Ultimate NYC Map

Ultimate NYC Map

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After living in NYC I’ve gathered more than 100 iconic places, including: - hidden gems - spots for foodies - speakeasy bars & how to get in - photo locations & more Download this all-rounder map to use it on your phone while on the go.
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NYC Bars & Eats 🍸

Dirty Taco GCT
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Hidden gem, give it a go and thank me later 🌮
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Shake Shack Madison Square Park
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Fun fact: Shake Shack began as a small hot dog cart, temporarily set in Madison Square Park to support the Conservancy’s first art installation. Due to its popularity, they asked Meyer to open a permanent kiosk and the rest is history… 🌭
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Great NY Noodletown
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Panna II Garden Indian Restaurant
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Go for the vibes, not for the food / service - the scenery might be familiar from SITC 😉
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The Butcher's Daughter
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Amazing veggie restaurant, expect it to be busy.
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Ladurée
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A prominent spot, though worth the hype - especially if you get to enjoy some time in the beautiful garden.
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Dominique Ansel Bakery
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The Dutch
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Especially recommend it for brunch 🍳
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Buvette Gastrotheque
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Don’t miss this one, a quaint little restaurant with all the NY vibes.
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Magnolia Bakery
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Whichever location you visit, don’t miss the banana pudding 🍌
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Magnolia Bakery
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Might be biased, as this was my local spot when living in NYC. Whichever location you visit, don’t miss the banana pudding 🍌
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Katz's Delicatessen
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Iconic NYC spot 🥯
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Russ & Daughters
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The place to be for bagels 🥯 just make sure to book, otherwise you’ll likely have to wait. 
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Jack's Wife Freda
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Go-to brunch spot 🍳
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Petite Boucherie
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Employees Only
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Grand Banks
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Oysters & drinks on a fishing boat 🤌🏼 don’t miss this one, especially cool for a sunset experience.
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Union Square Cafe
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Gramercy Tavern
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Cosme
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Visit for a treat!
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Angelina Paris Bryant Park
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The hot chocolate is to die for! ☕️
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L'Industrie Pizzeria
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L’industrie Pizzeria West Village
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Egg Shop
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Brunch spot! 🍳
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Sunday In Brooklyn
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Everything is so delicious, and it’s true what they say about those pancakes - don’t miss them!
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The Dead Rabbit
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TAO Uptown
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Taiyaki NYC Japanese Ice Cream
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The Water Tower Bar
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GITANO ISLAND
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Hotel Chantelle
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Please Don't Tell
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Super cool speakeasy hidden behind a phone booth inside the hot dog shop, Crif Dogs. Just step into the phone booth, dial 1 and have fun! P.S: If you are there already don’t miss the hot dogs :-)
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The Garret
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Casually walk in to Five Guys, towards the kitchen at the back you’ll find the stairs that take you to this chic speakeasy. 
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Bathtub Gin
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Walk through the hidden door in Stone Street Coffee, and immerse yourself in the roaring 20s 🎷🍸
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Bandits Diner + Dive
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Old-school diner West Village
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Buddakan
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Especially recommend if you are a SITC fan ✨
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Grimaldi's Pizzeria
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Joe's Pizza Broadway
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Palma
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A rather romantic affair 🤍✨
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PPL
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Cute little cafe
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Brookfield Place
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Stunning for a drink or a movie, check current events for movie nights.. 
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Oscar Wilde
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Enjoy a drink in style, stunning design and spendid atmosphere
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citizenM New York Bowery hotel
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Pardon My French
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Souvlaki GR
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A photogenic Greek paradise ✨ P.S: There are other branches in the city
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Dear Irving on Hudson Rooftop Bar
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Fancy rooftop bar
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SUGARFISH by sushi nozawa
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Treat yourself! P.S: There are many other branches in the city
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The Fleur Room
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Drinks with a view, and not just any kind :-)
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Ralph's Coffee
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Caffe Roma
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Tacombi
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A taste of Mexico in a beautiful setting 🌮
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Time Out Market New York
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Great food options and rooftop views
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NYC Fun Things To Do 🎷

Birdland Jazz Club
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American Museum of Natural History
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Butterflies, immersive installations, a library, breathtaking architecture… do I need to say more? 
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Solomon R. Guggenheim Museum
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Whitney Museum of American Art
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The Morgan Library & Museum
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For book lovers, free tickets on Fridays!
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Fotografiska Museum NYC
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The FLAG Art Foundation
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The Museum of Modern Art
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The Metropolitan Museum of Art
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Stella Dallas Living
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For vintage shopping!
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Stand Up NY
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Delacorte Theater
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Don’t miss Shakespeare in the Park when in NYC ➡️ https://www.centralpark.com/things-to-do/attractions/delacorte-theater/
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Governors Island Ferry
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NYC Photo Locations 📷

North 5th Street Pier and Park
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Tudor City Bridge 
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The Little Red Lighthouse
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Jane's Carousel
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Austin Nichols House
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Great for sunset!
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Squibb Park Bridge
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St. Patrick's Cathedral
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The most beautiful Gothic Cathedral in the heart of the city, it is rather surreal. Read more about the history here: https://saintpatrickscathedral.org/history-heritage 
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Abe Lebewohl Triangle
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Stuyvesant Street in East Village is by far one of the most beautiful areas in NYC
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Mosco Street
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28 St
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One of the most beautiful subway stations with floral mosaic and wooden benches
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Dumbo - Manhattan Bridge View
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Pebble Beach
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One of those popular spots that are magical despite the crowds, anytime of the year. FiDi skyline, Brooklyn Bridge, Jane’s Carousel… must visit!
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Oculus World Trade Center
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Statue of Liberty viewpoint
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SUMMIT One Vanderbilt
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Marsha P. Johnson State Park
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Enjoy Manhattan views en route
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Perry Street
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Prince Street
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Tristan Eaton - "Audrey Hepburn"
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The Gilded Lady Mural by Tristan Eaton
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Greene Street
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Banksy "Hammer Boy" Mural
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Staple Street Skybridge
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NYC Sights 🌟

6BC Botanical Garden
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There is a little tree house hidden in the park 🤍 bring a cuppa and enjoy a book, or just soak in the surroundings.
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Coney Island Beach
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Domino Park
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Empire State Building
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New York Public Library - Stephen A. Schwarzman Building
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Grand Central Terminal
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Roosevelt Island
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Top of The Rock
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Radio City Music Hall
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Flatiron Building
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Times Square
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Brooklyn Bridge
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9/11 Memorial & Museum
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Manhattan Bridge
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The High Line
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Carrie Bradshaw
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An iconic spot for SITC lovers ✨
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Staten Island Ferry
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Bryant Park
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Grab a coffee and watch the world go by, there is always something happening at Bryant Park. E.g: Winter Village
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Pier 25 at Hudson River Park
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The Battery
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Explore the park before / after taking the Staten Island Ferry ( or visiting Lady Liberty ) 
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Central Park
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Washington Square Park
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Expect live music, people watching and your camera on fire.. 
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The Met Cloisters
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Visit this place when you had enough of the crowds downtown
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Carl Schurz Park
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Often mentioned as the Mini Central Park, this is a smaller, calmer, less crowded version 
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Cornell Tech
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Four Freedoms Park
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Southpoint Park
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Lighthouse Park
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Roosevelt Island Lighthouse
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Built by inmates, this lighthouse at the tip of Roosevelt Park is a must visit
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Statue of Liberty
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Hey, I’m Kinga! Originally from Hungary, I studied & lived in London for a few years, followed by New York & Budapest. This year I moved to Taiwan - definitely happiest on the road! 💁🏽‍♀️ This is an outlet where I combine my passion for photography & travel, constantly hitting that pause button on life to immerse myself in cultures through slow travel & authentic experiences. On this page, you will find tips & tricks from a solo female traveler, who prioritises cultural experiences and mindful travel. 📝 The repertoire: 🇹🇼 Taiwan Currently I call this island in the heart of Asia home. Often overlooked, Taiwan is a paradise for foodies, nature lovers and more. 🇯🇵 Japan Enjoy curated guides & travel tips from the land of the rising sun I have a sweet spot for Japan and have returned every year since its borders reopened 🇭🇺 Budapest Explore this beautiful city like a local with my travel tips & guides 🇺🇸 New York & 🇬🇧 London Discover hidden gems & experiences I collected while living in these cities 🌎 Other destinations Some other locations might pop up on my page in case I stumble upon something fascinating whilst travelling and feel like there is valuable information I could share. 📸 Analog photo lab recs, photo spots etc. 🚫 I could not help with: Hostel & night life recommendations
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