Guidebook for New York

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Guidebook for New York

Sightseeing

Completed in 1766, St Paul's Chapel is the oldest public building in continuous use in Manhattan. George Washington worshipped at St. Paul's on his Inauguration Day on April 30, 1789.
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St. Pauls kapell
209 Broadway
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Completed in 1766, St Paul's Chapel is the oldest public building in continuous use in Manhattan. George Washington worshipped at St. Paul's on his Inauguration Day on April 30, 1789.
New York Water Taxi runs a daily shuttle from Wall Street's Pier 11 to Brooklyn's IKEA superstore. The boat ride is FREE on the weekends and the views of New York's harbor are a mini-vaction.
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Pier 11 / Wall St. station
South Street
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New York Water Taxi runs a daily shuttle from Wall Street's Pier 11 to Brooklyn's IKEA superstore. The boat ride is FREE on the weekends and the views of New York's harbor are a mini-vaction.
Brooklyn Bridge has pedestrian & bike paths used by New Yorkers and visitors alike. No visit to lower Manhattan is complete without a walk to the middle to observe the harbor and Statue of Liberty.
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Brooklyn Bridge Promenade
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Brooklyn Bridge has pedestrian & bike paths used by New Yorkers and visitors alike. No visit to lower Manhattan is complete without a walk to the middle to observe the harbor and Statue of Liberty.
Walking in City Hall Park is my daily meditation. A gathering place for all ages, the fountain is joy in summer or winter (when it's filled with evergreens). And at night it shimmers by gas lanterns.
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Stadshusparken
Chambers Street
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Walking in City Hall Park is my daily meditation. A gathering place for all ages, the fountain is joy in summer or winter (when it's filled with evergreens). And at night it shimmers by gas lanterns.

Everything Else

Sightseeing & exercise in one convenient location: New York Sports Club's 217 Broadway outpost is on the second floor with sweeping views of City Hall Park and St. Paul's Chapel.
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New York Sports Clubs
210 14th St
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Sightseeing & exercise in one convenient location: New York Sports Club's 217 Broadway outpost is on the second floor with sweeping views of City Hall Park and St. Paul's Chapel.
For a decade, Solomon Cleaners at 30 Ann Street has been my place for laundry and dry cleaning. The proprietor Mr Kim is a happy fellow who aims to please. His wife makes minor clothing repairs.
30 Ann St
30 Ann Street
For a decade, Solomon Cleaners at 30 Ann Street has been my place for laundry and dry cleaning. The proprietor Mr Kim is a happy fellow who aims to please. His wife makes minor clothing repairs.

Food Scene

The Odeon—with its chrome, its banquettes, and late-night people-watching—has a delicious brasserie menu and martinis mixed to perfection. Located in the heart of TriBeCa, a short walk from Fulton St.
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The Odeon
145 W Broadway
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The Odeon—with its chrome, its banquettes, and late-night people-watching—has a delicious brasserie menu and martinis mixed to perfection. Located in the heart of TriBeCa, a short walk from Fulton St.
Les Halles Downtown is Chef Anthony Bourdain's wonderful French Bistro. Serving great steak and mussel dishes, I've been a regular for 11-years. It's worth a visit just to view the gorgeous wood bar.
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Les Halles
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Les Halles Downtown is Chef Anthony Bourdain's wonderful French Bistro. Serving great steak and mussel dishes, I've been a regular for 11-years. It's worth a visit just to view the gorgeous wood bar.

Shopping

Century 21 is the legendary discounter for shoes and socks, jackets and t-shirts, bedding and luggage, sporting goods to glassware. Their low-low prices make it my first stop when shopping.
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Century21 Stores
32 Church St
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Century 21 is the legendary discounter for shoes and socks, jackets and t-shirts, bedding and luggage, sporting goods to glassware. Their low-low prices make it my first stop when shopping.
J&R is New York's biggest electronics & camera supply store and it's just two-blocks from the Loft. Super prices and super convenient.
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J&R Electronics Inc
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J&R is New York's biggest electronics & camera supply store and it's just two-blocks from the Loft. Super prices and super convenient.

Essentials

Zeytuna is a shopping delight for any gourmet. Every Sunday I'm there buying an organic chicken for roasting. Fresh vegetables and fruits, quality fresh fish plus take-out and dessert bars.
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Zeytuna
59 Maiden Ln
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Zeytuna is a shopping delight for any gourmet. Every Sunday I'm there buying an organic chicken for roasting. Fresh vegetables and fruits, quality fresh fish plus take-out and dessert bars.

Arts & Culture

TKTS South Street Seaport Booth (between John & Fulton) sells discounted Broadway & Off Broadway tickets to evening performances on the day of the performance and matinee tickets the day before.
One Seaport Plaza
199 Water Street
TKTS South Street Seaport Booth (between John & Fulton) sells discounted Broadway & Off Broadway tickets to evening performances on the day of the performance and matinee tickets the day before.