Local Area:
One thing for first time visitors to note is that sightseeing in New York is not central. Sightseeing is all over Manhattan and classed by area. For instance, in our area are all the Major Museums (list below). One thing to keep in mind is that no matter where you stay you should be close to a subway station. This makes seeing all that New York has to offer easy.
Surroundings:
Our area's proximity to mid-town Manhattan, makes it one of New York's most desirable residential neighborhoods. What sets the Upper East apart from all other areas is its' closeness to Madison Avenue & Park Avenue. Madison Avenue is famously known as the world's premier shopping district for the finest food, opulent merchandise, luxury lodging and services available anywhere. Between 57th Street and 92nd Street, Madison Avenue is identified as “the fashionable road”. In this area is where most of the very well known fashion designers and upper class hair salons are located. Other areas may have their impressive retail strips, but Madison Avenue is the world's most famous retail address.
Surroundings:
Park Avenue, has prominent astounding architectures, as well as great antique and painting galleries. The upper part of Park Avenue (around the 90's) is know for it's wealthy neighbourhood with landmark buildings One block over your have the museum mile, with all the major museums as well has Mount Sinai Hospital.
Our townhouse is located In Manhattan, a short walk from all of these sights. We are an 8 minute subway ride from Midtown Manhattan or a 20 - 25 minute walk. If you choose to walk there is great shopping along the way, great sightseeing and places to eat. There is great shopping on 86th street (within walking distance). Here you can find Gap, Banana Republic, Best Buy, Staples, Circuit City, Victoria Secret, Modells etc. On 59th you have the Major malls and brand name stores. The subway is also one block from our building.
Other Activities:
Jogging, Sightseeing