One of the things I love about NYC is the number of old diners tucked away here and there. Many of these old gems date back to the 1920s and haven't been renovated since the 40s and 50s! The other day my wife and I were in The Lexington Ave Candy Shop! It's like going back in time. Just a good old fashioned diner and a great cup of coffee. Here's a list of some of the best in the city. Check them out before they go away.
I know it's been a little hot lately but the High Line is a wonderful stroll on a summer night. The beautifully landscaped park was created from an elevated railway trestle that had been unused for 30 years. They were gonna tear it down but decided to create this amazing public space. You can start at 14th street and 10th ave in the Meat Packing District and easily walk to 34th Street with great elevated views all along the way. You wont believe how cool this is.
Summer Time and the livin is easy. NYC has free outdoor movies all summer long every night of the week! Pack a picnic basket and enjoy a flick under the stars.
Governors Island opens to the public tomorrow! From May 26th thru Sept 30 it's open for visits every weekend. Throughout the summer there will be concerts, festivals and it offers some of the best views of the city from a little seen vantage point. The Island is open from 10 AM – 7 PM and can easily be reached by a free ferry. Do not miss this!
This is truly a hidden treasure in NYC! The Hell's Kitchen Flea Market is a great outdoor experience where you can find wonderful gently used items from the past as well as some new stuff. As always, the best part of Hell's Kitchen is the people watching. Check out the Mercury Bar while your there!
The greatest Bridge in the world just turned 129! John Roebling's erection still stands! The Brooklyn Bridge is one of the oldest suspension bridges in the United States and the longest in the world when it was completed in 1883. John Roebling hated the ferry service and was determined to build this bridge, but in an ironic twist of fate while surveying the site, a ferry came into the dock and crushed his foot against the piling! He developed a tetanus infection and died, leaving his son Washington Roebling to build the bridge. Washington also developed a paralyzing injury when he developed "caisson disease", better known as the Bends. His wife Emily then took over, relaying messages and specifications from the incapacitated Washington to the workers. A truly amazing story or fortitude and determination. HBBB! 
I feel so privileged to be able to give tours every day down around Ground Zero. I've watched the tower grow every day but I was amazed to see it from Newark Liberty Airport so clearly in the skyline! This is a great website that gives up to date info. If you haven't been here to see it, put it on your list.
People watching is not the only FREE thing you can do in Times Square! There are lots of interesting free things to do if you veer of the beaten path. Check out this new art exhibit on 8th Ave and 46th Street. The stained glass star statues sound much more interesting than their last exhibit...oil derricks! 