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Attending a Broadway show is one of the top things to do in New York City. Considered the pinnacle of American theater, this is the place to see the latest shows and the long-running classics. Broadway usually refers simply to Broadway theater, which encompasses a large number of theater venues in the Theater District and along the street of Broadway. For
The Metropolitan Museum of Art, or the Met, as it is commonly known, was founded in 1870, and is one of the most famous museums in the United States. The permanent collection of The Met contains more than two million works of art, spanning a period of 5,000 years. Although the museum has three sites, the centerpiece is The Met Fifth Avenue. Highlights
When it comes to New York attractions, Rockefeller Center is on almost all tourist's itineraries. This vast entertainment and shopping complex in the middle of Manhattan is home to NBC-TV and other media, but the centerpiece is the 70-story 30 Rockefeller Plaza, an Art Deco skyscraper that offers awesome views over Manhattan from the famous Top of the Rock
A walk, peddle, or carriage ride through the crisscrossing pathways of Central Park is a must-do on anyone's New York City itinerary. In winter, you can even lace up your skates and glide across Wollman Rink. This huge park in the city center, a half-mile wide and 2.5 miles long, is one of the things that makes New York such a beautiful and livable
The Statue of Liberty was France's gift to America. Built in 1886, it remains a famous world symbol of freedom and one of the greatest American icons. It is one of the world's largest statues, standing just under 152 feet tall from the base to the torch, and weighing approximately 450,000 pounds. You can see the statue from land,
The much-anticipated NYC Nordstrom flagship was worth the wait. The sprawling seven-floor space mixes high and low fashions alongside pieces from local designers, high-end shoes, accessories, makeup and fragrances. Kids’ gear and in-store shops from designers like Valentino, YSL and Burberry are also on hand. Other features include personal in-store styling,
This NYC street wear brand, known for producing clothing in small quantities, has opened an outpost in Greenpoint. Similar to its Lower East Side location, the Brooklyn store sells made-in-the-USA jackets, sweatshirts, T-shirts and hats as well as collaborations and exclusive drops. The bright, airy space caters to the skateboarding community, holding
This brand specializes in products for the design-conscious outdoorsman. Think handcrafted leather briefcases, clever camp gear, hunting knives and axes, and handmade sweaters. The location carries all the goods its Manhattan counterpart does, plus furniture from Soma. You’ll also find limited-edition specialty items.
Fans of this men’s footwear brand include actor Ryan Reynolds and former NBA star Dwyane Wade (who is also an investor in the company). At this flagship, the first brick-and-mortar entry for the Utah-based brand, you’ll find stylish and affordable boots, handmade in Spain and Portugal. The inviting store features vintage and rugged furniture pieces meant to
This chic, eco-conscious clothing brand has been a staple of the downtown shopping scene since launching in 2011. With this boutique, Reformation heads uptown—bringing along its signature slip dresses, cutesy prints and frocks made from sustainably sourced fabrics. The 3,000-square-foot space also houses the brand’s bridal line.
