Best New York City Hidden Gem Attractions
THE 10 BEST Hidden Gem Attractions in New York City
Best New York City Hidden Gem Attractions
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- SylviavscSummerville34 contributionsHad a Wonderful visit to a lovely place. The Cloisters is a beautiful building in a perfect setting. Several peaceful courtyards and plenty of amazing medieval art. The collection of tapestries was particularly impressive. Most definitely worth the subway ride from mid-town ManhattanWritten 18 November 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Dream0025773171117 contributionsAmazing place. History preserved through the stories of the families that lived in this building. The walking tour expands your knowledge to the businesses and activities in the areaWritten 10 December 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Laura W17 contributionsDon’t miss this jewel box of a museum! Three!!! Gutenberg bibles, ancient cuneiform seals the size of your pinky and so many books and artworks. Loved every minute.Written 10 December 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Ann ABaltimore, United States13 contributionsFun, inexpensive way to see some great views. Smooth ride. Good for families. Explore the parks and paths on Roosevelt Island. See the small pox hospital ruins. Then eat at Granny Annie’s.Written 15 October 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Maree H1 contributionThis place was amazing. Very moving and really well done. Very respectful. Can't believe I got to hold things that were kept from 9/11. Highly recommendWritten 8 January 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Barbara WNew York City, NY18 contributionsTake the trip! Subway or Tram. Perfect day trip. History, parks, interesting walks and places to grab a bite. Peaceful place to relax or read.Written 30 October 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- brienanniKita, Mali258 contributionsThis is an amazing collection, three magnificent Vermeer's kick off the visit, intimately displayed in room of their own. You can visit the whole museum in 1-2 hours, so you don't get overfed with art. I actually enjoyed this more than the big ones.Written 17 February 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- kathleennyc2017New York City, NY2 contributionsOur tour guide was Susan Slater. She was amazing! She knew the history and so many details about the renovation, the features, the art, and the function of the synagogue. Sue spoke clearly and answered all our our questions so well. When she took us to view the sanctuary, she dramatically opened the door so that we could see the splendor of it all, as an awesome surprise. I highly recommend her as a guide.Written 4 December 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- RandomTraveller26 contributionsWest Village is a charming and vibrant neighborhood with great restaurants, cozy cafes, and an overall relaxed vibe. It’s a must-see if you have 5 or more days in NYC, or after you've explored nearby spots like Chelsea Market. The tree-lined streets, quaint boutiques, and excellent dining options make it a perfect place to wander and soak in the atmosphere. Whether you're grabbing a bite or just enjoying the sights, West Village is definitely worth the visit.Written 25 November 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Thomas VOakland, CA18,534 contributionsYou can come here for the museums along the Park, for entrances to the Park, for Lincoln Center and the fine arts, for Columbia University and some great architecture, and for Seinfeld country, the part of town where the sitcom was staged. It's a great place to live, lots of good apartments. Also lots of food.Written 27 August 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- mishmosh_1Cincinnati, OH186 contributionsWe did the tour with the docent guide, rather than self guided. It was great! The house is interesting, a real time capsule right in the middle of nyc. Amazing that it is still there and preserved. The guide helped everyone understand what the day to day lifestyle was like at the time for the family who lived there and their staff. He also pointed out details that were easy to miss otherwise. At the end you can wander around and look at everything on your own. We are so glad we managed to fit this experience into our trip. We learned a lot. TIPS: Book ahead—the docent-led tour is small and sells out. There is a coat room and restrooms. A small part is outdoors in the garden. There are lots of stairs! It’s tight in many spots so dont carry big bags on the tour. There is a tiny gift shop corner near the ticket desk.Written 2 December 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- SJE99Melbourne, Australia980 contributionsThis was a lovely part of Central Park and excellent to see. It has good views of the park and the skyline of the area surrounding that part of the park. It is worth visiting.Written 7 October 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Marion FNew York City, NY301 contributionsThis was my first time here. I would walk by occasionally and recently decided to go.
Focused primarily on art/artist from smaller Asian countries like Tibet and the Himalayas it is 6 floors covering periods from BCE to 2023.
Very interactive it is a must visit for anyone interested in art from those regions.
The last open day to the public is October 2024, so hurry, You need about 2 hours to really see everything and they are open til 10pm every fridayWritten 1 June 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - Lori MCalifornia2,022 contributionsthe building (completed in 1907) is absolutely gorgeous! I wish I would have read about it prior to visiting. the exhibits were beautifully displayed with just enough information so as to not be overwhelming. we didn't read everything and I think we might have even missed so things but we enjoyed our time here. Since it is free it's certainly worth a pop in if you're in the area.Written 17 October 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- LaurynBristol, UK51 contributionsBeautiful area of NYC with history and lovely bars/restaurants. As we went in December there was options to sit outside under heating which we enjoyed because we could take in the scenery. Another plus is it’s a pedestrian only zone xWritten 23 July 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
