New York IV

City of New York: With panoramic views and a riverfront cafe, this is more than a great launching point for boaters. Head over to watch the sunset, enjoy live music and relax by the water.

City of New York: When you’re in the park, be sure to visit the historic Bartow-Pell Mansion Museum, used in 1936 by Mayor LaGuardia as a summer office for city government.

City of New York: This playground was named to honor EMT Christopher Prescott, who was the 1st NYC EMS worker to die in the line of duty. He was killed by a drunk driver while tending to a patient on June 17, 1994.

City of New York: Peek around the corner of the firehouse (on Greenwich Street) and you’ll find a brass relief monument dedicated to all FDNY members killed at the World Trade Center on Sept. 11, 2001.

City of New York: The outside of the 9th Precinct's stationhouse has been used as the setting for several police television series including Kojak, Cagney and Lacey, NYPD Blue, Castle and Person of Interest.

City of New York: "Foodie heaven! 100+ vendors with diff. cuisines trying to feed you within a block radius. Bring an appetite, do tapas-style tastings, and relax with a view of the Manhattan skyline in the background"

City of New York: The 1873 Italianate structure is the earliest known concrete building in NYC. Once part of a 5-acre factory complex that manufactured the product from which it was made: Beton Coignet.

City of New York: Come see how nature has been taking over at this repurposed concrete plant! The recently opened park includes connections to local bike paths and a launching point for canoes or kayaks.

City of New York: Did you know? This is the first combined FDNY firehouse and EMS station in New York City.

City of New York: This Pop-up provides outdoor public seating in during the warm months. Everyone is welcome, no purchase necessary.

City of New York: Did you know? The Canal Street A, C, E station contains 174 grackles and blackbirds and 7 crows that are all made out of bronze and are set on railings throughout the station.

City of New York: The Guy V. Molinari, begun service in 2005, honors Staten Island’s 3-term Borough President(1990 -2001). Mr. Molinari was a member of the US House of Representatives, a State Assemblyman & an attorney

City of New York: Did you know? Because of the strong southerly winds at this spot, the Army Corps of Engineers recently added more than 30,000 tons of sand to reduce erosion.

City of New York: If you’re on the downtown 1 platform at 116th Street-Columbia University station, check out the oversized grand chair made out of steel.

City of New York: Did you know ? The boulder seating area was created from remnants of the deconstructed Willis Avenue Bridge.

City of New York: Want a souvenir photo? At Sheepshead Bay station, check out the large replica of a vintage postcard that you can stick your head through and take a picture similar to old boardwalk props.

City of New York: Did you know? In 1687, Leffert Pietersen, one of the earliest European settlers in Brooklyn, built the original homestead on 58 acres that is now Prospect Lefferts Gardens.

City of New York: Many types of birds and crustaceans have made themselves at home in the salt marsh at Pier 1. We can't blame them- the view is spectacular!

City of New York: If you ever catch a concert, sporting event or show at Madison Square Garden, know that FDNY firefighters from Engine 1/Ladder 24 will be the first to respond in case of an emergency.

City of New York: Did you know? The Moore Street Market is one of Brooklyn’s oldest markets. Established in 1945, it now offers events such as cooking classes, shopping, and seminars for small businesses.

City of New York: The Alice Austen began service in 1986. It carries 1,280 passengers with a crew of 9. It is named for Alice Austen, a Staten Island photographer.

City of New York: Check out this stretch of living shoreline along the Harlem River! While it's a new feature for New York's waterfront, the building technology used here actually dates back to ancient Egypt.

City of New York: Feeling adventurous? Go paddling on the East River! When the weather is nice, the Long Island City Community Boathouse hosts free kayaking events here, launching from Socrates Sculpture Park.

City of New York: Spanning the entire length of Battery Park City, the Esplanade with breathtaking views of the Statue of Liberty, Ellis Island, and the Hudson River is the ideal place to jog or take a sunset stroll.

City of New York: Brooklyn Cruise Terminal first opened in April 2006 and has won numerous accolades, including “Cruise Terminal of the Year” by Princess Cruise Lines and “Best New Homeport” by PortHole Magazine.

City of New York: The Sung Harbor iron fence runs 1/3 mile along Richmond Terrace and was built to prevent residents of Snug Harbor, originally a home for retired seamen, from taking “unauthorized excursions.”

City of New York: Look up above the stairs at Bleecker Street/Lafayette Street station and you will see the Hive, which is a light installation of LED tubes that forms a honeycomb.

City of New York: The John J. Marchi is named for the New York State Senator who served in a variety of Senate and other community leadership roles. The Marchi was the 1st SI Ferry to set sail after Hurricane Sandy.

City of New York: Check out the sunny sky any day at the Queens Plaza station. The glass mosaics on the mezzanine walls depict the actual City skyline as seen from Queens. The sun marks the location of the former WTC.

City of New York: Did you know? The Loew’s Kings Theatre opened in 1929 as Loew’s flagship theater, with a French Renaissance style architecture inspired by the Palace of Versailles and the Paris Opera House.

City of New York: John A. Noble (1913-1983) was a Staten Island marine artist. The boat began service in 1986, and carries 1,280 passengers with a crew of 9.

Ellen DeGeneres: Go rescue an animal! Or if you're not ready, just go hold one of the kitties and let it look into your eyes and snuggle up to you and purr. Then put it in it's crate and walk away. Go on. I dare ya.

Lucky Magazine: Leave your iPhone in a taxi in the rush between shows? Stop in here to replace it. You can also check your email and use their restroom (on the 3rd floor).

Lucky Magazine: Huge, only a few minutes away from the tents in walking-in-huge-heels time, and has everything you’d ever need to look stylish instantly.

Lucky Magazine: One of WWD's Alessandra Codinha's favorite shops in NYC. Definitely worth a visit.

Lucky Magazine: One of WWD's Alessandra Codinha's favorite shops in NYC. Definitely worth a visit.

Lucky Magazine: One of WWD's Alessandra Codinha's favorite shops in NYC. Definitely worth a visit.

Lucky Magazine: Calypso Lawrence, Prabal Gurung's PR & Marketing coordinator with style for days loves to swing by here. If she says it's worth it, it surely is.

Lucky Magazine: Calypso Lawrence, Prabal Gurung's PR & Marketing coordinator with style for days loves to swing by here. If she says it's worth it, it surely is.

Lucky Magazine: Jewelry designer and nail art fanatic, Chelsea van Houten, loves to stop by here to find the best vintage tees in town.

Lucky Magazine: Cleo Schroeder, the designer behind Primary New York, has no hesitation in splurging on a pair--because they last a lifetime.

Lucky Magazine: Rie Akuto, budding stylist, loves to browse the incredible vintage selection any time she can.

Lucky Magazine: Rie Akuto, budding stylist, loves to browse the eclectic offering at this MPD spot.

Lucky Magazine: Sean Hotchkiss, style and fashion writer for GQ, gets his plant on at this neighborhood favorite.

Lucky Magazine: The bathrooms (yes, there are two!) are just before the staircase on the main floor of the women's store. Beware: One of them has no sink, so everybody will no you didn't wash your hands.

Lucky Magazine: I'm warning you, there will be a line, but the bathroom is there in the back. But if you're waiting what seems to be an eternity, duck out and head for Bloomingdale's.

Lucky Magazine: There's a bottleneck before the drink order line that confuses people. Head to the back, turn around, and line up on the left side before the bathroom. Plan to wait 5-10 minutes.

Lucky Magazine: It's been under construction for a while, but when it opens, one can only imagine the hi-tech glory that awaits. Will the toilets charge your phone? The possibilities!

Lucky Magazine: Make like you're going to Mercer Kitchen, walk down the stairs and loop around the corner. Enter the brick cave-like area on the right and you're golden. The trick is to act like you own the place.

Lucky Magazine: Craving an Italian experience? Armani exchange has you covered.

Lucky Magazine: Walk in like you have a reservation, make a hard right downstairs and head to the back left corridor. The doors there are abnormally heavy, so push hard.