Guidebook for New York
Arts & Culture
Yankee Stadium
1 E 161 StMust see a Yankee game while your in town!
Riverbank/State Park
Great park with beautiful views of the Hudson
A piece of history right around the corner. Go to one of their open house performances
26 locals recommend
Dance Theatre of Harlem
466 W 152nd StA piece of history right around the corner. Go to one of their open house performances
See what is happening on the College campus of City College.
166 locals recommend
The City College of New York
160 Convent AveSee what is happening on the College campus of City College.
This collection of European Medieval and Renaissance Art in a re-located monastery is a must-see. High on a bluff above the Hudson River, Fort Tryon Park is worth a stroll as well.
707 locals recommend
The Met Cloisters
99 Margaret Corbin DrThis collection of European Medieval and Renaissance Art in a re-located monastery is a must-see. High on a bluff above the Hudson River, Fort Tryon Park is worth a stroll as well.
The premiere non-profit performing arts venue of Upper Manhattan. Check out their calendar online and pick out a show.
498 W 151st St
498 West 151st StreetThe premiere non-profit performing arts venue of Upper Manhattan. Check out their calendar online and pick out a show.
Huge movie theater if you are looking for something to do on a rainy day.
157 locals recommend
AMC Magic Johnson Harlem 9
2309 Frederick Douglass BlvdHuge movie theater if you are looking for something to do on a rainy day.
World-famous Harlem concert venue that has presented geniuses like Ella Fitzgerald and James Brown, as well as many a pop icon. Amateur night at the Apollo is a legendary New York City experience.
893 locals recommend
Apollo Theater
253 W 125th StWorld-famous Harlem concert venue that has presented geniuses like Ella Fitzgerald and James Brown, as well as many a pop icon. Amateur night at the Apollo is a legendary New York City experience.
Sightseeing
The home of Alexander Hamilton which gave this part of Harlem the name Hamilton Heights. Beautifully restored
175 locals recommend
Hamilton Grange National Memorial
414 W 141st StThe home of Alexander Hamilton which gave this part of Harlem the name Hamilton Heights. Beautifully restored
Another Historic Home that was important during the Revolutionary War and in our backyard. Sign up for a tour!
107 locals recommend
Morris-Jumel Mansion
65 Jumel TerraceAnother Historic Home that was important during the Revolutionary War and in our backyard. Sign up for a tour!
Stroll around the Landmarked Historic District of Hamilton Heights and Sugar Hill. The architecture is stunning. From 141st St to 150th Between Amsterdam Avenue and Edgecombe Avenues.
16 locals recommend
Sugar Hill
Stroll around the Landmarked Historic District of Hamilton Heights and Sugar Hill. The architecture is stunning. From 141st St to 150th Between Amsterdam Avenue and Edgecombe Avenues.
Everything Else
Come visit this Traditionally African American Catholic Church and enjoy it's gospel music and liturgy.
Church of St Charles Borromeo
211 W 141st StCome visit this Traditionally African American Catholic Church and enjoy it's gospel music and liturgy.
Drinks & Nightlife
One of the City's best jazz bars is within walking distance. Shows at 10pm. Inexpesive and cozy, the scene is a fabulous blend of colorful locals, eager students and jazz-obsessed travelers.
88 locals recommend
St. Nick's Jazz Pub NYC
773 St Nicholas AveOne of the City's best jazz bars is within walking distance. Shows at 10pm. Inexpesive and cozy, the scene is a fabulous blend of colorful locals, eager students and jazz-obsessed travelers.
Perfect place to watch the game, or catch a jazz trio on a Sunday Afternoon
428 locals recommend
Harlem Tavern
2153 Frederick Douglass BlvdPerfect place to watch the game, or catch a jazz trio on a Sunday Afternoon
Food Scene
Marcus Samuelsson's hot new restaurant on Lenox Avenue between 125th and 126th. Be prepared for lines.
1044 locals recommend
Red Rooster
310 Lenox AveMarcus Samuelsson's hot new restaurant on Lenox Avenue between 125th and 126th. Be prepared for lines.
Great Hip Italian Restaurant on the "8th Avenue strip" All you can drink Mamosa's, Belini's and Bloody Mary's during weekend brunch.
253 locals recommend
Lido Harlem Restaurant
2168 Frederick Douglass BlvdGreat Hip Italian Restaurant on the "8th Avenue strip" All you can drink Mamosa's, Belini's and Bloody Mary's during weekend brunch.
Chocolat Restaurant & Bar
2223 Frederick Douglass BlvdGreat Chocolate Martini's
Starbucks
301 W 145th StFor a great cup of coffee
Il Cafe Latte 1
189 Malcolm X BlvdGreat spot for a lite meal
SETTEPANI
196 Malcolm X BlvdReally good food and great outdoor seating for people watching
Essentials
Foodtown of St. Nicholas Ave
756 St Nicholas AveA nice small grocery store just a few minutes away
Pathmark Supermarkets
big grocery shopping