Guidebook for New York
Parks & Nature
This park was artist Ai Wei Wei's favorite park, and for good reason. Everyone from artists to punks to families with strollers and dogs call this park a favorite. People watching here with a cup of coffee and a bagel on a Sunday is one of the best experiences the city has to offer.
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Tompkins Square Park
East 10th StreetThis park was artist Ai Wei Wei's favorite park, and for good reason. Everyone from artists to punks to families with strollers and dogs call this park a favorite. People watching here with a cup of coffee and a bagel on a Sunday is one of the best experiences the city has to offer.
Who knew that New York also has amazing beaches? Perfect for a hot and sunny summer day, take a Far Rockaway or JFK-bound A train to Beach 67th street.
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Plage de Rockaway
Who knew that New York also has amazing beaches? Perfect for a hot and sunny summer day, take a Far Rockaway or JFK-bound A train to Beach 67th street.
Sightseeing
A parade ground. A gathering spot for avant-garde artists. A battleground for chess enthusiasts. A playground for canines and children. Washington Square Park has served various roles for its community throughout the years, adapting to meet its needs. Well-known for its arch, honoring George Washington, the man for whom the park is named, and its fountain, the arch's elder by 43 years and a popular meeting spot, Washington Square Park also houses several other monuments and facilities.
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Washington Square Park
Washington SquareA parade ground. A gathering spot for avant-garde artists. A battleground for chess enthusiasts. A playground for canines and children. Washington Square Park has served various roles for its community throughout the years, adapting to meet its needs. Well-known for its arch, honoring George Washington, the man for whom the park is named, and its fountain, the arch's elder by 43 years and a popular meeting spot, Washington Square Park also houses several other monuments and facilities.
The lively Union Square is anchored by it's namesake pedestrian plaza and bustling park, which attracts a mix of professionals, street artists, students and protesters. The surrounding streets are lined with high-rise apartments and big-name chain stores, as well as casual eateries and cafes. The stalls of the long-running Union Square Greenmarket draw crowds for local produce and artisanal food.
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Union Square
The lively Union Square is anchored by it's namesake pedestrian plaza and bustling park, which attracts a mix of professionals, street artists, students and protesters. The surrounding streets are lined with high-rise apartments and big-name chain stores, as well as casual eateries and cafes. The stalls of the long-running Union Square Greenmarket draw crowds for local produce and artisanal food.
Shopping
Walk down Prince St and the nearby side streets for some great shopping.
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Prince Street
Prince StreetWalk down Prince St and the nearby side streets for some great shopping.
Stroll west down Houston toward Broadway walk south (or north) for an iconic NYC shopping experience
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Broadway-Lafayette St Station
East Houston StreetStroll west down Houston toward Broadway walk south (or north) for an iconic NYC shopping experience
Essentials
NY self service or drop off laundry. Ann is the older woman who works there during the day and she's a sweetheart.
1st Ave Laundry Center
33 1st Ave.NY self service or drop off laundry. Ann is the older woman who works there during the day and she's a sweetheart.
Rite Aid
81 1st Ave.Open 24 hours and sells beer and anything you may need.