New York City · 131 places scored
The best of New York City, answered like a local friend.
New York rewards the curious — skip the checklist, ride the subway, and let the city show you where the locals actually go.
The Top 10 lists
Top 10 Restaurants
20 places · Top: Katz's Delicatessen
Top 10 Cafés & Coffee
20 places · Top: Abraço
Top 10 Bars & Nightlife
20 places · Top: McSorley's Old Ale House
Top 5 Beaches
8 places · Top: Coney Island
Top 10 Parks & Outdoors
13 places · Top: Central Park
Top 10 Attractions
16 places · Top: St. Patrick's Cathedral
Top 10 Museums
11 places · Top: The Metropolitan Museum of Art
Top 5 Markets & Food Halls
8 places · Top: Arthur Avenue Retail Market
Top 5 Neighborhoods
9 places · Top: Harlem
Neighborhoods to know
Planning & local guides
Where to stay in New York City
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Sports & live events in New York City
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