MikeRC Posted January 3, 2011 Share Posted January 3, 2011 Couldn't resist an airline seat sale last week and we booked a flight to New York in late March (landing at Newark, NJ). We've never been there, but everyone we know who has been there has enjoyed it. The only "must do's" on on Linda's list are 2 shows (Jersey Boys & The Lion King) and a visit to Ellis Island (we both have ancestors that were processed at Pier 21 in Halifax and possibly Ellis Island). We tend to like museums, symphony and pretty well any small ethnic restaurants. Linda grew up in Montreal so she knows smoked meat and pastrami! So open question regarding suggested places to stay (we like boutique hotels as long as they are convenient to transit &/or cabs) and eat. Quite a few people at work have either worked/trained in NYC or have visited so we already have quite a few suggestions but more ideas can't hurt, can they? Mike Cassidy Link to comment
David Posted January 3, 2011 Share Posted January 3, 2011 I like the feel of Grand Central Station. Link to comment
Twisties Posted January 3, 2011 Share Posted January 3, 2011 Well, I would say The Met is must see. We enjoyed One if by Land Two if By Sea in Greenwich Village (GV) for a fine dining experience. I would check Wine Spectator and Dirona for current top dining recommendations. Frankly we liked the GV best overall in our meanderings around the city. I would try to stay there if going again. We mostly walked the city, used the subway now and again, but walked and walked... A great thing to do. All the neighborhoods. Great bakeries, delis, pizza-Italian etc everywhere. Chinatown is interesting, as is Little Italy. I would put Chinatown on the must see list I think. You can't go wrong. Have fun. Link to comment
Joe Frickin' Friday Posted January 3, 2011 Share Posted January 3, 2011 Was there a couple of years ago. Did this food tour of Greenwich Village, had a great time. You'll walk a couple of miles, sample foods from a bunch of different restaurants, and get a detailed oral history of those restaurants, the neighborhoods, and various landmarks in the area. It was definitely worthwhile. Small ethnic restaurants? We ate at Bamiyan, an afghan restaurant. Small? Check. Ethnic? Check. If you're looking for something more upscale and you're willing to cross the river, check out Casa Dante over in Jersey City. The decor will remind you of Lawrence Welk, and the staff will remind you of The Godfather, but the food was awesome, best spaghetti I've ever had. Link to comment
1MPH Posted January 3, 2011 Share Posted January 3, 2011 The Cloisters Museum & Gardens | The Metropolitan Museum of ArtFuentidueña Chapel, The Cloisters Museum and Gardens, New York. Holiday Concert at The Cloisters—Nowell's Delight Tuesday, December 28, 1:00 p.m. and 3:00 ... General Information - Events & Programs at The Cloisters - Group Visits www.metmuseum.org/cloisters/ - Cached - Similar If you have the time this is a great place to visit. Monasteries that were brought over from Europe. Link to comment
Deadboy Posted January 3, 2011 Share Posted January 3, 2011 Highline park....like nothing I have ever seen. And of course Central park (it is huge so pick a section) .....also if you are visiting Ellis island you will also be right there at the Statue of Liberty (same boat, different stop) so be sure to plan time to see both. Get there early (or possibly buy tickets in advance) and be sure to get a crown ticket which will allow you to go inside the statue (they sell out of them frequently, we were unable to get them on our last visit). and eat everything you can find....NY has a lot of great restaurants.... Link to comment
John Ranalletta Posted January 3, 2011 Share Posted January 3, 2011 we both have ancestors that were processed at Pier 21 in Halifax and possibly Ellis IslandIf Ellis, go to ellisisland.org where you can look up your ancestor. Some folks visit Tribeca or Little Italy, but if that's your thing, opt for Little Italy in the Bronx on Arthur Avenue. Link to comment
AviP Posted January 3, 2011 Share Posted January 3, 2011 For an unscale dining experience with DJ music, try the Ajna Bar. I prefer the lounge atmosphere to the restaurant. Music and dance really kicks up around midnight. Great decor and food. Pricey! Lots of young kids come in for champagne and posting BTDT Twitter crap. Link to comment
Joe Frickin' Friday Posted January 3, 2011 Share Posted January 3, 2011 also if you are visiting Ellis island you will also be right there at the Statue of Liberty (same boat, different stop) so be sure to plan time to see both. Get there early (or possibly buy tickets in advance) and be sure to get a crown ticket which will allow you to go inside the statue (they sell out of them frequently, we were unable to get them on our last visit). Definitely get tickets before you go. The sooner you can get them, the better. You may not have much of a problem since March weather won't be stellar and school will still be in session, but during the summer months tickets sell out pretty fast. Link to comment
yabadabapal Posted January 3, 2011 Share Posted January 3, 2011 Cafe De La lanterna on Mcdougal street in the village Caafe Reggio on Mcdougal in the village My old new stand at 405 6th ave on the corner of 8th and 6th in the village. (I could tell you stories) Mamouns Falafels (the greatest in the world) on Mcdougal and west 4th. While your there go for a nice walk in washington square park. Have fun! One more Great wood oven made pizza Johns Pizza on Bleeker. The best! Link to comment
marcopolo Posted January 3, 2011 Share Posted January 3, 2011 We just spent Christmas in NYC, our sixth visit. Places to stay: sign up for Omni hotels loyalty program and you can get their e-mail updates on specials/packages etc. This trip we stayed at the Omni Berkshire Place Hotel. It was a great hotel, very ideally located at East 52nd St and Madison Ave. It's typically $270/ni for a standard room, but we paid only $119.ni for five nights with an online package we were alerted to. You can walk to many Broadway theatres (including to see Jersey Boys) and 5th Ave shopping/window watching is just steps away. It's also very close to Central Park and to a number of subway stations. http://www.omnihotels.com/FindAHotel/NewYorkOmniBerkshire.aspx Places to eat: Check these out. The food and atmosphere are good, and prices are not out of this world: - The Red Cat in Chelsea http://www.theredcat.com/redcat.php - Cornelia Street Cafe in Greenwich Village http://corneliastreetcafe.com/ - Dos Caminos (four locations) for decent Mexican. Fresh-made guacamole is very good. http://www.doscaminos.com/ - Nobu Next Door in Tribeca (sushi and other stuff) http://www.noburestaurants.com/next-door/experience/introduction/ Things To Do and See: - Staue of Liberty/Ellis Island; - sightseeing bus tour (sounds hokey, but it's a good way to get a feel for the layout of Manhattan); - Central Park; - walk across the Brooklyn Bridge; - NBC studios tour and/or go to the top of the Rock (as in Rockefeller Center); - go to top of the Empire State Building; - go to J.P. Morgan Library; - go to the Frick collection (private art/sculpture collection); - check out now what will be playing at Radio City Music Hall; - hockey game at Madison Square Gardens; - hop on the Staten Island Ferry (good way to see the city from the water); - Metropolitan Museum of Art (5th Avenue at central Park); - browse Macy's, Bloomingdale's, Sak's etc., if you, or your wife, are into shopping or even just looking. - shopping in SoHo (lots of boutiques, cafes and galleries); - have a drink overlooking the main concourse of Grand Central Station (we did this at Metrazur with friends on Christmas Eve and it was lots of fun. There's also the Campbell Apartment -- dress code there). An overarching theme will be lots of walking. Also, buy a Metro Card for the subway for $10, or $20 to start. Rides are $2.25. Taxis are also pretty inexpensive. BTW, finding directions is very easy with Google Maps (you can specify whether you're walking, or taking public transit). The MTA (transit authority has a very good ride planner on their website): http://www.mta.info/ Link to comment
Tank Posted January 3, 2011 Share Posted January 3, 2011 Mike, Linda ...... You are going to have FUN. Motorcycling= so many roads-so little time New York= so little time-so much to see Link to comment
Deadboy Posted January 3, 2011 Share Posted January 3, 2011 Actually it is called The High Line....my mistake.... http://www.thehighline.org/ Link to comment
Bronx Cheer Posted January 4, 2011 Share Posted January 4, 2011 You may want to consider a visit to Ground Zero. Quite a moving and emotional experience. Link to comment
Shaman97 Posted January 4, 2011 Share Posted January 4, 2011 +1 on The Cloisters. Unexpected artifacts and works of art in a grand setting. Also near-by, if you can answer the question: "Who's buried in Grant's Tomb?" 2nd Avenue Deli. Tremendous Pastrami sandwich (in every sense of the word) Hint: it's no longer on 2nd Ave. Good stop for lunch after the Empire State Building. Have a Chocolate Egg Cream to wash it down. If you're there on a Sunday, and the weather cooperates, head down to Washington Park (mini Arc de Triomphe) for people watching. March is not the best time for that, though. Link to comment
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