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    Alfred E Smith Recreation Center

    3.4 (5 reviews)
    Closed 9:00 am - 8:00 pm
    Updated 1 month ago

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    The High Line - The grand stage of Art where fools and enlightened suffer together.  You're welcome.  
          --AndyW

    The High Line

    4.6(2.7k reviews)
    2.1 miMeatpacking District, West Village

    Really cool, elevated public park/path for walking, biking, jogging, and taking in the sights and…read moresounds of the city. There's art, vendors, foliage and depending on time of year, decor. At some points you get super close to some of the adjacent apartment and condo buildings. Locals recommend it. If you walk it straight through, it's about 45 minutes but you'll want to stop and take pictures as well as read some of informative signage and learn a bit about the history and ecosystem.

    Great view of the city especially on a nice clear day...free to walk going either direction. The…read moreexpanded section takes you all the way to the Javitz Convention Center... convenient and nice views as one walks... and don't have to worry about crossing the street or traffic lights. Only people traffic. There are new installations as one walks across the The High Line and some construction so be mindful and stay on the path. When you get to Hudson Yards, the Buddha statue (as of late April 2026) replaces the big pigeon statue). There are several exits along the High Line so one does not have to go all the way to each end... exit where you need and come back. Pay attention to the hours on weekdays and weekends. Enjoy the sites and views and nice stroll from above the ground.

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    The High Line - There are two things children should get from their parents: roots and wings.
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    Chelsea Piers Sports and Entertainment Complex - Main gym

    Chelsea Piers Sports and Entertainment Complex

    3.8(80 reviews)
    2.7 mi

    My friends and I came here for the batting cage. We made reservations ahead of time online and it…read moreas about $65 for 2 ppl for 30min. Kind of steep but the cage is all yours with unlimited balls. You can also not reserve and walk in and see if there are free cages. If you do the walk in then you can buy tokens which I think are about $3 for 10 pitches. I recommend doing the reservations so you don't have to worry about finding an empty cage. You can bring your own helmet, gloves, and bat or they have helmets and bats on site for you to borrow for free. There are 4 cages and they each have different ball speeds. We rented cage 1 which was the fastest one- (there are two modes; softball and baseball for each of the cages). I would recommend doing softball and working your way to baseball once you are comfortable. There are also other activities in the chelsea piers space such as the driving range, bowling, etc. So if you're done batting and want to do something else, there are plenty of choices.

    My friends and I visited the batting cages at Chelsea Piers on a Saturday afternoon. It was my…read morefirst time ever at a batting cage, but instructions were easy to follow and I had fun! You can buy tokens at the front desk - it's $3 per token, and a token will give you ten pitches. There are four cages total, including ones that pitches faster balls. All but one cage for lefties were occupied at first. While righties had to wait a while, as a lefty I was able to start batting right away. You can choose either baseball or softball for each cage. Softball is thrown at slower speed than baseball. I started with softball and it was nice that I got used to getting balls thrown at me at slower speeds, then try baseball. It was difficult to switch between baseball and softball because I had to adjust my reaction time significantly. But the more I bat, the more I want to do better and spend more time. Yet the cost adds up quickly so we were counting the pitches closely to that we don't spend too much (actually, it was more like my friends were paying attention). If you don't feel like spending much for batting, you might as well buy a glove, a bat, and a ball, get some friends and pitch outside.

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    Narwhal Yacht Charters - Genesis - 7/12/2025

    Narwhal Yacht Charters

    5.0(369 reviews)
    2.5 mi

    10/10! Captain Eric was very kind and made the whole experience amazing. He gave a nice overview of…read morethe boat when we first got on. He also kept his boat very clean, provided cup holders for our drinks, and had Bluetooth speaker for us. Perfect for a small group up to 6! I highly recommend sailing with him on his boat!

    We had an unforgettable time aboard the Narwhal Yacht, the highlight of my husband's 60th birthday…read moretrip to NYC. Our private three-hour sail (2:30-5:30) was perfectly relaxing -- just the three of us on a calm, overcast afternoon in New York Harbor, with a refreshing breeze and gentle waves beneath us. Captain Eric's beautiful sailboat took us up close to the Statue of Liberty and beneath the three "BMW" bridges -- Brooklyn, Manhattan, and Williamsburg. The views were stunning, and the peaceful rhythm of the water made the whole experience feel like a world away from the city's bustle. What truly made the trip special was Captain Eric himself. His insight into the harbor's history and his passion for the Billion Oyster Project -- a local STEM initiative working to restore oyster reefs through education -- really inspired us. As visitors from North Carolina, we were moved to make a gift in honor of the impact Eric had on our day and his dedication to teaching others about protecting the local environment. If you're looking for an experience that's both affordable and unforgettable, book a sail with Narwhal Yacht Charters. We all agreed: this will be something we do every time we come back to New York City!

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    View of the Freedom tower in the evening - 7/12/2025

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    My Cooking Party - Orange and chocolate trifle

    My Cooking Party

    4.8(69 reviews)
    2.6 miChelsea
    $$$

    I was here recently for an industry cooking class focused on learning to make several Portuguese…read moredishes. We started off with cocktails and passed appetizers before breaking into teams and actually preparing the imwnu items we were having for dinner that evening. Unlike many other classes we actually prepared and ate our dishes. Great for team building whether for work or friends/family

    I went here for a work event and had a really enjoyable time. We had about 20 people or so and we…read morewere divided into two groups, each making a Louisville salad, some olive tapenade chicken and a chocolate and orange trifle. This isn't an intense cooking class, just in case you're wondering but it really can't be because it's designed as a fun group activity. Therefore, everything is prepped really well and with basic kitchen skills you and your team can prepare the food. I did learn a good onion dicing technique that I used the next day. In any event, our supervising chef was Ryan and he was great. Really energetic and helpful. There was plenty of work to do for all of us and the time went by quickly. When it came time to eat, we were all very hungry. I thought all the food was delicious. I was surprised at how generous the portions were, especially the dessert. Of course that didn't stop me from eating the whole thing. This was a really nice group activity and the staff there do a great job of getting things done so the program moves along without feeling rushed. Definitely recommend this for a corporate event.

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    Manhattan Plaza Racquet Club

    Manhattan Plaza Racquet Club

    3.7(13 reviews)
    3.4 miHell's Kitchen, Midtown West

    I play tennis here regularly. Nice courts, amazing instructors, lots of good players. Highly…read morerecommend!

    While I consider the ability to travel a great blessing, I have to admit that certain complications…read moretypically ensue as a result of being away from home. One of those challenges can be how to continue your workout routine (especially as a tennis player). While I don't have specific recommendations for how to alleviate this situation in all cities, I can provide some assistance when it comes to visiting Manhattan in New York City. While searching for some "travel tennis" my record has been mixed. For example, on another trip earlier this year I went 0-fer (despite calling and emailing at least half a dozen Clubs). Well no such drama on this trip. My first (and only) call was to the Manhattan Plaza Racquet Club. Their staff was friendly on the phone (and in person) and they did an outstanding job of arranging a Singles match for me (at my ability level) with a member who was also warm and welcoming. Their 5 indoor courts are well maintained and offer year-round opportunities to play. Quite frankly, when considering all of the times that I've attempted to play "travel tennis", I've never encountered a friendlier, more welcoming, or more helpful staff. I merely posed the innocuous question of, "Are there any opportunities to play at your Club while traveling, even though I'm not a member?" I was then so inundated with the options provided to me that I literally needed to take written notes. Sadly, if someone had posed the same question to my tennis club in San Diego the would have been slammed so quickly in their face that it would have immediately broken their ! The costs associated with your choice of play here are not insignificant, but a traditional membership is not required. The locker rooms are also well maintained and the Club was only about a 10 minute walk from our hotel in Time's Square. And that's...Henry's Take. #manhattantennis

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