Manhattan NY "fun things to do" suggestions?
09-05-2008, 05:41 PM
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The intrepid wont be back for a few weeks at least. Skip coney island now that the summer is over. Empire state is a good choice as well as any of the museums. As far as the WTC site you can view it from the financial buildings on the west side. Ive never seen a tour available that takes you on site but it may be possible.
Personal reccomendations would be pubs(if training allows) and food. NYC is pretty much the center of the universe when it comes to drinkin and eatin.
Personal reccomendations would be pubs(if training allows) and food. NYC is pretty much the center of the universe when it comes to drinkin and eatin.
09-05-2008, 07:12 PM
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Museums are a good thing to do, but can be a bit crowded depending on when you go. Food and drink are definately the best in NYC. There are so many great places to choose from you can't really go wrong. If you let me know what area you are staying in I can give you some recommendations. As for north of 96th it is not as bad as some people think. There is a great BBQ joint at 130th, with plenty of good beers on tap. As with anywhere in the city be aware of what is around you. I would avoid Times Square - if you have seen it on tv, you have seen it. New York is a great city and you will have a good time when you are not in training. If you do happen to get bored while you are here, PM me - I am always up for a drink with a fellow jeep owner.
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09-06-2008, 12:47 PM
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Museums are a good thing to do, but can be a bit crowded depending on when you go. Food and drink are definately the best in NYC. There are so many great places to choose from you can't really go wrong. If you let me know what area you are staying in I can give you some recommendations. As for north of 96th it is not as bad as some people think. There is a great BBQ joint at 130th, with plenty of good beers on tap. As with anywhere in the city be aware of what is around you. I would avoid Times Square - if you have seen it on tv, you have seen it. New York is a great city and you will have a good time when you are not in training. If you do happen to get bored while you are here, PM me - I am always up for a drink with a fellow jeep owner.
09-07-2008, 04:33 PM
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Well thanks for the offer that would be cool, one evening I'm going solo to have some drinks somewhere downtown. Are you close in the area, I won't have a rental, was told it's crazy to and just take a taxi. My training is like 4 - 5 blocks from our hotel so I'm going to try and get around via subway and taxis, etc.
09-09-2008, 11:22 AM
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definately hit times square
If you haven't been to the city for a while go to times square. But do not keep your wallet in back pocket. Front left is my suggestion.Empire state building is always nice. Ellis island is a waste. If you want to see statue of libert take a free ride on the Staten Island ferry and sit on the back. When you go to wtc just look at it from Trinity place no fees just a big hole. If you really want to see the wtc the Police Museum has a nice display its in walking distance from the site. And since your downtown you can see Wall street. There is also a fire museum that has a tribute to the firefighters lost.
09-11-2008, 10:02 PM
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If you haven't been to the city for a while go to times square. But do not keep your wallet in back pocket. Front left is my suggestion.Empire state building is always nice. Ellis island is a waste. If you want to see statue of libert take a free ride on the Staten Island ferry and sit on the back. When you go to wtc just look at it from Trinity place no fees just a big hole. If you really want to see the wtc the Police Museum has a nice display its in walking distance from the site. And since your downtown you can see Wall street. There is also a fire museum that has a tribute to the firefighters lost.
09-12-2008, 04:44 AM
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