The Guggenheim
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Their exhibitions are always interesting and thought-provoking, and their permanent collection includes works from the 19th century to the present by such masters as Cezanne, Degas, Kandinsky, Picasso, and Monet. The building itself is worth the visit to take in its breathtaking views, whether inside or outside.
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The Morgan Library
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The Morgan Library & Museum is the only institution in the world to possess three copies of the Gutenberg Bible, the first substantial book printed from movable type in the West. It is a book lovers wonderland where the focus on the written word, the history of the book, and master drawings has been maintained.
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The Tenement Museum
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The museum allows visitors to gain a glimpse of the past through historical preservation, story telling and advanced interactive technology. One of the museum's most intriguing draws is that all of the museum’s subjects once actually lived in the building, 97 Orchard Street, which was constructed in 1863.
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The Frick Collection
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The Frick Collection houses an incredible collection of paintings and sculptures - check out the oil painting of President George Washington in the library. It's not your typical museum, but their small yet impressive collection (from Degas, Goya, and Greco among others) is one to see.
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Grand Central
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Snap some photos of the spectacular astronomical ceiling, or take advantage of the many shops and dining options. Bring a friend and test out the acoustics of the Whisper Gallery (outside the Oyster Bar): each of you stands diagonally across from one another in each corner & whispers something into the wall. You should be able to hear one another!
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The Metropolitan Museum Roof Garden Café & Martini Bar
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If you are only interested in the view, enter for free (donation recommended) and head straight to the roof to enjoy a cool cucumber mojito atop one of the city’s most prolific museums. If you are culture connoisseur, meander through the exhibitions beforehand to fully appreciate all the museum has to offer.
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Intrepid Sea, Air, & Space Museum
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With the flight simulator, rock wall for climbing, and interactive exhibits, the Intrepid is sure to keep you busy for an afternoon. Visit the Space Shuttle Pavilion to see the Enterprise, the world's first space shuttle, while other highlights include the Concorde and a US submarine.
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Museum of the Moving Image
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You'll enjoy the historical as much as the the interactive portion of your visit, like playing old video games and making your own stop-motion animation. They also screen movies & TV shows, and hold Q&As with famous filmmakers. And, best of all, the museum is home to the permanent exhibition for Jim Henson's The Muppets.
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Washington Square Park
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The view of the George Washington Arch really is breathtaking, so you can't leave NYC without snapping a few photos. This beautiful park is an ideal place to stop and enjoy your surroundings, sunbathe on a warm day, or get lost in a good book.
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The Cloisters
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Located in the middle of Fort Tryon Park facing the Hudson River, you'll enjoy the peaceful environment and scenic views. You can enjoy the medieval artifacts inside the museum, and then take in the beautiful surroundings with an outdoor picnic.
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Hayden Planetarium
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You will not forget the immersive experience of traveling through the universe at any of the planetarium's incredible space shows. They also hold special events and programs (some taking place outdoors) so be sure to check the schedule for these informative and entertaining experiences.
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MoMA PS1
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Formerly a public elementary school, it's an interesting space to explore in its current state. Their outdoor installations (located in the "playground" area) changes yearly, so every visit is a new experience.
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The Brooklyn Museum
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When you visit the Brooklyn Museum, you'll get to see art spanning centuries and continents. Besides their permanent collection, the museum is home to rotating exhibitions that are often very lively. Recently, the museum welcomed the largest retrospective of internationally prolific contemporary Japanese artist Takashi Murikami.
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Green-Wood Cemetery
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Visit Green-Wood Cemetery if you want something to do in Brooklyn off the beaten path. The cemetery is in Greenwood Heights, a neighboorhood seldomly visited by native New Yorkers and by even fewer tourists. Green-Wood Cemetery is the perfect excuse to exlore lesser known parts of the borough on a beautiful, fall day.
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Prospect Park
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Whether you want to relax and sunbathe or work up a sweat, a day at Prospect Park is the ideal prescription. Volleyball games, soccer matches, tennis courts, and a boathouse are just a few of the countless activities to be enjoyed while thinking, "Oh yeah, this is what nature feels like."
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