2. Hudson River Park
9.6
West St (btwn Battery Pl & W 59th St), New York, NY
Park · West Village · 117 tips and reviews
Thompson Hotels: Escape the grid of Manhattan for this verdant strip along the Hudson. Perfect for picnics and waterside relaxation.
The New Yorker: “My history is a Hudson River history,” said Albert Butzel in a 1997 Talk piece about his battle against highway expansion and for the park’s creation. It only took him twenty years. Read more.
Thrillist: The perfect place for a stroll and a cigar. Blow smoke rings, even if you can’t.
3. Washington Square Park
9.5
W 4th St (btwn MacDougal St & University Pl), New York, NY
Park · Greenwich Village · 708 tips and reviews
New York Habitat: A beautiful park and a must see for any visitor. It's perfect when you just want to sit on a bench and read a book or do some people watching. On nice days you can find all sorts of live music too.
The New Yorker: Home to a free summer music festival since 1953, where music “usually heard in the sanctity (some might say imprisonment) of small concert halls” mixes with the elements, as described in 1987. Read more.
HBO: Girls happened here. Marnie, Shoshanna, and Ray discussed Jessa's flakiness and Shosh ran into a "vintage" rollerblading classmate.
4. Bryant Park
9.5
W 42nd St (btwn 5th & 6th Ave), New York, NY
Park · Midtown · 1228 tips and reviews
Wasan: Amazing park. Tiny, but lively and packed with activities. Ping pong, reading room, and a carrousel to name a few. Plus lots of great food options. My favourite spot in Manhattan.
The New Yorker: “Many of the midday strollers in the park are office workers; they have the subdued mood of prison inmates released into the yard for their daily hour of sunshine and exercise.” —Victor Chen, 1974 Read more.
The Wall Street Journal: Try estimating the percentage of women here. On a recent weekday, it was 53%, according to the park's engineer, who considers that a success. "Women are more discriminating park users," he says. Read more.
5. High Line
9.4
btwn Gansevoort & W 34th St (btwn 10th & 12th Ave), New York, NY
Park · Chelsea · 1499 tips and reviews
Ghadah Ababtain: Another must visit place in NYC 😍 .. a historical train railway transferred to a walking line with awesome architecture and plants art,it goes through ancient places in NYC and near Chelsea Market 😍
Time Out New York: The best place to remember why you love Manhattan takes you above the city while keeping you rooted in urban life. Walk through a field of wildflowers as cabs zoom along the street beneath you. Read more.
HISTORY: Built in the 30s, this was an active railway until 1980. "Friends of the High Line" formed in 1999 with the idea of turning it into an elevated park similar to the Promenade Plantée in Paris.
6. Los Tacos No. 1
9.4
229 W 43rd St (btwn 7th & 8th Ave), New York, NY
Taco Restaurant · Theater District · 175 tips and reviews
Jenny Hart: These are some of the most authentic street tacos in New York City! Extremely tasty and just steps from Times Square! They are a little spicy, so having a drink handy is recommended.
Francisco Noriega: Basically everything. I'm from Mexico, but have been living in the US for about 7 years (Seattle, San Diego, San Francisco) and this are probably the best tacos I've ever had in the US.
William Imperiale: Everything is good! Try the corn tortilla even if you normally prefer soft tacos. Both flour and corn tortillas are soft here.
naveen: The braised octopus. The duck confit. The seabream. And the crozes hermitage is one of my favorite wines ever. (wifi: lacompagnie / experimental)
Thrillist: Keep it simple with the steak tartare, made with top-notch, grass-fed beef that's mixed up with a little tomato confit, shallots, chive, and some sweet mustard. Read more.
E: Amazing staff! Definitely one of my favorite wine bars in the city. Great selections of wine and delicious food!
8. Gramercy Tavern
9.3
42 E 20th St (btwn Broadway & Park Ave), New York, NY
American Restaurant · Flatiron District · 446 tips and reviews
The Food Sluts: One of the best places in NYC, both in terms of quality and value. Try the tavern for great cuisine at an excellent price. We loved the monkfish with citrus salad ($22) & the ricotta cheesecake ($9). Read more.
CNN: CNN Eatocracy: It's one of the New York's most beloved restaurants -- and for good reason with its luxurious yet homey atmosphere. Everything's seasonal and you really can't go wrong.
Eater: The unofficial official First Restaurant of New York. Though its formal dining room is a bit too too for Eater 38 contention, the front room and its seasonal American menu wins. [Eater 38 Member] Read more.
10. Manhatta
9.3
28 Liberty St, New York, NY
New American Restaurant · Financial District · 48 tips and reviews
Dave Couch: Outstanding food at an incredible venue. Amazing setting with incredible view of the New York City skyline
Dan Scavone: The view alone overshadows all the other great things happening here. Interesting pre-fixed menu in the dining room but I favor the bar menu which I look forward to trying. Can’t go wrong either way.
L. Q.: Great deal for lunchtime. Also, unbeatable view. Scotch snails were a great starter. The chicken (yes!) and the pork were delicious. Non-tipping restaurant - which is elegant.
John A: My favorite roaster I enjoyed in Chicago now in nyc. Luxurious location in High Line hotel. Smooth flavorful coffee created by pour over artists. Definitely a nice place to sip your cup of Joe.
Fred Wilson: Umber's sweets are so good
Project Latte: a NYC cafe culture guide: Although the High Line Hotel's exterior looks something like a correctional facility, if you venture inside, you'll find Intelligentsia's attractive lobby coffee bar, their first in NYC. Read more.
12. One World Trade Center
9.2
1 World Trade Ctr (btwn Fulton & West St), New York, NY
Structure · Financial District · 316 tips and reviews
Campbell Bird: Great memorial here. Please try to be respectful while visiting.
HISTORY: The trade center's twin 110-story towers, the planet's tallest buildings when they officially opened in 1973, were destroyed in the September 11, 2001, terrorist attacks against the U.S.
Naohiro Watanabe: On Sep 11th 2013, New York marked the 12th anniversary of the 911 attack on the World Trade center. Always remember the ones we lost!
13. Jacob's Pickles
9.2
509 Amsterdam Ave (btwn W 84th & W 85th St), New York, NY
Southern Food Restaurant · Upper West Side · 672 tips and reviews
Nicole Hering: A one of a kind joint on the UWS - but a true gem. Solid atmosphere and a must try! Pro tip: Get yourself a growler.
People: Check out what Chris Rock and Bobby Cannavale ordered during a recent trip to Jacob's Pickles! Read more.
Serious Eats: Comfortable southern and soul food restaurant with good pickles, biscuit sandwiches, and beer.
14. 54 Below
9.2
254 W 54th St (btwn Broadway & 8th Ave), New York, NY
Performing Arts Venue · Theater District · 45 tips and reviews
Tracy Krupitzer: The cocktails are amazing. And get the fries. Just... Just get the fries.
Concert Ticket Agency: A must for all Broadway fans! From Ben Vereen to Patti LuPone. Food/drink minimum, but the small plates are delicious. Not a bad seat in the house, staff is very accommodating and performance-friendly
Andrea Mathias: The perfect place for a first date, catch up with friends, or just to slip away from reality for a while. Also, I will do bad things to get my hands on some of their truffle Mac & Cheese.
15. Up Thai
9.1
1411 2nd Ave (btwn E 73rd St & E 74th St), New York, NY
Thai Restaurant · Upper East Side · 172 tips and reviews
ZenFoodster: Kao Nar Ped Krob Lunch Special (Qtr Duck Breast & Chinese Broccoli) has crispy skin & was juicy on inside but dish on saltier side. If ur lkg for a more sweet & savory balance, Moo Dang is dish to get
Nas Benali: I do not recommend this place even though the food is great. The service is so unpleasant. We came here twice and both times the waitresses were extremely rude and unfriendly. Not coming here again!
Jason H.: Hidden gem. Looks like nothing from the outside....inside it's a charming, well decorated space with excellent Thai cuisine. A must try.