to offer on a sunny day with these (unisex) MILTZEN sunglasses from Moscot. For over 100 years, this family-owned shop has been doing fine optometry fittings as well as offering trendy off-theshelf pieces to an adoring fan base. Frames pictured are optioned out in Citron/Tortoise, but you can choose from a varied selection of colors to suit your inimitable style ($320). 188 Columbus Ave. and other locations in Manhattan and Brooklyn, moscot.com

MADE FOR WALKING : : Stylin’ Men’s Waffle One SE Nikes from Extra Butter will help you go all those extra blocks when a lesser man’s feet tire out for the day. These retro sueded mix running shoes are perfect for everything from roaming Central Park to crossing the Brooklyn Bridge and chillin’ in DUMBO. The semi-transparent mesh lets you show off your sock game ($100). 125 Orchard St., extrabutterny.com

BLOOMIN’ COOLNESS : : The Summer Bloom Canty SS shirt (color: Afterglow) from Saturdays NYC is your perfect short sleeve camp collar shirt. Styled for city visits, yet works in a multitude of places from outdoor beer halls to modern sit-downs with friends old and new. They cut it in a soft cotton-tencel blend so it drapes on the body when you’re working that old school untucked look. Featuring original Summer Bloom Graphics ($165). 31 Crosby St., saturdaysnyc.com KEEP YOUR HEAD ABOUT YOU : : ...on the streets and inside with the Ripstop Safari Bucket Hat from the men’s store Aimé Leon Dore. This optimal summer hat is constructed of 100% cotton and can be conveniently tossed into the washing machine with all your other laundry when you get home from your NYC vacay. It’s even got a cord and adjustable toggle to fit heads of many sizes, solving yet another life issue ($60). 214 Mulberry St., aimeleondore.com

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One of the city’s great pleasures is exploring its stores— and by extension, its neighborhoods. Here are our picks for must-see, must-shop spots all around NYC. By Evan Levy Starting in Lower Manhattan, you won’t want to miss the soaring, cathedral-like space that defines the Oculus. The world-class collection of shops here is definitely about time— or it will be, when you peruse the selection of timepieces at Breitling, Tissot, and Longines. You’ll also find leather goods by Smythson, the perfect writing implement from Mont Blanc, and a way to indulge your whimsical side with a visit to Toytoise, which offers beautifully designed racecars, rock16 Everything To Do NYC

ets, and other toys on the go. A little ways north is the perennially chic SoHo, which retains its cult status with a focus on the cutting edge (Y3 Concept Store, with clothing by Japanese designer Yohji Yamamoto; the trendy A.P.C, with an emphasis on stylish basics like denim, outerwear, and sweatshirts; and Supreme, known for its collaborations with musicians and designers, including Louis Vuitton). Try Broken English for a mix of

new and estate jewelry and peruse Alexander Wang’s New York flagship for minimalist fashion mastery. Upmarket shoppers flock to the Meatpacking District, where women’s fashion can be found at Alice + Olivia, perfume at Bond No 9, and men’s and women’s boutique picks at Marni Meatpacking Market. Just uptown from there is one of the city’s newest shopping—and must see—destinations: Hudson Yards. Beyond

Above: Find over 700,000 square feet of shopping in the shadow of The Vessel at Hudson Yards.

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New York Transit Museum plus local favorites like Jacques the Edge features gifts and col- can’t be missed (they’re clasTorres Chocolate and ingredilectibles, many of which were sics, after all). Head to the forent specialists Spices and created just for Hudson Yards; mer, arguably New York’s most Tease. while Carmen Sol is on a misfamous street, for a who’s If outlet shopping is your sion to make its eco-conscious who of designer fashion. From preference, NYC finally has a “jelly” material a staple with Bulgari to Cartier, Tiffany to destination of its own. Empire its shoes, bags, and jewelry. Gucci, the storied street never Outlets is right on the other Feeling sporty? Then you’ll goes out of fashion—much like side of a Staten Island Ferry want to find your way to the its stores. Basketball fans can ride and full of favorite brands NHL Shop in nearby Manhattan shop at the newly reopened including H&M, Banana West, where fans can access flagship NBA Store on Fifth Republic Factory, and Normerchandise from all 32 NHL Avenue as well. (Soccer fans dstrom Rack. On the New teams. shouldn’t feel left out—it’s not Jersey side, The Mills at Jersey Just off Central Park you’ll too far to the Pelé Soccer store Gardens is the Garden State’s find The Shops at Columbus on Broadway.) On Madison largest outlet and value retail Circle, where MAC, Moleskine, Avenue, some of the names center with over 200 stores all Montmartre, and Michael Kors include Fendi, Giorgio Armani, under one roof. beckon, while newer outposts and Berluti. No matter what you’re like Lululemon and the CAMP Grand Central Terminal is not searching for, you can track it stores offer ways to work out, just one of the city’s most down in NYC. Check out these and work in some time for cre- inspiring public spaces, it’s also finds, then discover your own. ativity. an excellent place to shop, You never know what’s in Fifth and Madison Avenues with great souvenirs from the store.

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iconic American-made aviator clothing, both in civilian and military design. You’ve seen their jackets across pop culture from Steve McQueen to Tom Hardy to U.S. Presidents. Visit their midtown showroom and find quality and craftsmanship unlike any other. Appointments are required to ensure they have your jacket size when you arrive. 15 W. 39th St., 12th Floor (btw. Fifth & Sixth Aves.), 212-5751616, cockpitusa.com

The new NHL Shop flagship store holds down a sprawling spot in Manhattan West, which is also the site of the National Hockey League’s new corporate headquarters. Find merchandise for all 32 NHL clubs, including women’s, men’s, and youth styles. On-site jersey, t-shirt, and headwear customization is available, along with a curated selection of novelties, outerwear, and more. This is an immersive experience, so look for events (there’s an augmentGRAND BAZAAR NYC ed-reality photo booth for player appearances) Every Sunday on the Upper West Side you and unique artifacts from the Hockey Hall of can check out Grand Bazaar NYC (above), the Fame. 385 Ninth Ave. (33rd St.), 646-876-4835, city’s largest curated market—and most nhl.com distinctive! Come hungry: there are great artisanal food options as well. Open 10am-5pm. NBA STORE Columbus Ave. & 77th St., 212-239-3025, The National Basketball Association has grandbazaarnyc.org reopened its iconic flagship NBA Store. Find official NBA (and WNBA) merchandise and LINHART DENTISTRY memorabilia, including exclusive NBA prodDr. Jan Linhart, D.D.S., P.C. has been practicucts, apparel, jerseys, headwear, sporting ing the art and science of dentistry for over 40 goods, toys, and collectibles from major years. Patients come from around the world, brands. There’s also customization service for many accompanied by an entourage of family fans to personalize jerseys and hats for all 30 or friends, inspiring Dr. Linhart to create the NBA teams, in addition to new in-store activaContinental Suite, a 750-square ft. treatment tions. 545 Fifth Ave. (45th St.), 646-440-0637, suite outfitted with state-of-the-art equipment store.nba.com and a luxurious seating area. Linhart Dentistry provides a wide range of dental services, includCOCKPIT USA ing cutting-edge whitening techniques, as well For over 45 years, Cockpit USA has been repro- as 24-hour emergency care. 230 Park Ave, Suite ducing genuine, contemporary versions of 1164 (46th St.), 212-682-5180, drlinhart.com 18 Everything To Do NYC

H&S ART GALLERY & CUSTOM FRAMING Open seven days a week in Times Square, H&S Art Gallery features original 3-D artworks by Charles Fazzino, Rizzi, and Suchy; serigraphs by Keeley, Tarkay, Pejman, Yamagata,

Freyman, Kubik, Delacroix, and many others. They also offer signed sports memorabilia, posters, and same-day professional custom framing. They ship worldwide. 112 W. 44th St. (btw. Sixth & Seventh Aves.), 212-768-3160, hsart.com

TOP MUSEUM SHOPS IN NYC You can spend an entire trip to New York just in museums, absorbing collection upon collection of art and artifacts. The city’s museum stores let you take that museum experience—often too fleeting—with you. The Museum of Arts and Design (right), which is dedicated to superb craft, brings equally compelling design to its store. Find one-of-a-kind jewelry, ceramics, bags, and toys on the ground floor of MAD’s Columbus Circle location. You can take home your favorite Kandinsky print from the Guggenheim Store, located in the famous Frank Lloyd Wright-designed museum on the Upper East Side. The ground floor shop offers a curated collection of art books, design objects, prints, and accessories. There’s always a tasteful collection of objects paying homage to the museum itself, including ever-popular abstracted rotunda t-shirts and hoodies. The Museum of Modern Art (MoMA) offers three retail experiences; the flagship Museum Store, adjacent to the lobby, features a 30-foot high wall display with over 2,000 publications. There are also second and sixth floor shops, which focus more on exhibition-specific items. The Met Store is a destination unto itself, nearly as vast as the collection of art it represents. The store’s primary location on the main floor of the Metropolitan Museum of Art contains a fine jewelry counter and a wide range of books, apparel, accessories, and design objects. There are also outposts throughout the museum where you can purchase items specific to special exhibitions. The Brooklyn Museum rewards visitors with a fascinating journey through thousands of years of art history. The journey continues in the institution’s well-curated museum store, located in the ground floor of its Beaux-Arts home. You’ll find cheeky nods to New York life, Brooklyn-specific items, and an array of art books, posters and prints, decorative housewares, and toys. It’s pretty fitting that The Morgan Shop is packed with fascinating books. Located in midtown, The Morgan Library & Museum preserves the printed word inside the former home of Gilded Age financier J. Pierpont Morgan. The shop carries exhibition mementoes in addition to that great selection of publications. Holding down a large patch of land just off Central Park West, the American Museum of Natural History is dedicated to discovering and interpreting the natural world. Among several stores here, The Museum Shop is the flagship, with three levels of unique gifts. Spaces include a gallery, a reading and viewing room, and all kinds of discovery for children. You can pick up educational books and kits, jewelry inspired by world cultures, puzzles, museum apparel and memorabilia, and stuffed animals. The museum has additional retail opportunities in its Exhibition Shops, Cosmic Shop, and Dino Store. —Merrill Lee Girardeau

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Whether you’re looking for culture, adventure, or a special meal—or maybe all three—New York offers memorable ways to celebrate Dad. If he’s in the mood for beef, it’s hard to beat the classic experience of a New York steakhouse. The staff at Benjamin Steakhouse is courteous, accommodating, and knowledgeable of a menu that includes everyone’s favorites—and not just meat. Seafood items include Chilean sea bass and lobster, while sirloin, filet mignon, lamb, and veal chops are all dry-aged in their own aging box. (The 2019 Concierge Choice Awards winner for Best Restaurant Experience is Benjamin Steakhouse’s nearby spin-off Benjamin Prime. The grill gets the spotlight here, turning out USDA prime dry-aged steaks and succulent seafood in unique ways.)

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The Palm Restaurant is a dining tradition that has been handed down for generations. Look for fan favorite lobster, Italian specialties, and, of course, stellar steaks. A fixture in the Theater District near the Gershwin Theater since 1999, The Palm Midtown is a natural dining destination before or after a show. A second location, The Palm Tribeca, is just steps from the Financial District and Battery Park. Strip House Downtown serves creative cuisine in a burlesque-inspired atmosphere with service that befits a high-end steakhouse experience. Signature selections include sizzling cuts of prime beef, fresh seafood, and decadent desserts. Seating is also available in the attached Speakeasy for those who prefer a more intimate dinner and cocktail experience. Strip House Midtown

offers a roomy bi-level space near Bryant Park for lunch, dinner, and private dining. The interior is siren-red and accented with vintage black and white photography, but the star of the show is the namesake New York strip. Del Frisco’s Double Eagle Steakhouse (above) features floor-to-ceiling windows with breathtaking views of Sixth Avenue and Rockefeller Center. Make it a night to remember with chef-driven cuisine, world-class wines, and unparalleled hospitality. Morton’s The Steakhouse is famous for USDA prime-aged beef, fresh seafood, fine wine, and elegant desserts. The experience blends classic and contemporary, with an innovative cocktail culture that fuels a bustling bar scene. There are two NYC locations, Midtown West and downtown near the 9/11 Memorial.

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and 28 restored aircraft. Looking for a dad-friendly Broadway outing? Billy Crystal is back with Mr. Saturday Night, a new musical based on his 1992 film of the same name. It follows a once famous TV comedian who now some

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40 years later seeks one more shot at the spotlight— and while he’s at it a shot at fixing the family he fractured along the way.

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One of New York’s most spectacular experiences is getting out on the water. This Father’s Day weekend City Cruises is offering fantastic opportunities to celebrate Dad. Signature Brunch, Lunch, and Dinner Cruises are perfect for all ages and offer fresh buffet spreads, classic cocktails, entertainment, and incredible skyline views. For a more refined experience, book a

Premier Brunch or Dinner Cruise on City Experiences’ all-glass, European-inspired Bateaux New York and enjoy chef-prepared, plated dining, live entertainment, signature cocktails, and the city’s most impressive views. Beyond Father’s Day, City Cruises offers a variety of dining, sightseeing, and cocktail cruises all summer long. Choose between a 90-minute narrated Downtown

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Sightseeing Cruise, cocktail cruises, and brunch, lunch, and dinner cruises—all featuring breathtaking views of iconic sites like the Statue of Liberty, One World Trade, and the Brooklyn Bridge. Cruises depart year-round from Chelsea Piers, NYC; the Seaport, NYC; and Lincoln Harbor Marina, NJ. Chelsea Piers, Pier 61 (W. 23rd St. & 12th Ave.), 866-817-3463, citycruises.com/NewYork

Coney Island retains its old school summer appeal, with a beach, a boardwalk, roller coasters, and a Ferris Wheel. It also breaks out the carnival spirit for the nation’s largest art procession, the Mermaid Parade, which takes place Saturday. At the 40th annual version, look for floats, vintage cars, and lots of colorful under-the-sea-themed costumes. The parade starts on W. 21st and Surf Ave. It rolls east to W. 10th St. where the marchers and push-pull floats go to the boardwalk and march to Steeplechase Plaza. A beach ceremony and the unofficial opening of the ocean for the summer swimming season follow. coneyisland.com 22 Everything To Do NYC

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Explore three levels of mind-bending multi-sensory experiences 1,203 feet in the sky at SUMMIT One Vanderbilt. This New York City newcomer connected to Grand Central Station blends elements of art, technology, architecture, and thrill to take the concept of “observation deck” to entirely new heights. Kenzo Digital, an immersive storytelling studio, is behind AIR at SUMMIT, an experience which creates the illusion of boundless space. As Kenzo Digital, Artist and CEO, Kenzo Digital Immersive, explains, “With AIR, I want to create a space where the intoxicating sense of aspiration and inspiration that New York gives me is shared with you, the visitor; a place that pays tribute to all that New York is, can be, will be.” At night, AIR is transformed into a one-of-akind light and sound story visible to all of New York City and beyond. The experience here is much more than just spectacular views. SUMMIT One Vanderbilt’s LEVITATION sky boxes allow guests to step out from the envelope of the building and stand on transparent glass 1,063 feet above Madison Avenue, with the hustle and bustle of city streets directly beneath them. For even bigger thrills, SUMMIT One Vanderbilt’s ASCENT, an all-glass elevator with a transparent glass floor, takes guests from the terrace level up the side of the building to over 1,203 feet, nesting at the highest viewing point in Midtown Manhattan. You’ll have bragging rights—these are the largest glass-bottomed elevators in the world. The final stops on the SUMMIT One Vanderbilt journey are APRÈS and the SUMMIT TERRACE. APRÈS is SUMMIT One Vanderbilt’s sky-high lounge and café featuring bespoke light fare and an innovative cocktail program curated by Union Square Events.

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“AIR is an immersion in nature in the heart of Manhattan, a Central Park in the sky—bringing the environment to New Yorkers and tourists alike in a whole new way.” APRÈS’ offerings can be enjoyed inside the Nordic-themed lounge and café designed by Snøhetta or outside on the SUMMIT TERRACE. The SUMMIT TERRACE is the perfect open-air viewing spot, located on the highest urban alpine meadow in the Western Hemisphere. You can see for up to 80 miles while toasting your adventure. This is a family-friendly experience, too, as members of every generation will appreciate interacting with the space and taking in the one-of-a-kind views. Kids under 5 are free. As Kenzo Digital puts it, “AIR is an immersion in nature in the heart of Manhattan, a Central Park in the sky—bringing the environment to New Yorkers and tourists alike in a whole new way.” Ticket prices start at $39 for adults. Special $5 off pricing for New York City residents is also available, online only. For more information on operating hours and to purchase tickets to experience SUMMIT One Vanderbilt visit summitov.com. Follow SUMMIT One Vanderbilt on Facebook and Instagram @summitov.

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NYC has well over 100 museums with something for everyone, from art to natural history to the story of the city itself. The Morgan Library & Museum started out as the private library of financier Pierpont Morgan. Today, the Morgan serves as a museum, research library, musical venue, architectural landmark, and historic site. It’s home to an enormous collection of literary and historical works, with Rembrandt, Picasso, Dickens, Hemingway, and Gutenberg Bibles just a sampling of the collection. The National September 11 Memorial & Museum features two core exhibitions at the foundation of the former World Trade Center complex. A memorial exhibition—In Memoriam—pays tribute to the 2,983 men, women and children killed on 9/11 and in the 1993 WTC bombing. A historical exhibition tells the story of what happened on 9/11 at the three attack sites in the U.S. and around the world. It also explores what led up to the terror strikes, the immediate aftermath, and the ways 9/11 continues to shape our world. On the plaza outside you’ll encounter two reflecting pools, featuring North America’s 26 Everything To Do NYC

largest man-made waterfalls. The National Museum of the American Indian (NMAI), a branch of the Smithsonian dedicated to Native American cultures throughout the Americas, stands near the southern tip of Manhattan. On display now is Dakota Modern: The Art of Oscar Howe, which highlights the work of Oscar Howe (1915–1983), one of the 20th century’s most innovative Native American painters. The museum is housed in the landmark Beaux Arts U.S. Custom House, completed in 1907. Head to the historic boiler room of Chelsea Market to experience the immersive art space ARTECHOUSE. You’ve never seen art like this before, as room-sized digital projections merge with sound design to create a cinematic experience. Now on view is Life of a Neuron, which draws on decades of neuroscience research to create a cellular-level journey through the human brain. The AKC Museum of the Dog was founded by the American Kennel Club in 1982. After a

few decades away, it’s now back in New York City and better than ever, with new exhibits, interactive displays, and a deep catalogue of dog-related art. New show Dogs of War & Peace features 10 life-sized, carved-wood allegorical memorials by sculptor James Mellick on display from his “Wounded Warrior Dogs” and “Over the Rainbow Bridge” collections. Further uptown, the Museum of the City of New York explores the city’s past, celebrates its present, and imagines its future. On view now is Analog City: NYC B.C. (Before Computers), which looks at the tools, technologies, and lost professions that supported New York City as it exploded into a global metropolis in the pre-digital era. Brooklyn has become a tourist destination to rival Manhattan, complete with its own world-class institution: the Brooklyn Museum. Just 20 minutes from Manhattan you’ll find a priceless collection that will surprise you with

its range, from ancient Egypt to European masterpieces to a feast of decorative art. For pop culture fans, Brooklyn offers immersive adventure at the new Stranger Things: The Experience. Venture inside Hawkins Lab for a 1-hour immersion through a brand-new storyline from the hit Netflix series Stranger Things. Afterwards check out an ’80s-themed Mix-Tape medley with food and drinks, special merch, photo ops, and more. Fotografiska New York is a museum experience for the modern world. It’s a destination to discover world-class photography, eclectic programming, and surprising new perspectives. This Gramercy Park newcomer is open late every day, with a vibrant atmosphere unlike any other in the city. There’s music on every floor and drinks for guests to enjoy throughout the museum. The philosophy here is “Have fun. Stay late. Get deep. Spill your drink.“

THE BIG 4 Museum of Modern Art (MoMA) is fresh off a lengthy expansion and renovation project. A must-see for even the most casual art fan, six levels here cover an immense range of contemporary and modern art. Works include prints and illustrated books, architecture, design and drawing, paintings and sculpture, and photography and video installations. World-famous art by Warhol, van Gogh, Monet, Kahlo, and Picasso can all be found, joined by intriguing temporary exhibitions. The Met Museum displays some of the greatest cultural treasures in the world, representing every category of art from just about every country from every time period spanning the Stone Age to the present. The museum houses some of the finest American art in the world, as well as an impressive collection of European, Greco-Roman, and Ancient Egyptian art. You can lose yourself for hours here; if you need to recharge, The Temple of Dendur somehow manages to be simultaneously epic and chill.

Holding down a large patch of land just off Central Park West, the American Museum of Natural History was founded in 1869 and still carries on its mission of discovering and interpreting the natural world. Families love exploring the acres of exhibits here, in addition to the futuristic sphere of The Hayden Planetarium. One of the most popular destinations in the museum is the fourth floor, where you’ll find 100 dinosaur specimens, a small sample of the largest collection of dinosaur fossils in the world. The Guggenheim Museum is Frank Lloyd Wright’s masterpiece of modern architecture. Completed in 1959 (after 16 years of construction), the museum is home to one of the world’s finest collections of modern and contemporary art, including works by artists such as Kandinsky, Picasso, and Pollock, plus intriguing special exhibitions. The building itself belongs in a museum—one of the world’s most famous structures, spiraling upward in sinuous curves (see photo on p. 26).

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The World’s Greatest Views & More New York is a vertical city and there’s never been a better time to experience it. The past few months have brought on two new observatory options, joining three legends already here, not to mention the skyline-showcasing rides on our buses and boats. For immersion in the art deco glory of Manhattan, Rockefeller Center’s Top of the Rock is your destination. There are both outdoor and indoor viewing areas here. Outside, transparent safety-glass panels allow wholly unobstructed views of the city’s landmarks, including all of Central Park (its size can only truly be appreciated when seen from above). The 70th Floor is the proverbial cherry on top, allowing visitors 360° panoramas of Manhattan in all its glory. It provides a vantage point unlike any other in the city...or the world. See the Empire State Building for yourself and you’ll know immediately why the skyscraper has been named one of the Seven Wonders of the Modern World. Recent additions have made visits here better than ever. The new Observatory Entrance begins the adventure, leading up to the Observatory Experience. This new exhibition space is loaded with Instagram30 Everything To Do NYC

ready displays that show visitors the building through the years and how the structure is used today. Those looking for the ultimate Empire State Building visit can opt for 102nd floor tickets, which lead to a fully enclosed space with views in all directions—on a clear day, you can see five states! For a downtown take on altitude, look to One World Observatory. It’s the tallest building in the hemisphere, and with over 40,000 metric tons of steel and a unique concrete core, it’s the strongest building in the world. After a minute’s ride and a short video, you’ll hit the Discovery Level (the main observatory), with 360° sights of the city and beyond. It’s all here, from the rivers to the harbor, from the Empire State Building to the Statue of Liberty, and on out to New Jersey’s ports and skylines. The Western Hemisphere’s highest outdoor observation deck, Edge, stands atop the city’s newest neighborhood, Hudson Yards. Step out onto the triangular deck and you’ll be 100 floors above the ground with miles of visibility in every direction. Blending art, technology, architecture, and Continued on p. 33

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thrill, newcomer SUMMIT One Vanderbilt takes the “observation deck” to new heights through three levels of multi-sensory interactions. An immersive storytelling studio is behind the stunning AIR designed by Kenzo Digital, which creates the illusion of boundless space. At night, the attraction is transformed through a one-of-a-kind light and sound story, turning the installation into a beacon of energy, visible to all of New York City and beyond. When you want to pose “in a moment in time” with the world’s most iconic musicians, leaders, athletes, and A-list stars, Madame Tussauds in Times Square is your destination. In addition to being “the world’s greatest wax museum,” you can immerse yourself in adventures like the MARVEL Super Heroes 4D Film & Experience and the multi-sensory Coney Island Carnival Carnage 7D Game. Please find the Dropbox with photos here. The Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island are two of the most famous destinations in NYC. If you want to see them first-hand, Statue City Cruises is the only way to get there. Boats depart from Battery Park City in Lower Manhattan and Liberty State Park in New Jersey, providing memorable tours through New York Harbor. In addition to the historic stops, you’ll get amazing perspectives on water, shipping, and skylines. If you’d like to take in the sights of the city from an even higher vantage point, check out Helicopter Flight Services. Take one of their three tours—The New Yorker Tour (12-15 mins.), The Ultimate Tour (17-20 mins.), or The Deluxe Tour (25-30 mins.)—and take in the beauty of the city as few ever experience it.

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WHALE WATCHING TRIPS See humpback whales, bottlenose dolphins, and more aboard a luxury catamaran!

CRUISES TO SANDY HOOK Spend a day relaxing on one of the Jersey Shore’s finest beaches.

NYC TO MARTHA’S VINEYARD AND NANTUCKET Take a high speed ferry to your favorite vacation destinations in New England

RIDE TO THE SANDBOX The beach bar of your dreams is only a 40 minute boat ride away. Live music, food trucks, and NYC views! FOR MORE INFO: SEASTREAK.COM OR CALL (800) BOAT RIDE

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SIGHTSEEING FD Financial District

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AMERICAN DREAM NJ

1 American Dream Way, East Rutherford, NJ 833-263-7326; americandream.com

DREAM WHEEL NEW JERSEY NJ

American Dream, 1 American Dream Way, East Rutherford, NJ, 833-263-7326; dreamwheelnj.com Take a quick trip across the Hudson for ultimate perspectives on NYC. Soar 300 feet above the Garden State for unique views of the Hudson River and the Manhattan skyline. The Dream Wheel holds 27 completely enclosed, climate-controlled Gondolas. Rides are 25 minutes long and the technology is state of the art—the wheel doesn’t even stop to board, it turns continuously. (The mall also boasts world-class shopping, dining, and a gigantic indoor theme park.)

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Level 4 inside The Shops & Restaurants at Hudson Yards, 332-204-8500; edgenyc.com

Shops. Dining. World-class entertainment. The range of activities at new mall American Dream is jawdropping, from Saks to sharks to Legoland. Just a blink from NYC on the New Jersey side you’ll find the largest indoor theme park in North America plus skiing, skating, mini golf, a water park, pizza, barbecue, luxury retailers, and even an aquarium. Located less than five miles from Times Square.

The Western Hemisphere’s highest outdoor observation deck, Edge, towers the city’s newest neighborhood, Hudson Yards. Edge is an incredible triangular deck where you stand 100 floors above the ground and see miles and miles in every direction. Edge will also thrill you with its glass floor, providing views of the High Line far below your feet. The experience begins with an all-new immersive experience, followed by an exciting 60-second elevator ride.

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439 W. 15th St. (9th-10th Aves.), artechouse.com In the historic boiler room of Chelsea Market you’ll find this new immersive art space. Experience cuttingedge digital art that washes guests in waves of color, light, and sound. You’ve never seen art quite like this before, as room-sized digital projections merge with sound design to create a cinematic experience. (As you can imagine, the Insta potential is endless.)

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Chelsea Piers, Pier 61 (W. 23rd St. & 12th Ave.), 866-817-3463: citycruises.com/newyork Offers brunch, lunch, and dining cruises throughout the year, along with narrated sightseeing tours and cocktail cruises. Choose from buffets or elegant plated experiences on the glass-enclosed deck of the European-inspired Bateaux. The NYC Downtown Sightseeing Cruise is back on the water as is the Alive After Five cocktail cruise. City Cruises sails year-round from both NY and NJ from four convenient locations.

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20 W. 34th St. (5th-6th Aves.), 212-736-3100; esbnyc.com

One of the Seven Wonders of the Modern World and arguably the most famous skyscraper in the world. Visitors can take a ride up to the 86th floor for unforgettable views of Manhattan and beyond. Whether you’re looking for a daytime photo that captures the city in all its glory or a nighttime shot filled with glittering buildings, the Empire State Building won’t let you down.

THE ESCAPE GAME NEW YORK CITY ME 295 Madison Ave. (40th-41st Sts.), 917-970-1360, TheEscapeGame.com/NewYorkCity

Be the hero of your very own adventure at The Escape Game! Here’s how it works: you and your team will work together to find clues, solve puzzles, and ultimately complete a mission. Find yourself breaking out of prison, finding hidden gold, saving the day, and more! If you’re looking for something fun and unique, make sure to go to The Escape Game located in Midtown Manhattan.

HELICOPTER FLIGHT SERVICES TOURS FD Downtown Heliport (Pier 6 & the East River), 212-355-0801; heliny.com

See NYC from high above its bustling streets. Choose from three tours—The New Yorker Tour (12-15 mins.), The Ultimate Tour (17-20 mins.), or The Deluxe Tour (25-30 mins.)—and take in sights like the Statue of Liberty, New York Harbor, the Chrysler Building, Central Park, the GW Bridge, Yankee Stadium, and the Financial Center as few ever experience them.

INTREPID SEA, AIR & SPACE MUSEUM MW Pier 86, W. 46th St. & 12th Ave., 212-245-0072 intrepidmuseum.org

Founded in 1982, this NYC institution takes you on an interactive journey through history to learn about American innovation and bravery. Explore the aircraft carrier plus the Space Shuttle Pavilion, home to Enterprise, the world’s first space shuttle, and 28 authentically restored aircraft, including the British Airways Concorde, the fastest commercial aircraft to ever cross the Atlantic. You can also check out the submarine Growler, the only American diesel-powered strategic missile submarine open to the public and the Exploreum, an interactive hall focused on themes of water, space, air, and life at sea.

MADAME TUSSAUDS NEW YORK TS 234 W. 42nd St. (7th-8th Aves.); nycwax.com

Time to celebrate #BIGTIME. Get your selfie sticks ready: Madame Tussauds in Times Square is the only place with no ropes or barriers holding you back from your favorite stars. Pose “in a moment in time” with the world’s most iconic musicians, leaders, sports legends, and A-list stars. Immerse yourself in the MARVEL Super Heroes 4D Film & Experience; enjoy an Audience with the Royal Family; and thrill to the multi-sensory Coney Island Carnival Carnage 7D Game. Make more Famous Moments @nycwax.

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99 Schermerhorn St. (Boerum Pl.-Court St.), 718-694-1600 nytransitmuseum.org Gallery Annex & Store, Grand Central Terminal, Shuttle Passage, Main Concourse, 212-878-1016; mta.info

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Housed in a historic 1936 IND subway station in Brooklyn Heights, and easily accessible by subway, the New York Transit Museum is the largest museum in the US devoted to urban public transportation history, and one of the premier institutions of its kind in the world. The Museum explores the development of the greater New York metropolitan region through the exhibitions, tours, educational programs, and workshops dealing with the cultural, social and technological history of public transportation. Go to nytransitmuseum.org for details of current exhibits and programs, or to shop the Museum’s online store.

ONE WORLD OBSERVATORY FD

285 Fulton St., 844-696-1776; oneworldobservatory.com There’s only one tallest. Only one strongest. And only one destination selected as the Best New Attraction in the World. These superlatives belong to One World Trade Center, and its pinnacle, the One World Observatory, rising over 100 stories in the sky.

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E. 35th St. and Pier 11, Manhattan/Seastreak Ferry Terminal at Highlands, 326 Shore Dr., Highlands, NJ, 800-BOAT RIDE (800-262-8743); seastreak.com The most comfortable way to explore the area: climate controlled cabins and an open-air top deck, 360° panoramic windows, and a full-service cash bar. Hop aboard for Whale Watching or getaways to Nantucket, Martha’s Vineyard, and more. The most civilized way to get into the city from New Jersey: ride from Highlands and take advantage of specials like the Thurs. and Sat. night NYC Sunset Cocktail Cruise.

STATUE CITY CRUISES FD

877-LADY TIX (877-523-9849); cityexperiences.com Offering ferries to the Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island—the only way to get there. Daily rides depart approximately every 30 mintues from Battery Park at the foot of Manhattan.

STRANGER THINGS: THE EXPERIENCE

Duggal Greenhouse, 63 Flushing Ave., Building 268, Brooklyn, NY, strangerthings-experience.com Ever wanted to be the protagonist of a Stranger Things adventure? Stranger Things: The Experience throws you headfirst into your favorite show—join Eleven, Dustin, Mike, Lucas, Max, and Will for a very special episode starring…you! Venture inside Hawkins Lab for a 1-hour immersive experience featuring a brand-new Stranger Things storyline, then explore an ’80s-themed Mix-Tape medley with food and drinks, special merch, photo ops, and more.

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45 E. 42nd St. (Fifth-Park Aves.), summitov.com Blending art, technology, architecture, and thrill, takes the concept of “observation deck” to new heights through three levels of interactions. An immersive storytelling studio brings stunning AIR designed by Kenzo Digital, which creates the illusion of boundless space.

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30 Rockefeller Center (W. 50th St. btw. 5th & 6th Aves.), 877-692-7625; topoftherocknyc.com The 67th-70th floor observation deck of 30 Rockefeller Plaza offers sweeping, unobstructed open-air views of New York City. Featuring reserved-time tickets, multimedia exhibits, and Art Deco splendor.

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Broadway Your Way: A Visitor’s Guide By Griffin Miller Whether you’ve been in love with the stage your entire life or you’re just beginning your journey into the sparkling sphere of musicals, comedies, and dramas, New York theatre has you covered. And while I don’t have an exact count of how many productions are up and running at any given time, I can assure you that you can see a different show every night (or matinee), if that’s your game plan. As for Broadway, with the 2022 Tony Awards still fresh in mind, I’m reminded of the amazing number of past Tony-winning shows that are still up, running, and scoring major points with audiences. Ready…set… go check them out! 36 Everything To Do NYC

AND THE TONY WENT TO… In 2020: Moulin Rouge! The Musical. Visually sensuous and musically anachronistic, this reboot of Baz Luhrmann’s 2001 groundbreaking film moves breathily between heartbreakingly romantic and lusciously risqué. Bonus: the Al Hirschfeld Theatre interior is now a savvy homage to the title’s La Belle Époque Parisian nightspot. In 2019: Hadestown. Anaïs Mitchell’s Best Musical and Grammy winning mashup of two ancient Greek love stories crisscrosses a stylized New Orleans and a “who knew?” netherworld as it takes theatregoers on a dark, haunting, and beautifully etched trek summoned from myth and imagination. In 2018: Harry Potter and the Cursed Child. Rarely do non-musicals rank among

Far left: Celtic Illusion fuses the worlds of magic and modern Irish dance. Photo Mark Brett, Penticton Western News.

Left: Ben Levi Ross and Gabrielle Carrubba in Dear Evan Hansen. Photo by Matt Murphy. Below: Kim Exum and Cody Jamison Strand in The Book of Mormon. Photo by Julieta Cervantes.

Broadway’s hottest tickets— especially years after opening—but this Best Play Tony winner has audiences mesmerized (no magic spells required). The story follows Harry Potter’s son Albus and Draco Malfoy’s heir, Scorpius, from their first encounter on the Hogwarts Express through their teens, as they pinball from one Hogwarts year to the next (not to mention backwards and forwards thanks to a very busy Time-turner). Toss in a new female character and you have an unforgettable new HP adventure. In 2017: Dear Evan Hansen. The show’s song “You Will Be Found”—striking a hopeful chord in anyone who’s ever felt like a non-entity treading life’s overwhelming waters—summarizes the heart of this musical, about one lonely high school kid’s unintentional lie taking on a life and soul of its own reinvention. Here’s a musical that doesn’t merely entertain (and boy does it ever), but also stands as one of Broadway’s most important productions, opening the door to discussions, podcasts, essays, and a gallery of meaningful fan art. Check out the website, then scoop up tickets and see for yourself! In 2016: Hamilton. Even if you caught the film version a couple of years ago, I assure you, nothing comes close to experiencing Lin-Manuel Miranda’s visionary musical live on stage. Tickets are still the “order in advance” phenom they were when the Broadway reviews came out in 2015. And,

as they say, the rest is history. In 2011: The Book of Mormon. If you’re up for a show that’s somehow managed to become both a cult classic and a big buzz must-see, then you’re ready for this filterfree, super-sassy (okay, raunchy), musical comedy about two mismatched Mormon missionaries whose innocent days of proselytizing stateside end with their first official assignment: converting the jaded locals in a godforsaken Ugandan village. Brought to you by the dudes who created South Park, Trey Parker and Matt Stone, Book of Mormon pulls the pin out of the prude-grenade with hilarious Broadway panache. In 1998: The Lion King. If I have a special place in my heart for Disney’s longestrunning Broadway musical, it’s that everything—from its trailblazing music, costumes, and scenic design to its vibrant parade of giraffe, elephant, zebra, and gazelle puppets and spot-on performances—merges into a story so rich with drama, humor, and emotion it’s impossible not to be spellbound. Little kids who see it return as teens, then as adults with their Continued on p. 40 cityguideny.com/theater 37

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own children, not just out of tradition, but because they want to share the excitement and wonder that makes the show, in a word, timeless. For a list of 2022’s Tony Award-winning productions, stars, and the behind-thescenes superstar directors and designers, visit cityguide.com/theater. NEW KIDS IN TOWN With summer in official sizzle mode, here are a few breezy new shows to take in both

On- and Off-Broadway… The production that earned the New York City Center Encores! revival of Stephen Sondheim’s Into the Woods sellout status this past spring has relocated to Broadway’s St. James Theatre with a star-studded cast that includes Grammy winner Sara Bareilles and Tony winners Patina Miller and Gavin Creel. Sailing into Off-Broadway’s winner’s circle at the Asylum Theatre is the parody we’ve been waiting for: Titanique. Now that it’s arrived, you can trash your Titanic hankies and simply enjoy the tour-de-force Céline Dion sendup where nothing Jack, Rose, iceberg, or lifeboat is sacred, and the music—including “My Heart Will Go On,” “All By Myself,” and “To Love You More”—is to die for (duh!). No surprise, trickle-down buzz has billed Titanique as the funniest sink-or-swim show to ever hit the 40 Everything To Do NYC

Big Apple. Moving on: I give you teenaged Delilah, a kid whose vexing nuts and bolts world—new school, parents, bullying, life in general—requires an alternate reality check. Escapism comes to her in books. Being drawn in is one thing, but finding you have feelings for a fictional character is another, especially when your fantasy comes to life. Second Stage Theatre’s Between the Lines slips off the bookshelf into a new must-see musical about female empowerment and creating your own reality. Worth noting, there are post-show talkbacks with original book author Jodi Picoult; see website for dates and times. Finally, lighting up New World Stages is Celtic Illusion, a jaw-dropping fusion of modern Irish Dance (think speed

Left: Heather Headley charms and alarms in Sondheim’s Into the Woods. Photo by Joan Marcus. Right: Tshidi Manye as Rafiki in Disney’s The Lion King. Photo by Joan Marcus. demon precision taps by world-renowned dancers) with otherworldly arts. “Before I was a dancer, my great passion was magic and illusion,” says show creator, choreographer, and star Anthony Street, who tabled magic for eight years while performing in Lord of the Dance. “When I decided to create this show…it dawned on me that I should combine my two passions to give audiences a new sensory experience.”

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New Amsterdam Theatre, 214 W. 42nd St., 866-870-2717; aladdinthemusical.com (2 hrs., 30 mins.) The beloved story is brought to thrilling theatrical life in this bold new musical. With just one rub of a magic lamp, Aladdin’s journey sweeps you into an exotic world full of adventure, comedy and romance. It’s an unforgettable Disney theatrical experience that includes all the cherished songs from the Oscar-winning score plus more written especially for Broadway.

AMERICAN BUFFALO

Circle In The Square Theatre, 1633 Broadway, 235 W. 50th St.., 212-239-6200; americanbuffalonyc.com (2 hrs.) David Mamet’s explosive classic revolves around the business of greed, crime, and three smalltime hustlers. All-star cast includes Laurence Fishburne, Sam Rockwell, and Darren Criss. Thru 7/10.

BEETLEJUICE

Marriott Marquis Theatre, 210 W. 46th St., 212-239-6200; beetlejuicebroadway.com (2 hrs., 30 mins.) An edgy take on life and afterlife: the diabolically scruffy title ghost insinuates himself with a girl who’s befriended the (deceased) former owners of her family’s new home.

Eugene O’Neill Theatre, 230 W. 49th St., 877-250-2929; bookofmormonbroadway.com 2011 Tony, Best Musical (2 hrs., 30 mins.) One of Broadway’s most successful, Tony-winning (nine in 2011!) musicals comes from the hilariously irreverent minds of Trey Parker and Matt Stone—the duo behind South Park. The show follows a couple of wide-eyed Mormon missionaries whose first official assignment takes them from ringing doorbells stateside to a remote village in Uganda. Divinely profane in all the right places!

CHICAGO

Ambassador Theatre, 219 W. 49th St., 212-239-6200; chicagothemusical.com 1997 Tony, Best Musical Revival (2 hrs., 30 mins.) Iconic Bob Fosse choreography, murder, headlines, Roxie Hart, Velma Kelly, and “all that jazz”!

COME FROM AWAY

Schoenfeld Theatre, 236 W. 45th St., 212-239-6200; comefromaway.com (100 mins., no intermission) On Sept. 11, 2001, 38 planes were ordered to land in the remote town of Gander, Newfoundland. What unfolded when the stranded strangers deplaned was amazing: the locals stepped up to host, leading to an extraordinary camaraderie unaffected by language barriers and clashes in culture. Based on these actual events comes one of Broadway’s most unique, uplifting, and unforgettable musicals.

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HAMILTON

(2 hrs., 35 mins.) Stephen Sondheim’s groundbreaking musical has been given a gender/modern-day revamp with Tony winners Katrina Lenk and Patti LuPone.

2016 Tony, Best Musical (2 hrs., 55 mins.) Broadway’s mega-hit explores the bastard orphan/war hero/Treasury head/founding father through a tale of America alongside Washington, Jefferson, Eliza Hamilton, and Aaron Burr.

DEAR EVAN HANSEN

Music Box Theatre, 239 W. 45th St., 212-239-6200; dearevanhansen.com 2017 Tony, Best Musical (2 hrs., 30 mins.) This multiaward-winning contemporary musical follows a high school kid who always felt like an invisible outsider until a tragic event thrusts him into the center of controversy and he’s given the chance to be somebody else. Unique and deeply personal, the show illustrates how a little lie can change everything. No wonder it continues to strike a deeply personal chord with audiences from across the globe.

FUNNY GIRL

August Wilson Theatre, 245 W. 52nd St., 212-239-6200; funnygirlonbroadway.com (2 hrs., 50 mins.) This first Broadway revival of the celebrated Fanny Brice musical bio/romcom features songs “Don’t Rain On My Parade” and “People” and a new book by Harvey Fierstein.

HADESTOWN

Walter Kerr Theatre, 219 W. 48th St., 800-745-3000; hadestown.com 2019 Tony, Best Musical (2 hrs., 30 mins.) Two mythic love stories—Orpheus & Eurydice and the King Hades & Persephone—are the basis of this unique musical blending American folk music with New Orleansinspired jazz.

Richard Rodgers Theatre, 226 W. 46th St., 877-250-2929; hamiltonbroadway.com

HARRY POTTER AND THE CURSED CHILD Lyric Theatre, 214 W. 43rd St., 212-305-4100; harrypotteronstage.com/us.com

2018 Tony, Best Play (3 hrs., 30 mins.) Now a single night of exciting theatre, this visually spectacular production begins where the film series ends and follows the friendship between Harry’s son Albus and Draco’s son, Scorpius—BFFs whose magical misadventures involve Time-turner shenanigans and a mysterious friend. Familiar characters plus a new generation of Hogwarts students make this a must-see for fans of the books and movies.

INTO THE WOODS

St. James Theatre, 246 W. 44th St., 212-239-6200; intothewoodsbway.com (2 hrs., 45 mins.) Direct from its sold-out New York City Center Encores! run, this latest revival of Stephen Sondheim and James Lapine’s Tony-winning musical weaves together some of the Brothers Grimm’s most beloved fairy tales and characters for a show that enchants. From 6/28.

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THE KITE RUNNER

THE MINUTES

(2 hrs.) Based on Khaled Hosseini’s highly acclaimed 2003 bestseller, this gripping, unforgettable play with music offers a deeply personal and profoundly moving tale of brothers, heartache, and homeland. Coming off a smash hit run on London’s West End, the show speaks to audiences from a place everyone can relate to—a place of family, longing, and belonging. From 7/6.

(90 mins., no intermission) Tracy Letts’ recent hit looks at how small-town democracy is not always what it seems, but change is possible within “a matter of minutes.”

Helen Hayes Theatre, 240 W. 44th St., 212-239-6200; thekiterunnerbroadway.com

THE LION KING

Minskoff Theatre, 200 W. 45th St., 866-870-2717; disneyonbroadway.com 1998 Tony, Best Musical 2 hrs., 30 mins.) A glorious stage adaptation of Disney’s animated hit, The Lion King is a treasure trove of stunning visual magic created by Tony-winner Julie Taymor. Set in the flourishing African Pride Land, the story follows the lion prince, Simba, and the characters in his life— young lioness Nala, BFFs Timon and Pumbaa, his villainous uncle Scar—and his journey from precocious cub to king of the jungle.

MACBETH

Longacre Theatre, 220 W. 48th St., 212-239-6200; macbethbroadway.com (2 hrs., 30 mins.) Tony-winning director Sam Gold helms this thrilling new production of Shakespearean legend starring Daniel Craig and Ruth Negga. Thru 7/10.

Studio 54, 254 W. 54th St., 212-239-6200; theminutesbroadway.com

MJ THE MUSICAL

Neil Simon Theatre, 250 W. 52nd St., 212-239-6200; mjthemusical.com (2 hrs., 35 mins.) This electrifying musical bio looks into Michael Jackson’s creative process leading up to his 1992 Dangerous World Tour. With over 25 of Jackson’s hits, as well as his signature moves and sound, the show comes with an impressive pedigree: book by Pulitzer Prize winner Lynn Nottage and direction/ choreography by Tony winner Christopher Wheeldon.

MOULIN ROUGE! THE MUSICAL

Al Hirschfeld Theatre, 302 W. 45th St., 212-239-6200; moulinrougemusical.com 2020 Tony, Best Musical (2 hrs., 35 mins.) Bohemians and aristocrats rub elbows as Baz Luhrmann’s innovative film transforms into a glorious musical mash-up!

MR. SATURDAY NIGHT

Nederlander Theatre, 208 W. 41st St,, 212-239-6200; mrsaturdaynightonbroadway.com (2 hrs., 30 mins.) Billy Crystal returns to Broadway in a musical based on his 1992 film about a once-famous TV comedian with a shot at a comeback 40 years later.

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THE MUSIC MAN

SIX

(2 hrs., 25 mins.) Hugh Jackman stars in this revival of the beloved musical about con man Harold Hill, Marian the librarian, and the promise of a marching band ”right here in River City.”

(80 mins., no intermission) Divorced, beheaded, died, divorced, beheaded, survived. From Tudor Queens to Pop Princesses, the SIX wives of Henry VIII take the mic to remix 500 years of historical heartbreak into an exuberant celebration of 21st century girl power! This new original musical is the global sensation that everyone is losing their head over. The New York Times says SIX “TOTALLY RULES!” (Critic’s Pick).

Winter Garden Theatre, 1634 Broadway, 212-239-6200; MusicManOnBroadway.com

PARADISE SQUARE

Barrymore Theatre, 243 W. 47th St., 212-239-6200; paradisesquaremusical.com (2 hrs., 35 mins.) This fascinating new musical centers around the racially diverse 1863 regulars at Paradise Square and how their relationships come unraveled “by a country at war with itself.”

THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA

Majestic Theatre, 247 W. 44th St., 212-239-6200; thephantomoftheopera.com 1988 Tony, Best Musical (2 hrs., 30 mins.) Gaston Leroux’s thriller follows a beautiful young soprano and the mysterious masked figure that loves her.

PLAZA SUITE

Hudson Theatre, 141 W. 44th St., 855-801-5876; plazasuitebroadway.com (2 hrs., 30 mins.) This limited engagement revival of the Neil Simon triptych comedy stars real-life spouses Matthew Broderick and Sarah Jessica Parker. Thru 7/10.

POTUS: OR, BEHIND EVERY GREAT DUMBASS ARE SEVEN WOMEN TRYING TO KEEP HIM ALIVE Shubert Theatre, 225 W. 44th St., 212-239-6200; potusbway.com

(1 hr., 50 mins.) When the U.S. President unwittingly spins a PR nightmare into a global crisis, the seven brilliant and beleaguered women he relies upon most are ready to risk life, liberty, and the pursuit of sanity to keep him out of trouble.

Brooks Atkinson Theatre, 256 W. 47th St., 877-250-2929; SIXonBroadway.com

A STRANGE LOOP

Lyceum Theatre, 149 W. 45th St., 212-239-6200; strangeloopmusical.com (100 mins., no intermission) Michael R. Jackson’s Pulitzer Prize-winning musical centers on Usher, a young gay playwright who wrestles with the thoughts in his head—brought to life by a hilarious ensemble.

TINA: THE TINA TURNER MUSICAL Lunt-Fontanne Theatre, 205 W. 46th St., 212-239-6200; TinaOnBroadway.com

(2 hrs., 45 mins.) The electrifying musical celebrating Tina Turner lights up the stage like no other. Featuring her most loved songs, the show soars as it traces Tina’s trajectory from humble Tennessee beginnings to global Queen of Rock ‘n’ Roll. She didn’t just break the rules, she rewrote them—defying the bounds of racism, sexism, and ageism to earn 12 Grammy Awards and become #1 in solo concert ticket sales. This is her story and it’s a must-see!

TO KILL A MOCKINGBIRD

Belasco Theatre, 111 W. 44th St. 212-239-6200; tokillamockingbirdbroadway.com (2 hrs., 35 mins.) In 1930s Alabama, small-town lawyer Atticus Finch (Greg Kinnear) defends a young black man in the face of ignorance and racial injustice. Reoping date is TBA.

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Gershwin Theatre, 222 W. 51st St., 877-250-2929; wickedthemusical.com (2 hrs., 45 mins.) One of Broadway’s biggest success stories, this fantasy musical, based on the best-selling novel by Gregory Maguire, follows the friendship between two young girls—one smart, misunderstood, and green-hued; the other beautiful, ambitious, and popular. Wicked takes the world of Oz’s fairy tale roots and replants them into an eyepopping production that turns the original story spectacularly upside down.

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BETWEEN THE LINES

Second Stage Theater’s Tony Kiser Theater, 305 W. 43rd St., 212-541-4516; betweenthelinesmusical.com This empowering and enchanting new musical for any of us seeking to find our place in the world follows Delilah, an outsider in a new school who looks for comfort in the pages of her favorite book, where she feels heard and understood. But as the lines between reality and fantasy begin to blur in extraordinary ways, Delilah has to confront whether she alone has the power to rewrite her own story.

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Astor Place Theatre, 434 Lafayette St., 800-258-3626; blueman.com (105 mins.) Blue Man Group will rock your world, blow your mind, and unleash your spirit. Leave your expectations at the door and let three bald and blue men take you on a spectacular journey bursting with music, laughter, and surprises. 35 million people of all ages, languages and cultures know what Blue Man Group is really about. Now it’s your turn.

CELTIC ILLUSION

New World Stages, 340 W. 50th St., 212-239-6200; celticillusionnyc.com (1 hr., 45 mins.) Arriving in NYC for the first time after selling out around the world, this show for all ages is a dance and magical illusion sensation that cleverly fuses contemporary Irish Dance, mind-blowing magic, and Grand Illusions. Thrilling choreography, spellbinding magic, and heart-racing music add up to a sensory experience unlike any other! From 6/30.

THE PLAY THAT GOES WRONG

New World Stages/Stage 4, 340 W. 50th St., 212-239-6200; broadwaygoeswrong.com (2 hrs.) A frenzied hybrid of Monty Python and Sherlock Holmes, this award-winning comedy is bringing down the house (literally!) Off-Broadway. On opening night of The Murder at Haversham Manor, amateur acting, erroneous props, an unconscious leading lady, and crazed stagehands barely scratch the farcical surface of this hysterical histrionic performance!

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Asylum Theatre, 306 W. 26th St., 212-203-5435; housesonthemoon.org (110 mins.) A musical celebration that turns one of the greatest love stories of all time into a hysterical and joyful slay-fest. Want to find out what really happened to Jack and Rose on that fateful night? Leave it to Céline Dion to casually hijack a Titanic Museum tour and enchant the audience with her totally wild take, recharting the course of Titanic’s beloved moments and characters with her iconic song catalog.

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CLASSIC ITALIAN NYC boasts two Little Italys (one downtown and one in the Bronx), Italian neighborhoods full of local charm in Brooklyn and Queens, and some of the world’s finest takes on Italian cuisine peppered all across Manhattan. For intimate experiences, look to smaller, authentic venues in the Theater District. At La Masseria you’ll find a first-rate Italian menu that blends traditional and modern. Inspirations come from the region of Puglia (the heel of Italy’s “boot”), crafting simple, authentic pastas, risottos, and meat and fish dishes. 50 Everything To Do NYC

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MEALS WITH A SIDE OF ENTERTAINMENT City Winery New York City at Hudson River Park

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23 E. 40th St. (Park-Madison Aves.), 212-338-0818, benjaminsteakhouse.com | STEAK/SEAFOOD Benjamin Prime combines modern elegance with traditional steakhouse classics, while also showcasing signature standouts from highly regarded sister property Benjamin Steakhouse. After perfecting both steakhouse and seafood concepts, the grill gets highlighted at Prime, serving up USDA prime dry aged steaks and succulent seafood in unique ways. The 10,000 sq. ft. space houses an expansive main dining room and now offers outdoor dining.

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52 E. 41st St. (Park-Madison Aves.), 212-297-9177, benjaminsteakhouse.com | STEAK/SEAFOOD Founded in 2006, Benjamin Restaurant Group is still family owned and operated and a top area culinary destination. Offering exceptional food and service in luxurious environments, owners Benjamin Prelvukaj and Benjamin Sinanaj make it their mission to treat each guest like a member of their family. Benjamin defines classic steakhouse with juicy cuts of dry-aged beef grilled to perfection. Enjoy their sizzling steaks in their cozy main dining room, or outdoor patio. 54 Everything To Do NYC

MORTON’S THE STEAKHOUSE ME $$$ 551 5th Ave. (entrance on 45th St.), 212-972-3315, mortons.com | STEAKHOUSE

Famous for USDA prime-aged beef, fresh seafood, fine wine and elegant desserts Morton’s The Steakhouse is the ideal place for a memorable dinner. With a true blend of classic and contemporary, the Morton’s ambiance is unmatched. From our innovative cocktail culture that fuels a bustling bar scene, to the elegant, sophisticated dining rooms Morton’s can accommodate large parties or an intimate dinner for two. Visit our website for the latest chef features and hours.

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55 E. 54th St. (Park-Madison Aves), 212-759-5554, NeraiNYC.com | GREEK/SEAFOOD Experience refined and sophisticated Greek cuisine in the heart of midtown. Our impressive culinary team provides a variety of delectable Greek and Mediterranean-inspired dishes. Nerai will transport you from the bustling streets of New York City to the shores of Greece. As a Wine Spectator Award recipient, we invite you to experience our impeccable attention to service and genuine hospitality. We look forward to hosting you soon.

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158 E. 48 St. (Lexington-3rd Aves.), 212-935-3785 theseafiregrill.com | SEAFOOD/AMERICAN The Sea Fire Grill offers seasonally focused contemporary American seafood and an elegant yet classic experience where consistency is key and service is impeccable. The décor is inviting with mahogany wine racks, cool blue accent features, and a roaring marble fireplace. Guests are passionate about the daily East and West coast oysters, Alaskan king crab legs, and roasted Nova Scotia halibut.

upper west side SUGAR BAR UWS $$

254 W. 72nd St. (Broadway-West End Ave.), 212-579-0222, sugarbarnyc.com | AMERICAN Famed singing duo Nick Ashford & Valerie Simpson opened this mecca of fine dining and nightly live entertainment in 1996. A magnet for celebrities like Bruce Willis, Stevie Wonder, Whoopi Goldberg, Eddie Murphy. Enjoy delicious Southern-accented American fare like pork chops, crispy chicken, seafood stew, fried catfish, cheeseburgers, etc., or chill at the lively bar scene. Intimate and elegant with the feel of an old country village. Tues.-Sat. from 3pm, Sun. from noon. For the best Italian, Chinese, Caribbean, Southern, and so much more visit: cityguideny.com/restaurant

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DINING theater district/times square BACALL’S CRAFT KITCHEN TS $$

220 W. 44th St. (Boadway-8th Ave.), 212-944-2474, bacallsnyc.com | STEAKHOUSE Brings ‘40s NYC and Hollywood glamour to Times Square. Soaring brasserie inspired by movie star Lauren Bacall, who used to frequent the block. The restaurant is dedicated to the arts and brings in the Backstage Players to entertain guests Wednesdays through Sundays. NYC specialties like pastrami egg rolls, potato latkes, classic cuts of prime meats, fresh seafood, a kids’ menu, and NY cheesecake or 16-layer crepe cake for dessert.

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302 W. 51st St. (8th-9th Aves.), 212-541-7080, dollyvardennyc.com | AMERICAN Captures the glamour of old New York, taking inspiration from city in the Gilded Age through the Roaring ‘20s. A lively two story spread in Hell’s Kitchen is great for walk-ins on the ground floor and more traditional dining upstairs. Specializes in creative cocktails: order from the tap or opt for a signature like the Lincoln’s Last Ride with Montelobos mezcal, agave, lime, jalapeño-infused Cointreau, and ginger. Eclectic menu runs from kale salad and avocado toast to a short rib baguette.

CUCINA 8½ TD $$$

DEL FRISCO’S DOUBLE EAGLE STEAKHOUSE TD $$$

An elevated experience of rustic Italian cuisine in midtown’s architecturally stunning Solow Building. A winding staircase opens to a spacious dining room and a vast bar area. Chef John Villa takes inspiration from New York and Italian culinary traditions, with many tableside presentations. Housemade pastas and pizzas, creative crudo, smart wine list, Negroni variations among the cocktails. Regional grappas from Italy are artfully displayed in dining room.

Del Frisco’s Double Eagle Steakhouse is an energetic and luxurious three-story restaurant in the heart of Midtown Manhattan, near Times Square and Radio City Music Hall. Featuring floor-to-ceiling windows with breathtaking views of Sixth Avenue and nearby Rockefeller Center, this unforgettable NYC steakhouse treats guests to an exceptional experience through chef-driven cuisine, world-class wines, and unparalleled hospitality.

9 W. 57th St. (5th-6th Aves.), 212-829-0812, cucina812.com | ITALIAN

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220 W 44th St, between 7th & 8th Ave 212.944.2474

1221 Ave. of the Americas (48th-49th Sts.), 212-575-5129 delfriscos.com | STEAKHOUSE

Beautiful dishes from Puglia Fish, chicken, veal, fresh homemade pastas Gourmet pizza Neapolitan style in wood-burning oven

Extensive wine by the glass and large selection of bottles, mainly from Italy

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DINING ELLEN’S STARDUST DINER TD $$

MARGARITAVILLE NEW YORK TS $$

The show goes on at this popular Times Square spot for delicious food, drinks, and live performances. Located in the heart of the Theater District, Ellen’s has been a staple in the Broadway community since 1987, known for their famous waitstaff singing popular musicals while visitors enjoy a meal. The iconic diner brings in visitors from all over the world, with its retro and nostalgic memorabilia.

A touch of the tropics in the middle of the concrete jungle. While looking out over Times Square, be transported to a vacation state of mind with one bite of a Cheeseburger in Paradise, an order of Volcano Nachos, or any of their signature island-inspired dishes. This two-story tropical oasis also features signature margaritas, along with a wide selection of cool concoctions.

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MASSERIA DEI VINI TD $$$

1650 Broadway (51st St.), 212-956-5151, ellensstardustdiner.com | AMERICAN

1501 Broadway (43rd-44th Sts.), 212-343-3355, hardrockcafe.com/location/new-york | AMERICAN Rock your senses with tantalizing food and drinks and an awe-inspiring rock memorabilia collection. Priceless pieces from Elvis to The Beatles joined by more contemporary items. Don’t miss weekend brunch 11am-3pm, with bottomless mimosas and faves like chicken ‘n’ waffles and build-your-own scrambles.

HAVANA CENTRAL TS $$

151 W. 46th St. (6th-7th Aves.), 212-398-7440, havanacentral.com | CUBAN Home of Real Cuban Cooking in the heart of Times Square. Come for the food—but stay for the party! Find “the best mojitos north of Havana” plus Happy Hour at the bar, Monday-Friday 4-7pm. Classic Cuban favorites like empanadas, slow-roasted pork, and ropa vieja. Now offering heated outdoor dining! Live Latin music every Wed. & Thurs. from 6-9pm.

JASMINE’S CARIBBEAN CUISINE TD $$ 371 W. 46th St. (8th-9th Aves.) 646-964-5337 jasminecaribbeancuisine.com | CARIBBEAN

Restaurant Row newcomer inspired by the bright colors of the Caribbean. Quaint outside area in addition to upbeat main dining space. The kitchens of Dominica, Antigua, St. Thomas, Trinidad, and Jamaica influence the cuisine, drawing on family recipes handed down across generations. Don’t miss house specials like jerk jazzy wings, with fruit-filled cocktail blends to complement. Happy Hour Tues.-Fri., 4-7pm.

560 7th Ave. (40th St.), 212-221-3007, margaritavilleresorts.com | AMERICAN

887 9th Ave. (57th-58th Sts.), 212-315-2888, masseriadeivini.com | ITALIAN A first-rate Italian menu blends traditional and modern. Beautiful dishes from Puglia, many of which incorporate seafood and fresh homemade pastas. Gourmet pizza Neapolitan style from a Ferrara wood-burning pizza oven. Extensive wine by the glass and a large selection of bottles, mainly from Italy, but without ignoring the rest of the world.

THE PALM RESTAURANT–MIDTOWN TD $$$ 250 W. 50th St. (Broadway-8th Ave.), 212-333-7256, thepalm.com | STEAK/SEAFOOD

The Palm Restaurant is a dining tradition that has been handed down for generations. A place to not only enjoy a spectacular meal before or after a show but to also catch up with friends, celebrate family milestones, and close business deals. Enjoy a wide array of menu options such as the fan favorite lobster, Italian specialties, and steaks. Open Sun. 4–9pm, Mon.-Sat. 11:30am–10pm. Follow us on social @PalmRestaurant.

PATSY’S ITALIAN RESTAURANT TD $$

236 W. 56th St. (Broadway-8th Ave.), 212-247-3491, patsys.com | ITALIAN A Theater District “must go” renowned for its celebrity clientele (Frank Sinatra’s favorite), this landmark has been family run since 1944. Highly rated authentic Neapolitan is heavenly, including sausages pizzaiola with peppers, spicy shrimp Fra Diavolo, calamari stuffed with seafood. Lunch/dinner Tues.-Sun., 1-9pm (check patsys.com for updated hours). All cards.

LA MASSERIA TD $$-$$$

PEACHY KEEN TD $$

“A farmhouse in the middle of Manhattan,” offering classic dishes from the Puglia region of Italy, utilizing the freshest natural ingredients for simple, authentic pastas, risottos, and meat and fish dishes. Warm, inviting decor blends rural Italian style, nostalgia, and charm, complementing their exceptional cuisine and wine list. Among the most popular restaurants in the Theater District. Seven days lunch/dinner.

Get groovy at Peachy Keen, a new ‘70s-inspired eatery in Hell’s Kitchen. A versatile space boasts two bars, a main dining room, and a parlor for high-energy brunch, lunch, dinner, cocktails, and dessert (bananas split Foster!). Eclectic menu elevates comfort-food favorites like smoked chicken wings, pastrami Rueben, chicken & dumplings, milkshakes and floats, and the PK Smash Burger.

235 W. 48th St. (Broadway-8th Ave.), 212-582-2111, lamasserianyc.com | ITALIAN

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321 W. 44 St. (8th-9th Aves.), 212-245-2337, peachykeennyc.com | ITALIAN

TIMES SQUARE, NYC

A Real Cuban Hideway!

mesmerizing Lady Liberty music & light show

Large Groups Welcome!

Birthday Celebrations Happy Hour Specials Heated Outdoor Dining Take-Out & Delivery In the Heart of Times Square, Near all Broadway Theaters! *Per NYC Mandate proof of Covid-19 vaccination & photo ID required to dine indoors.

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PRIME CATCH NYC TD $$

140 W. 46th St. (6th-7th Aves.), 646-649-2288 STEAK/SEAFOOD

Times Square/Theater District’s place for great steaks and chops (Porterhouse, bone-in NY strip and ribeye, lamb chops, filet mignon, veal chop, surf & turf) and fresh seafood (raw bar, shrimp cocktail, seafood tower, lobster, branzino, seafood pasta, salmon). Chicken or veal Parmesan or Milanese, juicy burgers, soups, salads, and more! Private dining. Happy Hour at bar all day, all day seven days at the bar; games on multiple screens.

STRIP HOUSE STEAKHOUSE & COCKTAIL LOUNGE TS $$$ 15 W. 44th St. (5th-6th Aves.), 212-336-5454, striphouse.com | STEAKHOUSE

Strip House Midtown is the second location of this iconic NYC restaurant. Named one of New York’s best steak restaurants by Zagat and awarded four stars by Forbes, the namesake cut isn’t the only thing to marvel upon…our walls are adorned with original Studio Manassé prints of 1930s burlesque stars. Our signature menu features sizzling prime cuts of beef, fresh seafood, and decadent desserts enjoyed in a bi-level space for lunch, dinner, and private dining.

tribeca MARATHI GREEK BISTRO T $$

200 Church St. (Thomas-Duane Sts.), 212-227-5100; marathinyc.com | GREEK Takes its name and inspiration from owner Andreas Koutsoudakis’ childhood summer memories spent along the lapping shores of Marathi beach in Crete. Personal touch adds warmth to creative, elevated homestyle Cretan cooking. Traditional items like Greek salads and spanakopita are joined by lobster pasta with ouzo flambé, Cretan-style smoked pork, and lemon chicken “ramen” soup. Space is bright and airy and staff is friendly, making for a memorable experience in Tribeca.

THE PALM RESTAURANT—TRIBECA T $$$ 206 West St. (Warren-Chambers Sts.), 646-395-6393, thepalm.com | STEAK/SEAFOOD

The Palm Restaurant is a dining tradition that has been handed down for generations. A place to not only enjoy a spectacular meal but also catch up with friends, close business deals, and celebrate family milestones. Located in the heart of its storied neighborhood, enjoy a wide array of menu options such as the fan favorite lobster, Italian specialties, and steaks. Open Sun.-Mon. 4-9pm, Tues.-Thurs. 11:30am-9pm, Fri.-Sat. 4-10pm. Follow us on social @PalmRestaurant. 60 Everything To Do NYC

meatpacking district STARBUCKS RESERVE® ROASTERY MD $ 61 9th Ave. (15th St.), 212-691-0531, starbucksreserve.com | COFFEE

The NY Starbucks Reserve® Roastery in the Meatpacking District is a place to experience Starbucks like never before. Immerse yourself in the art, science, and theater of coffee. Explore our extraordinary space where we roast our rarest coffees on-site. Join us for a hand-crafted exclusive beverage, a coffee-inspired cocktail at our Arriviamo™ Bar, and freshly made Italian fare at Princi™. Open Sun.-Thur. 7am-10pm, Fri.-Sat. 7am-11pm. Follow us on Instagram, @starbucksreserve_newyork.

east village STRIP HOUSE STEAKHOUSE & COCKTAIL LOUNGE EV $$$ 13 E. 12th St. (University Pl.-5th Ave.), 212-328-0000, striphouse.com | STEAKHOUSE

Iconic NYC restaurant providing innovative food in a burlesque atmosphere, for a high-end steakhouse experience. Named one of New York’s best steak restaurants by Zagat and awarded four stars by Forbes, the signature menu features sizzling prime cuts of beef, fresh seafood, decadent desserts, and an extensive wine list. Limited seating is also available in the attached Speakeasy for those who prefer a more intimate dinner and cocktail experience.

little italy CAFFÉ PALERMO LI $

148 Mulberry St. (Grand St.), 212-431-4205; caffepalermo.com | DESSERT, ITALIAN Since 1973, a must stop in Little Italy! Home of New York’s Award-Winning Cannoli! Voted #1 Cannoli in New York. Stop by and say hello to BABY JOHN the CANNOLI KING! The finest Italian pastries: cheesecake, tiramisu, rainbow cookies, chocolate mousse cake, Italian cookies, etc. are awesome & lobster tails are off the hook! Enjoy unbeatable cappuccino & espresso. Hundreds of celebs have visited so you never know who will drop by.

financial district MORTON’S THE STEAKHOUSE FD $$$

World Trade Center, 136 Washington St. (Cedar-Albany Sts.), 212-608-0171 mortons.com | STEAK/SEAFOOD Famous for USDA prime-aged beef, fresh seafood, fine wine and elegant desserts, Morton’s is the ideal place for a memorable dinner. The wide-open, modern, stylish dining room can accommodate large parties or an intimate dinner for two. The private boardrooms are perfect for meetings and celebrations, or grab a cocktail in Bar 12-21. Enjoy famous steak and seafood located just steps from the 9/11 Memorial.

Prime catch NYC

Steak seafood cocktails

TIMES SQUARE

AND THEATER DISTRICT’S PLACE FOR GREAT STEAKS, FRESH SEAFOOD, HAPPY HOUR, AND WATCHING SPORTS

140 WEST 4 6 S T | (64 6) 649- 2288

Patsy’s Italian Restaurant of New York There are the Restaurants you go to And the Restaurants you back to® AN OFF BROADWAY HIT SINCE 1944! Founded by Pasquale “Patsy” Scognamillo in 1944, Patsy’s has been serving Naples cuisine in midtown Manhattan for four generations. Known for Neapolitan-style dishes—Linguini with White Clam Sauce, Spaghetti & Meatballs, and Shrimp Scampi are popular choices. The Stuffed Pork Chop with Vinegar Peppers and Chicken Liver Cacciatore are fancied here as well.

Owned by the legendary music duo

Nick Ashford and Valerie Simpson

Tues–Sun since 1996

Fine Dining feat. Open Mic Thursdays + Sunday Brunch

254 West 72 St (Broadway/West End Ave)

212.579.0222 | sugarbarnyc.com

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GOTHAM

AFTER HOURS Welcome to the world capital of nightlife: the city that never sleeps. Music, performance, dance, people watching—whatever your mood, NYC can match it. Near Times Square, you can rock your senses with tantalizing food and drinks and an awe-inspiring music memorabilia collection at Hard Rock Cafe. Priceless pieces from legends like The Beatles, Led Zeppelin, Nirvana, and Elvis Presley grace the cafe walls. Legendary steak burgers are house specialties, joined by favorite entrees like baby back ribs, grilled Norwegian salmon, and New York strip steak. For a touch of the tropics in the middle of the concrete jungle, Margaritaville New York is the destination for you. While looking out over Times Square, you’ll be transported to a vacation state of mind with one bite of a Cheeseburger in Paradise or a signature margarita. New York is full of chances to take advantage of the city’s vertical nature. Ophelia Lounge perches 26 stories high in Midtown East, full of rich Art 62 Everything To Do NYC

Deco style. Craft cocktails call back to the glory of the space during its ‘20s and ‘30s heyday. The views are worthy of the setting as well. The stage of Harlem’s legendary Apollo Theater is once again filled with music and spoken word—don’t miss the world-famous Amateur Night at the Apollo. City Winery New York City at Hudson River Park combines great bites, wine to match, and views to remember. Enjoy brunch, lunch, or dinner, where the food is meant to be paired with a great glass of wine. Two stages host a stellar array of music and comedy. On Sundays, don’t miss the Strawberry Fields: Ultimate Beatles Brunch. For more than 25 years, The Iridium near Times Square has served up an eclectic mix of rock, jazz, blues, and beyond. In addition to famous names the venue showcases next generation talent spanning a broad range of genres. The East Village has its

own destination for eclectic, compelling music in Drom. Programming varies from jazz, rock, electronic, soul, and funk to international music. We all deserve a laugh these days. Gotham Comedy Club brings in the hottest comics nightly. Legends like Jerry Seinfeld and David Chappelle have been known to drop in on this upscale, intimate setting in Chelsea. There are touring pros and ensemble nights like The Gotham All-Stars and ComedyJuice. Another comedy legend not to be missed is Carolines on Broadway. This Times Square institution has been presenting the best in live comedy since 1982, from established greats to stars of the future in the Breakout Artist Comedy Series. You can dine during the performance in the showroom or have a pre-show bite in the Supper Lounge, where they’ll hold complimentary VIP show seating for you. Top: the elegant Ophelia Lounge.

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NIGHTLIFE LEGEND

OUR NIGHTLIFE SECTION lists venues alphabetically, with neighborhood icons next to each listing. FD Financial District

MD Meatpacking District

T Tribeca

MW Midtown West

C Chinatown

ME Midtown East

LES Lower East Side

TD Theater District

SH SoHo

TS Times Square

LI Little Italy

UES Upper East Side

GV Greenwich Village

UWS Upper West Side

EV East Village

H Harlem

CH Chelsea

EH East Harlem

APOLLO THEATER H

253 W. 125th St. (7th-8th Aves.), 212-531-5300, apollotheater.org New York’s legendary Apollo Theater opened its doors in Harlem in 1934, inside an ornate theater that dates to 1914. In addition to ongoing world-class live performances, the theater has served as a launching pad for some of the most significant entertainers of the last several decades. Live performances have returned to the stage, including music, readings, and conversations, highlighted by the world-famous “Amateur Night at the Apollo.”

CAROLINES ON BROADWAY TS 1626 Broadway (49th-50th Sts.), 212-757-4100, carolines.com

Presents up and coming comedic talent and national acts seven nights a week. Top headlining comedians are joined by emerging talent, live podcasts, and improv and sketch comedy. Dine during the set in the showroom or have a pre-show bite in the Supper Lounge and get VIP seating for the show. The kitchen turns out tasty sandwiches, pizzas, and entrees, in addition to specialty drinks. Forty years after it first opened as a cabaret, Carolines on Broadway has grown into one of the country’s top comedy brands, affirming its position as “The First Name in Comedy.”

CITY WINERY NEW YORK CITY CH

25 11th Ave. (15th St./Pier 57 in Hudson River Park), 646-751-6033, citywinery.com/newyork Indulge your senses at new flagship location in Hudson River Park, with intimate concerts, locally made wine, great food, and unforgettable events all under one roof. Live music or comedy can be found on one of the two stages almsost every night of the week. Dine on the Hudson River waterfront in the Barrel Room and enjoy a wine-inspired, globally influenced, locally sourced menu. Sample wine made on premises in the tasting bar and enjoy special pricing on bottles to go in the on-site wine shop. 64 Everything To Do NYC

DROM EV

85 Ave. A (5th-6th Sts.), 212-777-1157, dromnyc.com From jazz and rock to electronic to soul & funk to international music, Drom is a beacon of diverse music in the East Village. “New York’s premier venue for world music” (Wall Street Journal) also features a bar, kitchen, and lounge area, in addition to the roomy main space. Live concerts are the strength here, with a myriad of other happenings including burlesque, film screenings, dance, DJs, and stand-up.

GOTHAM COMEDY CLUB CH

208 W. 23rd St. (7th-8th Aves.), 212-367-9000, gothamcomedyclub.com

Whether it’s the perfect date night, an evening with the boys, a girls night out, or even a good place to take your mother-in-law, Gotham has a show for you. Not only are you guaranteed great laughs from top-tier professionals, but with delicious pub food, a huge liquor selection--including 30 kinds of vodka--and an actual wine list, this club has you covered for all occasions. Legends like Jerry Seinfeld are known to drop in on this upscale yet intimate setting. Covers vary depending on show with 2-beverage minimum.

HARD ROCK CAFE TS

1501 Broadway (43rd-44th Sts.), 212-343-3355, hardrockcafe.com/location/new-york Rock your senses with tantalizing food and drinks and an awe-inspiring rock memorabilia collection. Priceless pieces from Elvis to The Beatles grace the walls along with more contemporary items. Recently opened Rock Shop features authentic Hard Rock merchandise. Bottomless mimosa brunches every Sat.-Sun. 11am-3pm!

THE IRIDIUM TS

1650 Broadway (51st St.) 212-582-2121, theiridium.com The Iridium is a musical landmark famous for intimate experiences of the best rock, jazz, and blues artists in the world. In addition to its consistent draw of legendary rock guitarists and jazz and blues musicians, The Iridium regularly showcases next generation talent spanning a variety of genres including folk, indie pop, alt rock, R&B, cabaret, and world music.

SUGAR BAR UWS

254 W. 72nd St. (Broadway-West End Ave.), 212-579-0222, sugarbarnyc.com Famed singing duo Nick Ashford & Valerie Simpson opened this mecca of fine dining and nightly live entertainment in 1996. Enjoy Southern-accented American fare like pork chops, crispy chicken, seafood stew, and fried catfish, or chill at the lively bar scene. Intimate and elegant with the feel of an old country village. Tues.-Sat. from 3pm, Sun. from noon.

“ONE OF THE TOP TEN PLACES IN THE COUNTRY TO SEE STANDUP.” - USA Today

208 West 23rd St. (7th & 8th Aves) New York, NY 212.367.9000 visit our site for upcoming shows

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your journey THROUGH a world of music

SHULER KING June 16 - 18

“New York’s premiere venue for world music”

SUGAR SAMMY July 7 - 9

NICK MULLEN June 23 - 25

AFFION CROCKETT June 30 - July 2

DAMON WAYANS MICHAEL BLACKSON July 14 - 16

August 4 - 6

Wall Street Journal

“Drom’s new home for the nomadic New Yorker” NY Press

To purchase tickets visit

Avenue A Betw. 5th & 6th streets, Tel: 212-777 1157 www.dromnyc.com

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FOOD COURTS

Elevated food courts are a new addition to the city landscape and a convenient way to sample the world.

New York’s great charm is its ready access to diverse cultures and some of the city’s favorite ethnic restaurants have clustered together in a new generation of food halls. Turnstyle Underground Market near Columbus Circle spans a full city block with a baker’s dozen venues. They have everything from craft coffee to fresh juice, plus hot dogs, pizza, Taiwanese dumplings, paella, blintzes, empanadas, and the fresh-made mini donuts of the Doughnuttery. Close to Grand Central you’ll find chef-driven artisanal food concepts at Urbanspace Vanderbilt. City favorites are everywhere here, including pizzas from Brooklyn legend Roberta’s, the Red Hook Lobster Pound, and doughnuts from Dough. Other options include pasta, composed salads, yeeros, tacos, and ramen. For a bustling scene full of affordable, authentic bites, Koreatown’s Food Gallery 32 is your destination. Korean noodles, Chinese bubble tea, and Spanish churros all share the space, with bbq, waffles, and soups also making the cut. High design and style accompany Midtown East newcomer The Hugh. A hand roll bar, African super food from Teranga (left), modern Caribbean, a craft beer gastropub, and Mediterranean street food are only the beginning. Continued on p. 74

THE BAR AT MOYNIHAN Moynihan Train Hall is the city’s newest civic space, bringing a clean, chic new destination to the area around Penn Station and Madison Square Garden. City favorites cluster at the new Moynihan Food Hall here, including Burger Joint, Magnolia Bakery, and Sauce Pizzeria. The centerpiece of the space is The Bar at Moynihan (top). It serves as a central gathering point to meet friends, wait for your train, or grab a bite to eat. The iconic American walnut and brass bar is reminiscent of the grand railway stations of the last century, naturally lit by a dramatic skylight and visible from the mezzanine above. You’ll find a full service approach to wine, beer (cans and draft), and cocktails. 351 W. 31st St. (Eighth Ave.), Sun.-Tues. 10am-10pm, Wed.-Sun. 10am-midnight

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Downtown Heliport Helicopter Flight Services

Br o o kly nB att er y

Staten Island Ferry

South Ferry

T ES IN ST ER R TH IVE CA OL

GTON WASHIN

T ES IDG BR

L YP TER BAT Battery Park

Statue of Liberty Ellis Island Ferries

ST ER RK MA

PINE ST NY Stock WALL ST Exchange

CORTLANDT ST LIBERTY ST

BROADWAY

GOVERNORS ISLAND

East River Park

urg Williamsb Bridge

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9/11 Memorial Museum

RECTOR ST W THAMES PL 3RD PL 2ND PL 1ST PL

WOOSTER ST GREENE ST

CHURCH ST

Empire Outlets

CH ER RY

MACDOUGAL SULLIVAN ST THOMPSON ST W BROADWAY

ST SON HUD

ST CHRYSTIE FORSYTH ST ST ELDRIDGE ALLEN ST ST ORCHARD OW LUDL ST ESSEX ST NORFOLK ST SUFFOLK ST CLINTON ST ST ATTORNEY RIDGE ST ST T PIT

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ST JAMES PL

PEA RL ST

BAXTER ST ST MULBERRY MOTT ST ST ELIZABETH

WATER ST FRONT ST SOU TH ST

CE RRA R TE RIVE

Hoboken - WTC PATH Newark - WTC PATH

ELLIS ISLAND

LIBERTY ISLAND

WILLIAM ST

T ST WES

NORTH END AVE

STATEN ISLAND

CENTRE ST

GO LD ST

PEARL ST

DO CAR WN M ING ST

BATTERY PL

Y HWA E HIG T SID WES

EY JERS NEW

Circle Line Sightseeing Cruises

Lincoln Tunnel

Jacob Javits Center

W 43RD ST

W 41ST ST

W 42ND ST W 40TH ST

W 34TH ST

W 30TH ST W 29TH ST W 28TH ST W 27TH ST W 26TH ST W 25TH ST W 24TH ST

W 39TH ST W 38TH ST W 37TH ST

Port Authority Bus Terminal

W 36TH ST

Herald Square PATH

Macy’s

Penn Station Madison Square Garden

W 35TH ST

W 33RD ST W 32ND ST W 31ST ST

Chelsea Park Fashion Insitute of Technology

W 22ND ST W 21ST ST W 20TH ST W 19TH ST W 18TH ST

Rubin Museum

W 13TH ST

AV E

GR W 12TH ST EEN W 11TH ST WIC H

PATH ST

BE DF OR DS T

PATH

Bryant Park

E 31ST ST

E 32ND ST

E 33RD ST

E 34TH ST

E 35TH ST

E 36TH ST

E 37TH ST

E 38TH ST

E 39TH ST

E 40TH ST

E 41ST ST

E 43RD ST Grand Central Terminal New York Public Library

Empire State Building

Madison Sq. Park

FLATIRON DISTRICT

PATH

New School W 10TH ST W 9TH ST

W 8TH ST ST SON HUD

BLEECKER ST

Union Sq. Park

W 3RD ST New York University

WAVERLY PL WASHINGTON SQ N WASHINGTON PL Washington Sq. Park

E 42ND ST

Chrysler Building

E 7TH ST E 6TH ST E 5TH ST

Queens-Midtown Tunnel

gJFK & LGA

Tompkins Sq. Park

E 8TH ST

ALPHABET CITY

E 14TH ST

STUYVESANT TOWN

E 1ST ST

E 4TH ST E 3RD ST E 2ND ST

ST MARKS PL

E 13TH ST E 12TH ST E 11TH ST E 10TH ST E 9TH ST

E 15TH ST

E 16TH ST

E 17TH ST

E 18TH ST

E 19TH ST

E 20TH ST

E 21ST ST

E 22ND ST

E 23RD ST

E 24TH ST

E 25TH ST

E 26TH ST

E 27TH ST

E 28TH ST

E 29TH ST

E 30TH ST

KIPS BAY

Baruch College

Gramercy Park

Cooper Union

NOHO

NOLITA PRINCE ST

TON ST E HOUS

DR FDR

W 17TH ST W 16TH ST W 15TH ST

W 14TH ST Whitney Museum T ST OOR SEV T GAN S ATIO HOR T ES JAN H ST 2T W 1 NE ST HU BET ST T NK BA TH S T 11 S W RRY ST PE LES

AR ST ER CH 0TH PH 1 W STO RI CH

ST ROW BAR ST TON MOR Y ST LERO

ST STON

N GTO HIN WAS

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W 23RD ST

TH H PA PAT St

AVE B

Chelsea Piers

FDR DR

MANGIN

EAST RIVER

AVE D

SHERIFF COLUMBIA BARUCH DR PL BARUCH

FDR DR

AVE A

1ST AVE 1ST AVE

3RD AVE 3RD AVE

6TH AVE

LEXI LEXINGTON AVE LAFAYETTE ST

2ND AVE 2ND AVE

ST CHRYSTIE FORSYTH ST ST ELDRIDGE ALLEN ST ST ORCHARD OW LUDL ST ESSEX ST NORFOLK ST SUFFOLK ST CLINTON ST ST ATTORNEY RIDGE ST ST T PIT

MEATPACKING DISTRICT

MERCER ST

ERY BOW

PARK AVE BROADWAY

5TH AVE 5TH AVE

AY ADW BRO 8TH AVE

MADISON AVE AY ADW BRO UNIVERSITY PL

MACDOUGAL SULLIVAN ST THOMPSON ST W BROADWAY WOOSTER ST GREENE ST

7TH AVE JON ES CO RN ELI A

DO CAR WN M ING INE ST ST

10TH AVE Highline Park

11TH AVE Y HWA E HIG T SID WES

9TH AVE Y HWA E HIG T SID WES

12TH AVE

HUDSON RIVER

urg Williamsb Bridge ST

Intrepid Sea, Air & Space Museum

Circle Line Sightseeing Cruises

American Museum of Natural History

Central Park

Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis Reservoir

The Great Lawn

The Lake

The Ramble

Turtle Pond

Strawberry Fields Sheep Meadow

The Pond

Guggenheim Museum

Metropolitan Museum of Art

Frick Collection

Hunter College

Gracie Mansion

YORKVILLE

Carl Shurz Park

ROOSEVELT ISLAND

All listings in City Guide include a color-coded neighborhood icon, which corresponds to this key.

E 96TH ST E 95TH ST E 94TH ST E 93RD ST E 92ND ST E 91ST ST E 90TH ST E 89TH ST E 88TH ST E 87TH ST

E 86TH ST E 85TH ST E 84TH ST E 83RD ST E 82ND ST E 81ST ST E 80TH ST

E 79TH ST E 78TH ST E 77TH ST E 76TH ST E 75TH ST E 74TH ST E 73RD ST

E 72ND ST E 71ST ST E 70TH ST E 69TH ST E 68TH ST E 67TH ST E 66TH ST

Tramway

Queensboro Bridge

QUEENS

MUSEUM MILE

East Green

Central Park Zoo

E 65TH ST E 64TH ST E 63RD ST E 62ND ST E 61ST ST E 60TH ST E 58TH ST

E 59TH ST

E 56TH ST

E 57TH ST E 55TH ST E 54TH ST E 53RD ST

TURTLE BAY

YORK AVE

W 96TH ST W 95TH ST W 94TH ST W 93RD ST W 92ND ST W 91ST ST W 90TH ST W 89TH ST W 88TH ST W 87TH ST

Julliard

MAD

Carnegie Hall

MoMA

E 52ND ST E 51ST ST

EAST END AVE

FDR DR

W 86TH ST W 85TH ST W 84TH ST W 83RD ST W 82ND ST W 81ST ST W 80TH ST

W 79TH ST

W 71ST ST W 70TH ST W 69TH ST W 68TH ST W 67TH ST W 66TH ST

Lincoln Center

W 65TH ST W 64TH ST W 63RD ST W 62ND ST W 61ST ST W 60TH ST

THEATER DISTRICT

Fordham University W 59TH ST W 58TH ST

W 57TH ST W 56TH ST W 55TH ST W 54TH ST W 53RD ST W 52ND ST W 51ST ST

E 48TH ST

E 49TH ST

E 50TH ST

E 47TH ST

E 42ND ST

Chrysler Building

United Nations

1ST AVE

W 78TH ST W 77TH ST W 76TH ST W 75TH ST W 74TH ST W 73RD ST

DeWitt Clinton Park

St. Patrick’s Cathedral Rockefeller Center

E 46TH ST E 45TH ST E 44TH ST

E 41ST ST E 39TH ST

E 40TH ST

3RD AVE

PARK AVE PARK AVE

E 43RD ST Grand Central Terminal New York Public Library

LEXINGTON AVE LEXINGTON AVE

5TH AVE 5TH AVE

W 50TH ST

RESTAURANT ROW

W 49TH ST CLINTONHELL’S KITCHEN W 48TH ST

W 47TH ST

W 46TH ST W 45TH ST W 44TH ST W 43RD ST

W 41ST ST

Bryant Park

2ND AVE

6TH AVE

CENTRAL PARK WEST CENTRAL PARK WEST

8TH AVE Port Authority Bus Terminal

7TH AVE

COLUMBUS AVE

W 39TH ST

BROADWAY

AMSTERDAM AVE

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W 42ND ST W 40TH ST

FDR DR

WEST END AVE 11TH AVE

9TH AVE

W 72ND ST

12TH AVE

MADISON AVE MADISON AVE

WEST SIDE HIGHWAY

W 12 5TH ST

Columbia University

MORNINGSIDE DR

W 125TH ST

Morningside Park

Apollo Theater

Marcus Garvey Park

E 109TH ST E 108TH ST E 107TH ST E 106TH ST E 105TH ST E 104TH ST E 103RD ST E 102ND ST E 101ST ST E 100TH ST E 99TH ST E 98TH ST E 97TH ST

E 125TH ST

E 115TH ST

E 116TH ST E 113TH ST

E 110TH ST

E 112TH ST E 111TH ST

VE SA LA HO NIC ST

Gracie Mansion

Ward’s Island Park

Randall’s Island Park

Triborough Bridge

Yankee Stadium Tours, 1 E. 161st St. Bronx

Jefferson Park

E 96TH ST

FDR DR

YORKVILLE

CH Chelsea

TD Theater District

H Harlem

LI Little Italy

MD Meatpacking District

TS Times Square

EH East Harlem

C Chinatown

GV Greenwich Village

MW Midtown West

UES Upper East Side

EV East Village

ME Midtown East

UWS Upper West Side

LEGEND

W 116TH ST W 115TH ST W 114TH ST W 113TH ST

Museum of the City of NY East Meadow MUSEUM MILE

1ST AVE 1ST AVE E 95TH ST E 94TH ST E 93RD ST E 92ND ST E 91ST ST E 90TH ST E 89TH ST

SH SoHo

T Tribeca

LES Lower East Side

W 110TH ST

The Great Hill The Pool North Meadow

Central Park

ADAM CLAYTON POWELL BLVD

LENOX AVE Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis Reservoir

FD Financial District

clude a d icon, is key.

W 112TH ST W 111TH ST

Riverside Park

ENTRAL PARK WEST

3RD AVE 3RD AVE

AMSTERDAM AVE W 109TH ST W 108TH ST W 107TH ST W 106TH ST W 105TH ST W 104TH ST W 103RD ST W 102ND ST W 101ST ST W 100TH ST W 99TH ST W 98TH ST W 97TH ST

MANHATTAN AVE

RIVERSIDE DRIVE

W 96TH ST

COLUMBUS AVE

2ND AVE 2ND AVE

PARK AVE

MADISON AVE

LEXINGTON AVE

5TH AVE

WEST END AVE W 95TH ST W 94TH ST W 93RD ST W 92ND ST W 91ST ST W 90TH ST W 89TH ST

BROADWAY

Grant’s Tomb

HENRY HUDSON PARKWAY

FLATIRON DISTRICT

LOWER MANHATTAN MAP

Highline Park

TOWN GRAMERCY Discover the birthplace ofSTUYVESANT New York City

PATH

BATTERY PL

1ST AVE

T ES IDG BR

STATEN ISLAND

GOVERNORS ISLAND

Empire Outlets

Bro okl yn Ba tte ry

Tun nel

Brid ge

MANGIN

FDR DR

AVE D

AVE C

Staten Island Ferry Statue of Liberty Ellis Island Ferries

LIBERTY ISLAND

SHERIFF COLUMBIA BARUCH DR BARUCH PL

AVE B

AVE A

ST CHRYSTIE FORSYTH ST ST ELDRIDGE ALLEN ST ST ORCHARD OW LUDL ST ESSEX ST NORFOLK ST SUFFOLK ST CLINTON ST ST ATTORNEY RIDGE ST ST T PIT

ERY BOW

ST JAMES PL

Downtown Heliport Helicopter Flight Services

ELLIS ISLAND

Ma nha ttan

PEA RL ST

GO LD ST

CH ER RY

3RD AVE

L YP TER BAT

Battery Park

PINE ST WALL ST

Skyscraper Museum

NY Stock Exchange

R RD FD

D ST OA BR LL HA ITE WH

Museum of Jewish Heritage

3RD PL 2ND PL 1ST PL

GREENWICH ST

GTON WASHIN

RECTOR ST W THAMES PL

Brook SEAPORT lyn B ridge HISTORIC DISTRICT FUL TO JOHN N S South Street Seaport T ST

DEY ST CORTLANDT LIBERTY

OE NR MO

WATER ST FRONT ST SOU TH ST

One World Observatory 9/11 Memorial Museum

ST ON DIS A M

City Hall City Hall Park

Museum at Eldridge St

PEARL ST

VESSEY ST

CENTRE ST

ST SON HUD

MURRAY ST

WILLIAM ST

T ST WES CE RRA R TE RIVE

WARREN ST MURRAY ST PARK PL BARCLAY ST VESEY ST

PARK PL

CEY ST DELAN Y E ST ST BROOM WA LES GRAND AD Tenement O Museum BR ST ST EA HESTER

T ES IN T ER S TH ER CA OLIV

CHAMBERS ST

WARREN ST

TON ST E HOUS

ST ER RK MA

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WALKER ST WHITE ST FRANKLIN ST LEONARD ST WORTH ST THOMAS ST DUANE ST Court READE ST Buildings

E 8TH ST

ST ON INT CL T N SS SO ER ER TG FF JE RU

LISPENARD ST

E ST OOR NM

E 1ST ST

BAXTER ST ST MULBERRY MOTT ST ST ELIZABETH

GRAND ST

E 4TH ST E 3RD ST E 2ND ST

SPRING ST

CROSBY ST

Fire Museum

T ST S ST WAT SSE BRO DES TRY ST VES T ST H LAIG RT ST E HUB

NORTH END AVE

MERCER ST

BROOME ST

NOLITA PRINCE ST

CHURCH ST

SPRING ST

CANA L ST

Hoboken - WTC PATH Newark - WTC PATH

NOHO

BROADWAY

ST KING ON ST RLT CHA DAM ST N A T V G S ST Children’s RIN Museum of the Arts SP MINICK DO

WOOSTER ST GREENE ST

TON OUS WH

E 5TH ST

BLEECKER ST

MACDOUGAL SULLIVAN ST THOMPSON ST W BROADWAY

N GTO HIN WAS

TON MOR Y ST LERO N ST KSTO CLAR

Tompkins Sq. Park

E 6TH ST

2ND AVE

W 3RD ST New York University

BE DF OR D

ALPHABET CITY

E 7TH ST

ERY BOW

JON CO ES RN ELI A

WAVERLY PL WASHINGTON SQ N WASHINGTON PL Washington Sq. Park

CA DO RMI WN NE ING ST ST

ST SON HUD

PATH

E 13TH ST E 12TH ST E 11TH ST E 10TH ST E 9TH ST

ST MARKS PL Cooper Union

LAFAYETTE ST

W 10TH ST W 9TH ST

UNIVERSITY PL

New School

W 8TH ST

TO T RIS BARROW S ST CH

Y HWA E HIG T SID WES

E 14TH ST

BROADWAY

GR EEN WIC HA VE

SE GAN IO ST AT HOR ST E Whitney JAN ST Museum 2TH W 1 NE ST HU BET ST T NK BA TH S T 11 S W RRY ST PE LES ST ST AR 0TH R CH W 1 HE P

TH PA H St PAT d t 3r S - 3 3rd n ke - 3 bo Sq o H nal ur Jo

W 13TH ST W 12TH ST W 11TH ST

5TH AVE

W 14TH ST

MEATPACKING DISTRICT VOORT ST

East River Park

nyc transportation

fun facts 800 trips NYC’s buses subway

• A New York City taxi makes almost month. • If you laid out

subway tracks end to

end you’d reach Chicago. • NYC Transit

give

678 million rides every year. • The

fleet

travels 365 million miles a year. • No surprise here: the Times Square-42nd Street subway station is the city’s busiest. It’s the

65 million an alibi? gateway to

rides a year. •

Need

MetroCard swipes are tracked and have

been used in criminal defenses. • Every wonder why city buses don’t take

paper money

NYC Transit uses giant vacuums to empty fareboxes, which would turn that cash into confetti. • By law, there are exactly

13,587 taxis

in NYC. But

good luck

finding even one when it rains.

Continued from p. 66 You can easily spend an afternoon, if not an entire day, shopping and snacking in Chelsea Market. Top picks include Black Seed Bagels, Amy’s Bread, Los Tacos No. 1, and The Lobster Place. Don’t miss the soup dumplings and baos (stuffed buns) inside city icon Pearl River Mart Foods. On the Lower East Side, The Market Line holds down a sprawling subterranean space. Grab a table and choose from Vietnamese, Japanese, Puerto Rican, dim sum, pizza, Veselka’s Ukrainian dumplings (left), and on and on. For dessert you’ll have ice cream and cake pops among your options.

VAX & MASKS On March 7th, 2022, Mayor Eric Adams ended city guidance that asked for vaccine proofs and mask wearing for indoor activities. Individual places may still request mask and/or vax proof, but many have relaxed all requirements for entry. Public transportation as of press time still requires masks. Broadway is requiring masks for all audiences inside the theatre, except while eating or drinking in designated locations, at least through June 30th; many theatres will no longer require proof of vaccination. You can find the latest at broadwayleague.com/covid-19-updates. 74 Everything To Do NYC