1. Carl Schurz Park
9.5
599 E 86th St (at East End Ave), New York, NY
Park · Yorkville · 97 tips and reviews
Mark N: a beautiful park with beautiful views
Paige C: This park is an UES gem. Beautiful walk ways, views and plenty of places to lounge or picnic. Also the home of Gracie Mansion. Bring your dog! Excellent dog parks for both large and small pups.
Momentous Promotions: Beautiful place and views! Great place to have lunch or just get out of the city, while your still in it.
6. The Pierre
8.8
2 E 61st St (at 5th Ave), New York, NY
Hotel · Upper East Side · 46 tips and reviews
Roland O: Great views of the park!
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7. Metropolitan Club
8.5
1 E 60th St (at 5th Ave), New York, NY
Event Space · Upper East Side · 15 tips and reviews
Danny Sauter: insane view of central park. members only.
Daniel Oon: Founded by JP Morgan. An amazing view of Central Park while having lunch; old world art deco with a library on 2nd floor. Morgan had unlimited budget for construction. Strict dress code, members only.
Lala Lopez: The most grand establishment in New York, founded in 1891. The ceilings are high and ornately painted. The food is delightful and the champagne makes it feel like the Met Club is an absolute dream.
8. The Surrey
7.8
20 E 76th St, New York, NY
Hotel · Upper East Side · 30 tips and reviews
Frani Lieberman: A beautiful hidden gem. Relaxing, jazzy tunes and a gorgeous view- if it's not too busy with hotel patrons, they'll let us regular folk up to enjoy.
Igor Tumasov: Roof Garden Bar - one of the best rooftop bar views (Central Park)
Baly: For more about the fantastic art on view, go to www.thesurrey.com/art-the-surrey
9. The Frick Collection
8.8
1 E 70th St (at 5th Ave), New York, NY
Art Museum · Upper East Side · 212 tips and reviews
Affinia Hotel Collection: Sit in the Gardens or view some classic European masterpieces in a setting that feels like a trip back in time.
Daniel Karran: BE SURE NOT TO TAKE PHOTOGRAPHS! Enjoy strolling through the halls and viewing some decadent art pieces!
Nelly Tejeda: I take a person to visit there without any desire to got to a museum and I was very surprise that I really enjoy the place, the stories and the view!
10. Carl Schurz Dog Run
9.3
E End Ave and 86th St (East River Promenade), New York, NY
Dog Park · Yorkville · 21 tips and reviews
Paige C: They have a small or large dog run, depending on the size/preference of your dog. Great area, nice views and very friendly patrons. My dog loves it here!
Paige C: Such a great park for a dog meetup! No dirt, great views and lots of people to chat with. Follow us on Instagram @puppynamedcharlie
FitBark: This park is full of pawsome dogs and great dog people! There are separate areas for large and small dogs but feel free to bring your tinier pup into the big dog rink if he is super active and tough.
14. Sotheby's
9.0
1334 York Ave (at E 72nd St), New York, NY
Art Gallery · Upper East Side · 24 tips and reviews
ℳ𝒶𝓎♍: When entering, one can sense the presence of being in luxury! Many people don't realize that Sotheby's is open to the public. For no cost, you can view some of the finest works of art across history!
Andrea DiCastro: Sant Ambroeus has taken over the Terrace Cafe. Coffee, pastries and fine art...
BLOUIN ARTINFO: An Andy Warhol self-portrait sold for a record $32.6m on May 12, 2010, at the auction house's contemporary art sale. The painting is the most expensive work of 1980s art ever sold at auction.
Josias Hernandez: National Design Triennial: Why Design Now?On view May 14, 2010–January 9, 2011
Elynn Lee: Really awesome museum! Love the new pen system - you can view your saved items and designs online after your visit. There's currently a Pixar exhibit. The immersion room is really fun, too.
Marina Burity: Great design museum and it has that perfect size where you can see all without getting tired. I love their smart pen, you can save your favorites works and receive all the information later.