New York's oldest and possibly grandest keeper of books.

A living archive of urban activism and space reclaimed.

The fanciest public restroom in New York City boasts fresh flowers, art, and a classical music soundtrack.

The factory for the popular Dumbo location, the Greenpoint shop is a quiet gem.

One of the most enjoyable bits of history at Coney Island and “the most romantic ride in the world.”

Manhattan's lighthouse, erected at the insistence of the unsinkable Molly Brown.

A quiet and contemplative oasis in the middle of New York's bustle and riot.

Long the exclusive domain of birds and vagabonds, this little-known Central Park peninsula is open to the public once more.

A WWI fighter plane and turn-of-the-century penny candy shop are among the unexpected features of this Financial District building.

A Manhattan courthouse hides a small but scathing memorial to Holocaust injustice.

The oldest bibliophilia club in America, with exhibitions on historic books and graphic arts.

This Wall Street bar was once a hub of revolutionary activity where Washington famously bid farewell to his troops.

Bowl in splendor, if you're lucky.

Slyly buy a shake in the Parker Meridien lobby.

During the holidays, a vintage subway train whisks New Yorkers back in time.

A dark, dank room in subterranean Manhattan was the site of a ghastly murder.

Though its celestial ceiling is impressive, the true star is the vast collection of French books.

This mosaic dedicated to John Lennon was tended for years by a Beatles super-fan.

A band of aerialists and circus performers putting on incredible shows in East Williamsburg.

From scholastic to sepulchral - now under reconstruction.

Peek through the gates at this oasis from the city, full of Old English charm.

Unique antiquarian shop specializing in globes, maps, and prints.

First a horse rendering plant, then a 19th century landfill, this beach is full of glass from thousands upon thousands of broken bottles.

Leaf through over 30,000 artists' sketchbooks in what may be the world's largest collection of doodles