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Museum of Modern Art - MoMA
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11 W. 53rd St.
Forever at the forefront, the Museum of Modern Art (MoMA) is not only devoted to presenting the best in contemporary art, but also to promoting the understanding of modern art and expanding the definition of what is considered art in the first place. Whether it's showing you something you've never seen before, or showing you how to see something familiar in a new way, MoMA is always an eye- and mind-opening experience.
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Central Park Conservancy—Official Central Park Tours
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14 E. 60th St.
Aside from presiding over one of the world’s most famous parks, the Central Park Conservancy also coordinates numerous events including official walking tours, games and chess lectures at the Chess & Checkers House, an annual summer film festival at Sheep Meadow, a performance festival on the Harlem Meer, and a live jazz concert on the Great Hill. The Conservancy operates five park visitor centers (The Dairy Visitor Center and Gift Shop, Chess & Checkers House, Belvedere Castle, Charles A. Dana Discovery Center and the Columbus Circle Information Kiosk) where you can find out what's happening in the Central Park.
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The Shops at Columbus Circle
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10 Columbus Circle
Behind an iconic, soaring glass wall that overlooks bustling Columbus Circle is New York’s only urban resort destination where one can dine at multiple Michelin-starred restaurants, sleep in a five-star hotel, shop and play—all under one luxurious roof. The Shops at Columbus Circle feature the latest in fashion, home décor, wellness and technology, while the Restaurant and Bar Collection boasts a delectable lineup of mouthwatering cuisine, including chef Michael Lomonaco’s new Center Bar. Alongside luxury hotel accommodations at Mandarin Oriental, New York and unparalleled live entertainment at Jazz at Lincoln Center, this is New York’s premier location for fashion, food and fun.
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Atlantic Grill
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50 W. 65th St.
Atlantic Grill, located near Lincoln Center, Central Park and Columbus Circle, has reopened with a new look, feel and menu from Monte Carlo Hospitality Group and Michelin-starred chef Antonio Salvatore. The restaurant continues to celebrate the freshest seafood from the Atlantic Ocean and Mediterranean Sea, the finest cuts of meat and local seasonal produce with Chef Antonio’s signature Mediterranean flair, and an emphasis on a “catch of the day” program affords him the opportunity to present the day’s item in various ways including sashimi, ceviche, grilled, and more.
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New York City Ballet
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David H. Koch Theater
Your destination for dance at Lincoln Center, New York City Ballet features a roster of nearly 100 dancers and an unparalleled repertory of works by George Balanchine, Jerome Robbins and the most in-demand choreographers of today. The company’s 22-week season features repertory performances in fall, winter and spring, as well as the popular holiday favorite George Balanchine’s The Nutcracker, which runs November through January. Book your tickets today for one of the foremost dance companies in the world.
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The Empire Hotel
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44 W 63rd St
Nestled between Central Park and Lincoln Center, this luxurious spot is an icon in the making, thanks to lavish interiors, rooms with Frette linens and unobstructed views of the Upper West Side. Guests can enjoy the rooftop pool deck and the restaurant’s decadent yet environmentally conscious steakhouse, which serves up vegetarian-fed, hormone- and antibiotic-free beef. The spa offers customized retreat packages, Pilates and infrared sauna therapy.
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MoMA Design Store - Midtown
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44 W. 53rd St.
MoMA Design Store offers curator-approved products that bring quality, creativity, and design innovation to everyday living. Every purchase supports groundbreaking exhibitions at The Museum of Modern Art (MoMA), a wide range of education programs, and the preservation of the Museum's collection. The light, airy space at the Midtown store showcases an array of lighting, tech innovations, tabletop, home decor, jewelry, accessories and more.
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The Empire Rooftop
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44 W. 63rd St.
The rooftop of the Empire Hotel, across from Lincoln Center, offers cushy sofas and cozy alcove seating. There are two outdoor patios plus a handsome interior room that spread out over 8,000 square feet. The menu’s received an update as well, with hearty cocktail fare like Korean fried chicken wings, duck confit tacos, deep-fried mac-and-cheese bars and a hot brownie sundae with toasted coconut gelato.
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Cantina Rooftop
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605 W 48th St
There’s a fiesta atop the industrial Stage 48 building in Hell’s Kitchen, where Cantina Rooftop offers small plates of Mexican food, several flavors of margaritas and weekend dance parties. Call ahead: it’s sometimes rented out for private events. Appointed with greenery along with communal and small tables, the roomy space is only four floors up—but sports a pretty view of Midtown Manhattan. The menu includes nachos, tacos, enchiladas and interesting variations on guacamole (with grilled mango, for instance).