After John Lennon's death, Yoko Ono donated a million dollars to the city to create a memorial in his favorite section of Central Park, directly across the street from their home in The Dakota. Read more.
The best place to gawk at priceless art has a collection that is seemingly endless, spanning creepy Egyptian tombs to the shimmering Impressionist paintings to an unparalleled costume collection. Read more.
The world's best modern art museum is in New York City, and it's open late every Friday. (via ARTINFO)
bring a bottle of wine and a blanket, grab a couple of sandwiches from Bouchon in Columbus Circle and have a picnic in this grassy meadow
Grab some coffee an sit on the steps of the old library and watch for celebrities on campus.
The Apollo is one of the most famous music venues in the US. It is a nationally registered historic space, and was the home of Showtime at the Apollo, a television show showcasing new talent. Read more.
In 1938, workmen laid down a new 2,295-square-foot rug in the lobby, “stopping only to extricate a workman who had fallen into its folds.” Read more.
The zoo was not part of the original design for Central Park but spontaneously evolved in 1859 from gifts of exotic pets and other animals informally given to the Park.
President Obama delivered an address to the United Nations General Assembly on overcoming the numerous challenges that stand in the way of a lasting peace. Read more.
This is a misnomer. It is both a pedestrian and a bike path although not a few cyclists seem to be cognizant of the rules on this path.
Catch fall shows "Chaos and Classicism: Art in France, Italy, and Germany" (Oct 1) and "Vox Populi: Posters of the Interwar Years" (Sept 1) between 5:45pm-7:45pm on Saturdays when admission is free.
The museum sponsored Robert Peary’s expedition to the North Pole, and in Greenland he discovered the largest buried meteorite in the world, Cape York. Three chunks of it are on display here. Read more.
I love the fact that you can buy really juicy nectarines here. Just be prepared to pay a premium.
Unfortunately this beautiful Art Deco building’s observation deck has been closed since 1945. The marble lobby is open to visitors though, and it’s free!
This is the most amazing place for drinks at sundown. A great view of the city, and a beautiful rooftop. Make sure to dress nice!
55-story glass towers. Most expensive property in NYC. Time Warner owns 1/3 of it. Once site of proposed tallest building in world by Donald Trump. Learn more about Time Warner Center via our blog. Read more.
This historic landmark hotel has been seen in dozens of movies. Catch a glimpse through while making your way to Central Park.
You can catch a breather while walking around and sit on the steps out front but we recommend venturing inside to see the simply spectacular Reading Room.
Home to the NY Knicks and Rangers sports teams, MSG also serves as a venue for concerts & political rallies. You can enter the arena from Penn Station underground without even taking a step outside!
Largest indoor theatre in the world with a marquee that is one whole city-block long.
Go to Marriott Marquis Hotel and Take elevators to 8th floor. There's a nice bar there where you can sit by the window and watch the action in Times Square.
The building where one of music's greatest icons was tragically shot. Gaze at the amazing architecture and then pay your respects by visiting the nearby memorial at Strawberry Fields in Central Park.
if you're from out of state/country, go to the visitor's desk and get 10% off (almost the whole store)!
Don't miss out on a simulator ride, which is worth the extra wait (and fee). Purchase an All Access Pass for a discounted package rate. Powered by ParentsConnect.com Read more.
New Yorkers used to celebrate New Year’s Eve here until the New York Times threw the mother of all ragers at their new Times Square offices in 1904. We’ve been going back ever since. True story. Read more.
Hey, 20 to 40 year olds: Put down $20 annually for the Notables Program to score a pair of $20 tickets for every performance throughout the year. Read more.
See the old City Hall stop, one of NYC’s most majestic stations with vaulted ceilings and Art Nouveau skylights. Stay on the downtown 6 as it passes through the station on its way to the uptown track. Read more.
Construite par Gustave Eiffel pour l'Exposition Universelle de 1889, elle culmine actuellement à 324 m. Longtemps décriée, elle est le symbole de Paris. Le 2nd étage offre la meilleure vue sur Paris.
Depuis 1345, elle marque sa présence sur l'Île de la Cité. Cathédrale gothique, elle est une des icônes de Paris. L'entrée est gratuite mais l'accès aux tours est payant.
Depuis 1836, il offre une des plus belle vue de Paris! Admirez l'Axe Historique des Tuileries à la Défense, en passant par les Champs-Élysées. Ou encore la Tour Eiffel et le Sacré Cœur.
À l'image d'un jardin suspendu, ce pont est un lieu de détente. La vue donne sue l'Île de la Cité ou la Tour Eiffel. Et ne manquez pas les cadenas d'amour... Avant de déguster un pique-nique.
Plus grande place de Paris, c'est aussi une des plus chargée historiquement. En son centre, l'Obélisque de Louxor, vieux de 3000 ans. Ne ratez pas les statues des 8 villes françaises.
Partie intégrante de l'Axe Historique, la "plus belle avenue du monde" est une vitrine de Paris mêlant luxe, shopping et tourisme. Ne pas rater les illuminations de Noël et le défilé du 14 Juillet.
Sûrement le plus beau pont de Paris, il enjambe majestueusement la Seine. Au coucher du Soleil, la vue est magnifique pour admirer le Trocadéro et la Tour Eiffel.
Un lieu parfait pour rêvasser et se détendre. Mais aussi un jardin romantique qui ravira les couples. ;)
Monument dominant la Butte Montmartre, c'est le repère des touristes et des amoureux. Sans oublier la vue sur Paris.
2nd gratte-ciel de France par la taille (210 m), la tour fût achevée en 1972. Souvent critiquée, elle donne l'une des meilleurs vue de Paris au 56ème étage.
1er acte de la Révolution française de 1789, elle garde aujourd'hui ce symbole de révolte et de Liberté. La Colonne de Juillet et le Génie de la Liberté commémorent la Révolution de Juillet de 1830.
Ancien palais royal et inauguré le 8 Novembre 1793, le Musée du Louvre est un des plus riche musée du monde. L'architecture unique et les œuvres, dont la Joconde, attirent 8,5 millions de visiteurs.
Grimpez les 36 mètres de dénivelé de la Butte Montmartre en 1m30 et sans se fatiguer. Tarif : un ticket t+
One of the most well recognized buildings of Barcelona. Antonio Gaudi's architectural masterpiece is supposed to be finished by 2025. Audio-guides are available when visiting this cathedral Read more.
the roof of this building is its main attraction, but the gaudi museum and architectural details throughout are what are truly special.
One the most beautiful parks in Barcelona. Designed and created by architect icon Antonio Gaudi. Perfect for panoramic views of Barcelona, romantic dates such as a picnic. Read more.
Las Ramblas is one of Barcelona’s busiest street and tourist attraction throughout the whole year. The Street runs from the City Center (Plaza Catalunya) all the way to the sea ( Columbus Statue). Read more.
Every year a Norway Spruce is erected here and decorated as part of the Christmas festivities. The tree is a gift of thanks from the Norwegians for Britain's support during the Second World War
Westminster Abbey was built by Edward the Confessor and completed just before his death in 1065. Since William the Conqueror all the kings & queens of England have been crowned here.
Built in 1703 for the Duke of Buckingham, George III acquired it in 1762 as a private house. It became an official royal residence in the reign of Queen Victoria, when it was greatly enlarged.
The lion sculpture was once painted red and stood over the Red Lion Brewery on the South Bank in the 18th century. When the area was redeveloped in the 1950s the lion was saved and moved here.
Big Ben refers to the 13 ton bell in the clock tower of Westminster Palace. Opinion is divided as to whether it was named after the then Commissioner of Works, or a famous prize-fighter of the time.
To mark the 50th birthday of the Royal Air Force in 1968, Flight Lt. Allan Pollock flew his Hawker jet under the walkway of Tower Bridge. This unauthorised stunt won him a court martial.
This area was named after Leicester House, the London mansion home of the Earl of Leicester built in 1635. But by 1800 it was a home of popular entertainment and theatres, and has never looked back.
Piccadilly is named after a type of broad lace collar fashionable in the early 17th century, the ‘piccadil’. The best examples were sold by a local tailor whose shop became known as Piccadilly Hall.
Hyde Park was a favourite venue for duellists in the 18th and 19th century, including the brutal 1712 duel between the Duke of Hamilton and Lord Mohun in which they hacked each other to death.
Oxford Circus got its new diagonal pedestrian crossing in 2009. It was inspired by crossings in Tokyo like the one at Shibuya, and in recognition of this Japanese musicians played at the opening.
Take a few minutes, even in winter, to explore the central Rose Garden. Lots of flowers with silly names, and plenty of sculpture.
The name of this place has nothing to do with birds, but with the exotic goods that were once brought here from the Canary Islands. Canary comes from the Latin ‘canaria’, so ‘Islands of the dogs’.
We've got a documentary on the history of London Bridge available to listen to while you are here. Click this tip to get the mp3 Read more.
This is the oldest part of Westminster Palace, built for William II in 1097. This was the meeting place for medieval parliaments and courts, and is where Charles I was put on trial in 1649.
The V&A is the world’s largest museum of decorative art and design and holds 4.5 million objects. Henry Cole, the museum’s first director, printed the world’s first Christmas card in 1843.
The British Museum has more than 7 million objects from every continent, some of which have been controversial. Read more.
Unless you are a tourist or have a penchant for Bankers, avoid this place like the plague.
The best touristy venue, this 80-year-old landmark is simply stunning. Check out the Art Deco flourishes in the lobby, restored to its original gilded splendor in 2009. Read more.
The best view of NYC offers a stunning panorama. From the midpoint of the massive suspension bridge, there are spectacular sight lines of Brooklyn Heights, Dumbo and lower Manhattan. Read more.
NYC’s best collective backyard boasts prime people-watching spots such as the Long Meadow and Nethermead The woodland expanse of the Ravine is a towering forest within bustling Brooklyn. Read more.
One of Europe’s oldest wooden bridges and landmark of Lucerne, faithfully restored to its original design after a serious fire. Read more.
Explore the beautiful Old Town squares – Kornmarkt, Hirschenplatz, Weinmarkt – where painted facades depict themes from beer-brewing to medicine.
Lucerne is often referred to as the “City of Lights”. The name goes back to a miracle of light said to have happened here, an angel showed Lucerne’s first settlers where to build a chapel.
Take in unparalleled views as seagulls fly, the waves lap, and the sun sets over Ellis Island and the Statue of Liberty.
Costruita da Mauro Codussi, immette sulla Merceria, la via delle botteghe che da Piazza San Marco conduce a Campo di San Bartolomeo. Noti i Mori, 2 pastori di bronzo che battono le ore su una campana. Read more.
Si dice che il suo nome non derivi dai dolci sospiri degli innamorati, ma da quelli senza speranza dei condannati, che venivano condotti nelle carceri poco distanti. Read more.
The best Ciry in the World... Il Duomo... Piazza dell Signoria... Palazzo Pitti... Ponte Vecchio... Gli Uffizi... Piazzale Michelangelo... no words!
Piazzale Michelangelo is a famous square with a magnificent panoramic view of Florence! AMAZING PLACE! YOU SHOULD VISIT IT!
The buildings are part of the UNESCO World Heritage Site. Before the modern era, the dome by Filippo Brunelleschi was the largest in the world. It remains the largest brick dome ever constructed.
