The Best Things to Do in New York City

by LEFFEL, CAITLINLEHMAN, JACOB

• ISBN13: 9780789313980
• ISBN10: 0789313987
• Format: Trade Paper
• Copyright: 2006-10-17
• Publisher: Universe

Summary

What are 1001 things you should treat yourself and your guests to in New York City? Be serenaded by Cole Porter's piano at the Waldorf, or hear Woody Allen play clarinet at the Carlyle. Drink champagne on the roof of the Metropolitan Museum, or discover the abandoned subway station at City Hall. Eat at America's very first pizzeria, or enjoy the most expensive cocktail in the country at the World Bar. Ride the Staten Island Ferry, or ride a bike through Central Park. Go surfing out at Rockaway Beach, or relax in a Russian bath in the East Village . . . . Organized by themeincluding Eating and Drinking, 24-hour New York, Shopping and Spending, Arts and Culture, Views and Sites, the Great Outdoors, and Classic New Yorkand packed with detailed, helpful indexes organized by neighborhood and by category, this is simply the most fun and comprehensive guidebook to New York City ever.The Best Things to Do in New Yorkcrosses genres and boroughs to explore every aspect of the most diverse and exciting city in the world. Written from experience by two people who love the city, and featuring priceless tips from expert contributorsfrom authors on their favorite bookstores to architects on the city's best buildingsThe Best Things to do in New Yorkis much more than just a guide.

Author Biography

Caitlin Leffel, a native New Yorker, is a writer and editor who has contributed regularly to Daily Candy and Publishers Weekly. Jacob Lehman, a passionate newcomer to the Big Apple, works in the editorial division of a major New York publisher. This is their first book.

Table of Contents

Acknowledgments	xx
Introduction	xx
How to use this book	xx
The Classics	17	(39)
Historic Sites
Good Old Haunts
Signature Activities
Places We Miss Most
Expert Contributor Rick Bell
My Five Favorite Classic Buildings in New York
Views & Sights	56	(26)
Rooftop Bars & Restaurants
Views from Buildings
Views from Monuments
Water Views
Promenades & Esplanades
Views from Bridges and Subways
People Watching
Expert Contributor Joseph O. Holmes
My Five Favorite Spots to Photograph---and photograph from---in New York
On the Street & Underground	82	(35)
Street Fairs & Festivals
Parades
Flea Markets
Walking Tours
Interesting Houses & Beautiful Blocks
Subways & Subway Stations
Street Features & Fun
Street Food
Favorite Movie Locations
Expert Contributor Bret Watson
My Five Favorite Places to Visit in New York
Arts & Culture	117
Museums
Art
Music & Dance
Theater & Performance
Film
Expert Contributor David Masello
My Five Favorite Artworks in New York
Eating & Drinking	5	(201)
New York Chefs
Incredible Meals
Remarkable Holes-in-the-Wall
Famous Food Wars
Food Festivals
Gourmet Markets
Ethnic Eats
Great Bars
Pizza!
Expert Contributor Andrea Strong
My Five Favorite Restaurants in New York
The Great Outdoors	206	(33)
Parks & Gardens
Cinema al Fresco
Outdoor Music
Central & Prospect Parks
Water Fun
Nature & Wildlife
Outdoor Yoga
`Tai Chi & Other Activities
Expert Contributor Francisco Liuzzi
My Five Favorite Outdoor Sports in New York
Bargains & Splurges	239	(50)
Department Stores
Sample Sales
Boutiques & Specialty Shops
Record Stores
Shopping Excursions
On the Cheap & All Out
Cheap Thrills
Deluxe Treatment
Expert Contributor Laura Dave
My Five Favorite Bookstores in New York
Enrichment & Renewal	289	(25)
Literature & Spoken Word
Classes & Courses
Lectures
Dance & Martial Arts
Meditation
Spas
Baths & Acupuncture
Expert Contributor Pavia Rosati
My Five Favorite Retreats in New York
24-Hour Fun	314	(31)
24-Hour Services & Destinations
Early Bird & Night Owl Shopping
New Year's Fun
Clubs & Live Music Venues
24-Hour Spas & Gyms
All-night Diners & Other Eateries
Midnight Movies
Expert Contributor Wendy Mitchell
My Five Favorite Dive Bars in New York
Only in New York	345	(52)
Unique Sites & Activities
Coney Island
The Best Bathrooms
Famous Faces at the Bar
One-of-a-kind Restaurants
Favorite New York Characters
Expert Contributor A.J. Jacobs
My Five Favorite Things I Learned About New York from Reading the Encyclopedia
Indexes:
Main Index	375	(10)
By Neighborhood	385	(8)
Calendar of Events	393	(1)
Free Activities	394	(2)
Kid-Friendly Activities	396	(1)
Restaurants, Food Markets, and Bars	397