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1. Central Park
When it comes to film credits, no green space in the world can match New York City's Central Park. “When Harry Met Sally,” “Annie Hall,” “Home Alone 2,” and “Sex and the City: The Movie” all feature scenes shot in Manhattan’s iconic park, which opened in 1857 and is renowned as one of the city’s most precious outdoor areas.
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2. Grand Central Terminal
Stand aside from the 750,000 daily visitors rushing to and from their trains and admire the architectural beauty of the majestic Grand Central Terminal. It’s also home to shops and dining options, making it an entertaining one-stop destination.
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3. Rockefeller Center
An ode to 1930s New York, Rockefeller Center in Midtown Manhattan fuses the old and the new, and is at the heart of the city’s annual holiday celebrations.
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4. Yankee Stadium
Yankee Stadium has been one of New York City’s iconic destinations for almost a hundred years, ever since the original was built in 1923. The team’s new home, constructed at a cost of $2.3 billion, is the most expensive stadium ever built, but manages to include both deluxe amenities and many references to the Yankees’ long history. Enjoy a typical New York experience by hopping on the subway northward, ready to spend an afternoon watching America’s pastime.
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5. 5th Avenue
Regularly referred to as the most expensive street in the world, Manhattan’s 5th Avenue runs down the center of Midtown Manhattan. Between 49th and 60th streets, 5th Avenue plays host to many of the world’s most prestigious retail outlets, and is a destination for shoppers from around the world. While it’s best known for its shopping, tourists wanting to see the sights visit the street more than shoppers, and there are a number of attractions on the street.
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What to do in Old Westbury
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Old Westbury Gardens
Find out about the history of Old Westbury when you take a trip to Old Westbury Gardens. Discover the lively bars and great live music in this family-friendly area.
Glen Oaks Club
Enjoy a round of golf in Old Westbury at Glen Oaks Club. Wander the gardens and lakeside while you're in the area.
- Central Park
- Grand Central Terminal
- Rockefeller Center
- 5th Avenue
- Citi Field
- Bronx Zoo
- Metropolitan Museum of Art
- Carnegie Hall
- Museum of Modern Art
- Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center
- USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center
- Fordham University
- Jones Beach State Park
- St. Patrick's Cathedral
- Solomon R. Guggenheim Museum
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