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Attractions in New York City
300 New York
Pier 60 | 23rd Street & West Side Highway | New York, NY 10011
phone 212-835-2695 | fax 212-835-2690
In the 'fun' business for more than 100 years. Meetings, corporate groups, and special events. Stop by for the exciting new world of Xtreme, a multi sensory bowling experience. More than 13 centers in the tri-state area.
CANstruction
475 Tenth Avenue | 5th Floor | New York, NY 10018
phone 212-792-4666 | fax 212-792-4601
Annual 'Canned Art' charity competition benefits Food For Survival, NYC Food Bank. More than 30 spectacular giant-sized objects built from thousands of cans of food by the design and construction industries. November 10-23, 2005. Admission is one can of food. Groups welcome.
Edgar Allan Poe Cottage
2460 Grand Concourse | Bronx, NY 10458
phone 718-881-8900 | n/a
Poe's home from 1846 to 1849, where many of his famous works were written. Admission. Closed Mon., Tues.
Goethe-Institut New York
1014 Fifth Avenue | New York, NY 10028
phone 212-439-8700 | fax 212-439-8705
German cultural institute promotes knowledge of the German language abroad, fostering cultural cooperation, and conveying a comprehensive picture of Germany through information on Germany's culture, social, and political life.
Merchant's House Museum
29 East Fourth Street | New York, NY 10003
phone 212-777-1089 | fax 212-777-1104
Greek Revival rowhouse from 1832, preserved with original furniture, decorative arts, and family memorabilia. Gift shop. Thurs-Mon, 1-5pm, closed Tues & Wed. Group Tours by appointment (any day of the week). Maximum group size is 30. Open year round.
New York City Pocket and Travel Guides
215 West 40th Street | 4L | New York, NY 10018
phone 212-684-6099 | fax 212-684-6192
Free, monthly guides to New York City for visitors and locals are available at many top attractions and hotels. Publications feature current information on Broadway shows, shopping, dining, salons and spas.
New York Philharmonic
10 Lincoln Center Plaza | New York, NY 10023
phone 212-875-5900 | fax 212-875-5717
World-renowned orchestra under Lorin Maazel's direction. Celebrated artists and magnificent music for over 150 years. Season: September-June.
openhousenewyork Inc.
555 West 25th Street | Sixth Floor | New York, NY 10001
phone 212-991-6470 | fax 212-620-5299
An annual city-wide celebration of the city's greatest architecture and design, inviting the public to tour, free of charge, a diverse array of buildings and sites, many of which are normally closed to the public.
Radio City Entertainment
Two Pennsylvania Plaza | 16th Floor | New York, NY 10121
phone 212-247-4777 | n/a
Grand Foyer (400-1,000) and Grand Lounge (300-700) available for banquets and receptions. Auditorium (5,874) has a well-equipped stage with revolving turntable. Famous organ, orchestra, and Rockettes. Capacity: 300-5,874.
South Street Seaport
19 Fulton Street | 2nd Floor | New York, NY 10038
phone 212-732-8257 | fax 212-964-8056
Located in the Financial District. A thriving waterfront community complete with breathtaking views and more than 100 shops, cafes, and restaurants.
Staten Island Yankees
RCBK Ballpark at St. George | (Next to SI Ferry) | Staten Island, NY 10301
phone 718-720-9265 | fax 718-273-5763
As the class "A" affiliate of the World Champion New York Yankees, the Staten Island Yankees are just a free ferry ride from Manhattan. The ballpark provides a breathtaking view of New York Harbor, the skyline and the Statue of Liberty.
The Skyscraper Museum
39 Battery Place | New York, NY 10280
phone 212-968-1961 | fax 212-732-3039
The first and only institution devoted to the past, present, and future of skyscrapers and skylines. Located six blocks south of Ground Zero, with views of the downtown skyline, this museum is a place to remember the past and consider the future of the city.
Valentine-Varian House
3266 Bainbridge Avenue | Bronx, NY 10458
phone 718-881-8900 | fax 212-360-8201
Cultural Gallery
Wave Hill
675 West 252nd Street | Bronx, NY 10471
phone 718-549-3200 | fax 718-884-8952
Acclaimed 28-acre public garden and cultural center overlooking the Hudson River. Programs in horticulture, environmental education, land management, and the arts. Historic house with Gothic-style meeting and banquet hall. Outdoor terrace.
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