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Ranked #71 of 707 Attractions in New York City
352 reviews
Attraction type Landmarks/ Points of Interest
Distance 0.4 miles from city center
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- "911 tragedy" May 29, 2012
- "A "must-see" spot in New Yor..." May 28, 2012
- "Just Breathtaking" May 28, 2012
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Ranked #72 of 707 Attractions in New York City
86 reviews
Attraction type Trams
Distance 3.9 miles from city center
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- "Nice views from above" May 22, 2012
- "great view" May 18, 2012
- "Roosevelt Island & Tram" May 12, 2012
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Ranked #73 of 707 Attractions in New York City
44 reviews
No need to settle for just looking at the stars - this $210 million planetarium is a virtual joyride through the universe.
Attraction type Observatories/ Planetariums
Distance 5.0 miles from city center
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- "One of the Worlds Top Planet..." May 21, 2012
- "Wonderful planetarium" May 17, 2012
- "Hayden Planetarium out of th..." May 15, 2012
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Ranked #74 of 707 Attractions in New York City
63 reviews
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This landmark performance center features everything from intimate solo artists to grand-scale musicals. Superb restaurants,...
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This landmark performance center features everything from intimate solo artists to grand-scale musicals. Superb restaurants, a museum and gift shop make for a memorable visit.
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Attraction type Theaters; Concerts
Distance 3.8 miles from city center
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- "Amazing performace space" May 15, 2012
- "Place and Performance" May 14, 2012
- "Smaller theater" May 11, 2012
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Ranked #75 of 707 Attractions in New York City
53 reviews
If you're wanting to visit New York and feel like a local rather than a tourist, this is THE place to stay. You won't see a lot of tourists, but you'll see the locals--out... more »
Attraction type Neighborhoods; Landmarks/ Points of Interest
Distance 5.3 miles from city center
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- "Really Nice Place to be" May 7, 2012
- "Welcome to my neighborhood" Apr 28, 2012
- "Great Neighborhood in NYC!" Apr 28, 2012
Ranked #76 of 707 Attractions in New York City
23 reviews
Attraction type Museums; Art Museums
Distance 1.8 miles from city center
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- "Hidden Gem" May 25, 2012
- "Excellent" May 18, 2012
- "Nice small museum" Apr 10, 2012
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Ranked #77 of 707 Attractions in New York City
129 reviews
Famous street offering some of the most expensive and fashionable shops in the city.
Attraction type Landmarks/ Points of Interest
Distance 3.0 miles from city center
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- "great place shopping" May 29, 2012
- "Great fun" May 25, 2012
- "everything you need" May 23, 2012
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Ranked #78 of 707 Attractions in New York City
21 reviews
Broadway theater currently showing the smash hit musical "Wicked", the story of Oz before Dorothy arrived.
Attraction type Theaters
Distance 3.5 miles from city center
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- "Great view and Bargain ticke..." May 23, 2012
- "Beautiful" May 9, 2012
- "Wicked at Gershwin" Apr 23, 2012
Ranked #79 of 707 Attractions in New York City
6 reviews
Attraction type Theaters
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- "great place to see a show" May 19, 2012
- "Million Dollar Quartet" May 7, 2012
- "Avenue q is a must see..." May 2, 2012
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Ranked #80 of 707 Attractions in New York City
225 reviews
The ground where the World Trade Center stood is now the location of the new 9/11 Memorial Plaza, featuring the Memorial Pools a plaza full of white oak trees and the future site... more »
Attraction type Historic Sites; Landmarks/ Points of Interest
Distance 0.4 miles from city center
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- "Too much security" May 26, 2012
- "Inspirational" May 25, 2012
- "Most Famous place" May 24, 2012
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Ranked #81 of 707 Attractions in New York City
26 reviews
The museum is devoted to the exploration of Jewish heritage and a living memorial to the Holocaust.
Attraction type Specialty Museums; History Museums; Museums
Distance 0.9 miles from city center
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- "A museum worth visiting" Apr 23, 2012
- "Conflicted Museum" Apr 14, 2012
- "Will Take 2-3 Hours to Go Th..." Apr 12, 2012
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Ranked #82 of 707 Attractions in New York City
10 reviews
TriBeCa (an acronym for Triangle Below Canal) is a neighborhood on Manhattan's lower west side. It is roughly bound by Murray Street to the south, Broadway to the East and Canal... more »
Attraction type Neighborhoods
Distance 0.1 miles from city center
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- "Fun, Clean, very health and..." May 12, 2012
- "Wonderful place for a walk" May 7, 2012
- ""Loft central"" Apr 26, 2012
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Ranked #83 of 707 Attractions in New York City
26 reviews
Attraction type Theaters
Distance 4.8 miles from city center
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- "Sit in the first row of the..." May 8, 2012
- "Great theater!" Apr 29, 2012
- "Amazing place to see a show..." Apr 18, 2012
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Ranked #84 of 707 Attractions in New York City
90 reviews
This Daniel Burnham design got its moniker because, as you might guess, it resembles an iron.
Attraction type Architectural Buildings
Distance 2.0 miles from city center
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- "The Spiderman Building" May 21, 2012
- "Wonderful building" May 21, 2012
- "Interesting because of Uniqu..." May 21, 2012
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Ranked #85 of 707 Attractions in New York City
55 reviews
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FUERZA BRUTA is a non-stop collision of dynamic music, visceral emotion, and kinetic aerial imagery. Featuring mind – blowing...
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FUERZA BRUTA is a non-stop collision of dynamic music, visceral emotion, and kinetic aerial imagery. Featuring mind – blowing visual effects that must be seen to be believed – a man running full throttle through a series of moving walls, women frolicking in a watery world suspended just inches above the audience – FUERZA BRUTA: LOOK UP is a theatrical experience that floods the senses. Come experience a 360° heart-pounding theatrical experience!
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Attraction type Performances
Distance 1.7 miles from city center
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- "Mind Blowing experience (A M..." May 26, 2012
- "Worth The Experience" May 7, 2012
- "Totally different show but i..." May 2, 2012
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Ranked #86 of 707 Attractions in New York City
71 reviews
A museum displaying works of art by German and Austrian artists and designers.
Attraction type Art Museums
Distance 5.2 miles from city center
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- "Exquisite & unique museum of..." May 28, 2012
- "Favorite Museum in all of NY..." May 25, 2012
- "Klimt is great, but expensiv..." May 23, 2012
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Ranked #87 of 707 Attractions in New York City
102 reviews
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Union Square has a year-round greenmarket, where you can sample goods from local farmers. It also has several playgrounds, a...
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Union Square has a year-round greenmarket, where you can sample goods from local farmers. It also has several playgrounds, a lively holiday market, and benches where you can watch a slice of New York go by.
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Attraction type Neighborhoods; Landmarks/ Points of Interest
Distance 1.7 miles from city center
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- "Interesting spot!" May 22, 2012
- "A must-see for visitors!" May 19, 2012
- "Manhattan's Best (and Origin..." May 18, 2012
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Ranked #88 of 707 Attractions in New York City
31 reviews
Attraction type Performances
Distance 3.3 miles from city center
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- "LOVED it!" May 19, 2012
- "It's okay, but there are muc..." Feb 14, 2012
- "Try to catch the touring com..." Jan 28, 2012
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Ranked #89 of 707 Attractions in New York City
851 reviews
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Interactive, modernized exhibits and an IMAX theater help bring this museum, dedicated to understanding the past, into the...
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Interactive, modernized exhibits and an IMAX theater help bring this museum, dedicated to understanding the past, into the 21st century.
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Attraction type Natural History Museums; Observatories/ Planetariums; Museums
Distance 4.9 miles from city center
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- "Must see for all ages" May 28, 2012
- "THE OVERALL BEST MUSEUM IN T..." May 28, 2012
- "Natural History Museum, NY" May 27, 2012
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Ranked #90 of 707 Attractions in New York City
205 reviews
Attraction type Arenas/ Stadiums/ Fields
Distance 2.6 miles from city center
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- "NY Knicks great fun" May 27, 2012
- "Historic New York sports mec..." May 26, 2012
- "Rangers viewing party" May 23, 2012
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Ranked #91 of 707 Attractions in New York City
13 reviews
Attraction type Parks
Distance 6.4 miles from city center
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- "Great place for walk and to..." May 15, 2012
- "Great Park to Visit!" Apr 28, 2012
- "River Views!" Apr 10, 2012
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Ranked #92 of 707 Attractions in New York City
39 reviews
The symbol of the Harlem Renaissance of the 1920s, the Apollo is still the place to perform in Harlem.
Attraction type Theaters
Distance 7.2 miles from city center
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- "Amateur Night at the Apollo" May 28, 2012
- "amateur night" May 27, 2012
- "Amateur night fun" May 26, 2012
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Ranked #93 of 707 Attractions in New York City
9 reviews
Attraction type Movie Theaters
Distance 3.6 miles from city center
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- "The Last "Real" Theater" May 7, 2012
- "Movie with a past" Apr 12, 2012
- "best cinema experience" Apr 6, 2012
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Ranked #94 of 707 Attractions in New York City
67 reviews
Attraction type Scenic/ Historic Walking Areas
Distance 0.5 miles from city center
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- "you not coming to NYC if not..." May 29, 2012
- "Shopping time!" May 22, 2012
- "not to be missed" May 21, 2012
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Ranked #95 of 707 Attractions in New York City
9 reviews
Attraction type Neighborhoods; Scenic/ Historic Walking Areas
Distance 5.2 miles from city center
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- "Its nice to stall if you wan..." May 21, 2012
- "Quiet Elegance" May 11, 2012
- "Old money (and some new) liv..." Apr 25, 2012
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Ranked #96 of 707 Attractions in New York City
11 reviews
Attraction type Theaters
Distance 3.3 miles from city center
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- "Go See Ghost the Musical" Apr 7, 2012
- "Ghost-The Musical" Mar 27, 2012
- "Lovely theatre & an amazing..." Feb 17, 2012
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Ranked #97 of 707 Attractions in New York City
104 reviews
On display since November 2005, BODIES…The Exhibition underwent a month-long redesign to offer a more interactive, awe-inspiring experience for visitors. The enhanced Exhibition... more »
Attraction type Specialty Museums; Museums
Distance 0.5 miles from city center
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- "Interesting, but you need a..." May 28, 2012
- "Bodies - a close up and pers..." May 19, 2012
- "Not for me.." May 15, 2012
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Ranked #98 of 707 Attractions in New York City
113 reviews
Attraction type Performances
Distance 1.3 miles from city center
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- "Big Blue Fun!" May 26, 2012
- "GREAT show!" May 25, 2012
- "Great show" May 22, 2012
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Ranked #99 of 707 Attractions in New York City
143 reviews
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The park includes, on one end, Hope Garden - a memorial to AIDS victims - and on another, the ferry that'll take you to Ellis...
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The park includes, on one end, Hope Garden - a memorial to AIDS victims - and on another, the ferry that'll take you to Ellis Island and the Statue of Liberty, not to mention a number of other memorials and monuments scattered in between.
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Attraction type Parks
Distance 0.8 miles from city center
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- "Great Vantage Point" May 28, 2012
- "Very nice." May 22, 2012
- "Nice Park, Come for the Stat..." May 21, 2012
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Ranked #100 of 707 Attractions in New York City
10 reviews
NY Vietnam Veterans Memorial in Manhattan
Attraction type Historic Walking Areas
Distance 0.8 miles from city center
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- "A fine Tribute to the men an..." Apr 2, 2012
- "A beautiful memorial and sur..." Mar 29, 2012
- "Vietnam Veterans memorial" Mar 29, 2012
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