
Top picks for a New York trip —
Considered this generation's Central Park, the 1.45 miles of reclaimed railroad track is testament to urban beautification efforts.

Rock the Bowery Ballroom —
Bands like the Pixies rock the small Bowery Ballroom, a sought-after notch in the guitar strap for bands around the world.

Get a ticket at Katz's Delicatessen —
Do not lose your ticket when entering the best deli meat experience in New York, Katz's Delicatessen.

Catch a Yankees game —
After a home team win at Yankee Stadium, Frank Sinatra's "New York, New York" escorts fans out of the park.

Karaoke at Arlene's Grocery —
The famous karaoke band at Arlene's Grocery gives normal schlubs a piece of the rock-star limelight. The show's entertaining even if you don't take the stage.

Cruise past the Statue of Liberty —
Circle Line Sightseeing cruises pass close to Lady Liberty before heading under the Brooklyn and Manhattan bridges.

Explore northwest Central Park —
Central Park historian Sara Cedar Millar says her favorite spot in the park is the northwest section. The area has a distinct topography, making it a favorite among naturalists and joggers.

Live jazz in Greenwich Village —
The Blue Note has been around for the better part of the century. Along with Smalls and Village Vanguard, it's a cure for jazz know-nothings in New York.

National September 11 Memorial and Museum —
The feeling of reverence, endurance, perseverance and peace that greets visitors at "ground zero" is astounding at the National September 11 Memorial and Museum.

Catch some noir at Film Forum —
The Film Forum is cinema's obsessive historian. International noir from Jean-Luc Godard (left) and classics by Orson Welles are house specialties.

Shop at Bergdorf Goodman —
Carrying the usual big names, Bergdorf Goodman is also known for identifying and selling the best from upstart designers.

Disappear inside the Met —
Properly exploring the Metropolitan Museum of Art in one day is impossible.



