Location: Gramercy-Flatiron
Top Things to do in Gramercy-Flatiron
What to do and see in Gramercy-Flatiron, New York (NY): The Best Points of Interest & Landmarks
Conquering New York in one visit is impossible. Instead, hit the must-sees – the Empire State Building, the Statue of Liberty, Central Park, the Metropolitan Museum of Art – and then explore off the beaten path with visits to The Cloisters or one of the city’s libraries. Indulge in the bohemian shops of the West Village or the fine dining of the Upper West Side. The bustling marketplace inside of Grand Central Station gives you a literal taste of the best the city has to offer.
Restaurants in New York City
1. Union Square
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1,444 reviews
Union Square has a year-round greenmarket, where you can sample goods from local farmers. It also has several playgrounds, a lively holiday market, and benches where you can watch a slice of New York go by.
Reviewed By Dxerri2 - Center Moriches, United States
This is a beautiful park located in lower Manhattan it connects the East and West sides, with a lot of stores and restaurants
2. Madison Square Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 711 reviews
Originally a residential area, this square has become one of the more important in New York history. It has become a prime location for many businesses and major buildings.
Reviewed By Luciafernandez62
Madison Square Park is located at the beginning of Madison Avenue, at the intersection of Fifth Avenue, Broadway and 23rd Street, in the Flatiron District. It is wonderful to stroll around the park, or to just sit on a bench and enjoy the surroundings. The park is surrounded by beautiful buildings, such as the iconic Flatiron Building, with its unique shape; the Metropolitan Life Insurance Company Tower with its emblematic bell tower, which currently is home to the New York Marriott Edition hotel an the beautiful Clocktower restaurant; and the Art Deco Eleven Madison building, with its famous restaurant Eleven Madison. Nearby is the New York Life Building, which is topped with a stunning shiny pyramid. There are many nice places to eat near this park. In addition to The Clocktower and Eleven Madison, there are many other wonderful options nearby, such as The Smith, La Peccora Bianca, Maialino, Gramercy Tavern, Eataly, Maison Kayser, or you can just have burgers at The Shake Shack, which originally started as a hot dog cart right in Madison Square Park. It is nice to walk from Madison Square Park, to Union Square Park and afterwards to Washington Square Park. You can see all types of people, each one enjoying the parks in their own way.
3. Canyon of Heroes
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 3 reviews
4. Tiffany Street Clock at 5th Ave.
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 17 reviews
Reviewed By Spuddler - Charlottetown, Canada
Beautiful Tiffany Clock and a city landmark. One of several around the city and worth a look and a picture.
5. Harlem Fire Watchtower
Overall Ratings
3.5 based on 3 reviews
Reviewed By Bob_Kornfeld
This beautiful structure has been restored and had it's ribbon cutting on October 26, 2019. The surrounding plaza has also been restored. There will be certain days that the Park Rangers give tours and the tower will be open to visitors and you can go up and see the panoramic views of the city. Also look for art and music festivals in the park.
6. Marilyn Monroe's subway grate
Overall Ratings
2.5 based on 16 reviews
Reviewed By suemagoo29 - Coraopolis, United States
I love the movie and my daughter’s middle name is Monroe so of course this was on our list. The street has changed and so has the grate but it is still a cool thing to stand in the spot. There is no formal plaque or sign but still worth it.
7. East Village
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4.0 based on 6 reviews
