The best waterfront in NYC offers a unique view of the lower Manhattan skyline, aquatic features, such as a salt marsh filled with native cordgrass, and Jane’s Carousel, a restored ride from 1922. En savoir plus .
Down beer and pork at Pig Island fest (Oct 2) or investigate design and architecture at Open House New York (Oct 9 and 10).
The main concourse boasts a hidden staircase that’s used by Grand Central employees. You can see the brass cylinder that conceals the steel steps in the center of the information booth. En savoir plus .
During warmer months, a picnic on the Long Meadow can’t be beat, but until then, grab a cup of hot cider at the Grand Army Plaza Greenmarket (Sat 8am–4pm) and explore the secluded nooks in this park. En savoir plus .
The whole of 14th Street turns into a gigantic outdoor art gallery during the Art in Odd Places festival; this year’s theme is “chance.” Oct 1-10.
