Outdoor Activities in New York City

  1. Penthouse 808

    3.8 (122 Votes)
    Penthouse 808

    View Point, Food And Drinks, Restaurant

    Penthouse 808 is a beautiful resto-cum lounge which offers brilliant views of Manhattan skyline as well as the Queensboro Bridge. It crowns the Ravel Hotel. The 110 seating inside is separated by a 112 feet wall from a 110 seating outside. During colder months you can see the magical Manhattan skyline while comforting yourself with the hot food and lovely soups inside. All in all its worth a me...Read more
  2. Alma

    4.2 (310 Votes)
    Alma

    View Point, Food And Drinks, Restaurant

    Alma has created a place for itself in the New York dining scene. Each of these three floors offer a different feel and are designed by the four different owners. Chef Gary Jacobson was heading this place ever since 2004; the year Alma was opened. Chef Francisco Lopez has ever since continued his tradition beautifully and till date the cuisine created here is memorable. The roof top deck is a h...Read more
  3. Pete's Tavern

    4.2 (286 Votes)
    Pete's Tavern

    Bar, Landmark, Food And Drinks, Adults

    Pete's Tavern is one of the oldest bars in the city of New York. The best part is that it has never shut down and has been continuously operating ever since it was started. It would not be wrong to say that Pete’s Tavern can be considered as one of the oldest landmarks of the city. O Henry was a regular here and they serve the same quality of Italian- American food till date. You can choo...Read more
  4. The Dakota

    Landmark, Architecture

    One of the most famous and mysterious building in New York, the Dakota Apartments were built in 1884. Since then the building is known for ghost hauntings and is home to some of the most celebrated personalities in the world. From John Lennon and Yoko Ono to Roberta Flack, Ruth Ford, Rosemary Clooney and Judy Garland, many artists have made the place their home. Apart from rejecting some other ...Read more
  5. Time Warner Center

    4.2 (19 Votes)
    Time Warner Center

    View Point, Tower, Architecture

    The Time Warner center consist of twin towers that have a height of 750 feet with 55 floors that accommodate Time Warner Inc., R&D Center for VMware, the famous Mandarin Oriental, popular Shops and residential complexes. The gorgeous building is a pleasure to see after dark especially from the Central Park and is even more stunning when seen from inside. The view of the Columbus circle from...Read more
  6. Columbus Circle Image
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    Museum, Walking Area, Monument, Statue

    Located close to Broadway, Central Park and Eighth Avenue, Columbus Circle is dedicated to Christopher Columbus and is one of the most bustling places in New York. The famous Times Warner Centre, Museum of Arts and Design, Maine Monument (built in the early 20th century and dedicated to the people who lost their lives in the battleship explosion) and the statue of Christopher Columbus take cent...Read more
  7. 5 Pointz Aerosol Art Center

    4.5 (390 Votes)
    5 Pointz Aerosol Art Center

    Art And Culture, Art Gallery, Outdoors, Exhibition

    5 Pointz Aerosol Art Centre basicallu is an outdoor art exhibit space where graffiti artists can exercise their artistic talent. If you visit here on weekends, between noon and 7 pm, you’re likely to catch graffiti artists at work. You can witness examples of classic old school graffiti, “graphic design” graffiti, modern graffiti with clean shapes and lines, street art, sticke...Read more
  8. Bronx Zoo

    4.5 (6187 Votes)
    Bronx Zoo

    Wildlife Park, Zoo

    The zoo is run by the Wildlife Conservation Society which saves wildlife and wild places worldwide, through science, global conservation, education, and the management of the world’s largest system of urban wildlife parks, led by the flagship Bronx Zoo. Together these activities change attitudes toward nature and help people imagine wildlife and humans living in harmony. The Bronx zoo is...Read more
  9. Ellis Island

    Art And Culture, Art Museum, Art Gallery, Island

    Ellis Island is regarded as one of the most popular attractions in the city of New York. It is located in Manhattan, and is surrounded by famous landmarks like Statue of Liberty and Empire State Building. Today, this island is an immigration museum and is also part of Statue of Liberty National Monument. You can enjoy self guided tours in which you can have a great view of various artifacts, p...Read more
  10. Eagle Street Rooftop Farm

    Farm

    Location three storeyed off the street and giving spectacular views of the famous Manhattan skyline, Eagle Street Rooftop Farm is a terrace garden. With a total area of 6,000 square foot, this garden aims to give you insights into the fields of eco farming and organic produce. While classes are conducted here often for this purpose, events can also be conducted. If you don’t have too much...Read more
  11. The Cloisters

    4.7 (4521 Votes)
    The Cloisters

    Museum, Landmark, Architecture , Specialty Museum

    The Cloisters is located in fort Tryon Park. It is a part of the Metropolitan Museum of Art. The Cloisters Museum is devoted to the art and architecture of Europe of the medieval period. The museum was assembled using domestic and religious architectural elements from the 12th to the 15th century Europe. The Cloisters boasts of really beautiful gardens. Cloisters’ collections comprise of...Read more
  12. Union Square

    Landmark, Neighborhoods

    The Union Square neighbourhood is popular for the bustling meeting park that acts as a subway hub and greenmarket spot. Namesake of the park and the plaza, this neighbourhood is favourite to business professionals, artists, students, tourists, and protesters at the same time. The square is flanked by some world-renowned store outlets, high rising residential buildings, casual cafeterias, and re...Read more
  13. Brighton Beach

    Beach

    Populated with the Eastern European and Russian communities, the Brighton Beach is also known as the Little Odessa. This lively and vibrant neighbourhood is stuffed with a number of sky-scraping residential buildings set up in compliance with the sassy nightclubs and restaurants. One of the most prominent clubs in Brighton Beach is the Brighton Beach Baths where you can enjoy Mah Jongg, Card ga...Read more
  14. Carrie Bradshaw Apartment Image
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    Landmark

    Carrie Bradshaw's Apartment in New York has become a unique tourist attraction over the years. Home to a main character from the popular TV show Sex and the City, the apartment attracts many fans of the show. Located in the charming neighbourhood, this apartment plays a huge role in the series. Many fans like to call it the fifth important character as well. Though the apartment is now home to ...Read more
  15. George Washington Bridge

    Bridge

    George Washington Bridge is proud to be one of the busiest motor vehicle bridges in the world. This iconic structure is a double-decked suspension bridge that spans over the Hudson River and connects New York City with New Jersey. The construction of the bridge was completed in 1931 and has been expanded a couple of times over the decades to accommodate the increasing traffic. George Washington...Read more