Midtown Attractions

Picture yourself stepping into a space where hands-on discovery meets cutting-edge innovation—a place that transforms how you think about technology and imagination. This midtown Manhattan destination pulls together interactive exhibits that let you jump right into learning rather than just observe it from behind glass. The winter months bring a particularly cozy energy to exploring these galleries, with plenty to captivate visitors seeking indoor adventure during the colder season. The facility prioritizes creating that rare sweet spot where families actually want to linger, where curiosity drives the experience, and where playfulness sits alongside serious technological exploration. Whether you're tinkering with exhibits or watching demonstrations, the environment invites you to get your hands involved and test ideas in real time.

Stepping through these grand bronze doors, you're entering a structure that took decades to fully realize. The main sanctuary welcomed its first visitors in 1879, though the ambition didn't stop there—Archbishop Michael Corrigan returned in 1888 to crown the West Front with its iconic twin towers, and by 1901 had added the Lady Chapel to the east side, expanding the vision further still. Winter transforms the interior into something particularly serene, with pale light filtering through the renowned stained-glass windows and casting colored patterns across the stone floors. The towering nave feels both more intimate and more majestic during the quieter months. Today, this National Historic Landmark draws visitors from around the world who come to experience the soaring Gothic Revival architecture, intricate mosaic work, and that unmistakable sense of reverence that echoes through the space. Beyond its role as a working parish church, the cathedral stands as a tangible connection to New York's Catholic heritage and continues to inspire those who pass through its doors.

Chat with Mario - live at Nintendo World! Take a break from your holiday shopping to stop by and chat with Mario until January 6th. Ask Mario what his life is like in the Mushroom Kingdom. Check the calendar for dates and times of Mario's appearance in the store.<br/> In the heart of Manhattan, right in Rockefeller Plaza, people flock from all over the globe to visit, play, and shop at this one of a kind Nintendo World Store, a 10,000 square foot gaming paradise. Guests have a compelling in-store experience when they take a tour conducted by one of their Ambassadors, who are very enthusiastic Nintendo fans, always happy to share their knowledge with the visitors. The store staff can guide you through each of the interactive gaming areas, provide hands-on gaming demonstrations, show you their selection of Pokémon merchandise, help you find the right sized Nintendo-themed t-shirts and provide a bit of history by explaining the items in the store, absolutely free of charge. Come talk to Mario about Life in the Mushroom Kingdom; ask an Ambassador to demonstrate how AR Cards work; meet Sean, the resident Pokémon Trainer; bring your Nintendo 3DS and join up to six players in local or online multi-player battles when you participate in the Kid Icarus Tournament; take a picture with a life-sized Mario; take a look at the store selection of exclusive youth, ladies and men’s apparel, featuring your favorite Nintendo characters. Check out their schedule in advance to participate in the activities listed above to experience endless entertainment. By Ruth Cohen.

This 102-story Art Deco masterpiece takes its name from New York's state nickname, and its limestone and granite facade gleams particularly striking against winter's crisp skies. When it debuted in 1931, it claimed the title of world's tallest building for over four decades until the World Trade Center North Tower surpassed it in 1972. Following the events of September 11, 2001, it regained its status as New York's highest point. The structure earned distinction from the American Society of Civil Engineers as one of the Seven Wonders of the Modern World. Both the building itself and its street-level interiors carry landmark designation through the New York City Landmarks Preservation Commission and received formal confirmation from the New York City Board of Estimate.

Start YYYY in style with hot new end-of-year releases at the NBA Store. <br/> ##000221 ##000000 GET IN THE GAME!!! The NBA Store in Manhattan is your one stop shop for everything related to the NBA and provides fans with one of the most fulfilling shopping and entertainment experiences available in New York City. Whether you are a Knick fan, a Laker fan or any fan, the NBA store has your team’s gear at great prices. The sprawling 35,000 square foot store doesn’t just do team licensed gear but also has all of the basketball shoes you need to lace up and head to the court. Of course, if you are in the Manhattan store you don’t have to go far as part of the experience involves trying out your gear on the indoor half-court officially endorsed by the NBA. The fun doesn’t stop there - the store also has a consistent array of multimedia presentations that take you away from a basic shopping experience and instead puts you in front of 50,000 screaming fans on the court of your dreams. For a shopping experience like no other and a chance to look exactly like your favorite basketball heroes, look no further than the NBA Store in Manhattan!

Where Broadway and Seventh Avenue intersect, towering digital screens and glowing marquees create an electrifying urban spectacle that's impossible to ignore. This iconic entertainment hub buzzes with world-class theaters, diverse dining, shopping, and the constant energy of millions of visitors exploring its vibrant streets year-round. Home to legendary Broadway venues and recognized as one of the world's most visually stunning intersections, Times Square delivers the quintessential New York City experience that draws visitors from across the globe.

Don't miss the Winter Sale at the HBO store this holiday season, with up to 50% discounts off select products from your favorite HBO shows, like Game of Thrones, Boardwalk Empire, Girls, Veep, The Newsroom and countless other TV hits!##YY0301 <br> ##000000 The HBO Shop is an exciting extension of the HBO® brand, offering new products from HBO’s line of award-winning programming, including Entourage®, The Sopranos®, Sex and the City®, The Pacific® the hit HBO series True Blood and more. Selling items range from a variety of commemorative T-shirts and Hoodie Sweatshirts, collectible items like Sopranos Coasters; Game of Thrones paper-weights, laptop skins, pint glasses; Boardwalk Empire cigarette case, Nucky Thompson hat, playing cards; Entourage cap, King Ari mug; Eastbound & Down baseball hat, water bottle, to the entire collection of the HBO shows and series.<br/> Now you can deepen your experience with your favorite show by taking an actual bus tour of the Sopranos locations and following in the foot steps of Tony & Family, or by following in the footsteps of Carrie & Co as they conquer New York City! Drink where they drink, shop where they shop, and gossip where they gossip. Both tours visit more than 40 locations where the series where filmed and are organized and operated by On Location Tours, with a final stop at the HBO Shop in NYC at 42nd Street and 6th Avenue. Tour visitors will receive 10% off all purchases at the NYC Shop. Subway Stop: Times Square, 42nd Street. TRAINS: N-R-Q-S-1-2-3-7.

Explore a sprawling network of four research hubs and 87 neighborhood branches woven throughout the Bronx, Manhattan, and Staten Island. The flagship sits grandly on 5th Avenue at 42nd Street—that marble-columned Beaux-Arts masterpiece you've probably walked past dozens of times. Step inside and you're surrounded by soaring chandeliers, vaulted ceilings, and the kind of hushed reverence that makes winter afternoons feel even more contemplative. The walls hold treasures like the Berg Collection of English and American Literature, the Theatre Collection, and the Schomburg Center for Research in Black Culture. Everything here is free: books, journals, newspapers, computers, and Wi-Fi. You can attend workshops, lectures, and book clubs throughout the year, or dive into the digital collections online anytime—millions of manuscripts, maps, photographs, and more available from your couch. During the quieter winter months, the reading rooms take on a particularly intimate quality, filled with researchers and curious minds seeking refuge in stacks of knowledge. More than a lending system, this institution functions as the city's cultural backbone, connecting New Yorkers to information, ideas, and each other through programs and collections that have shaped countless lives.

Uncover the child within you when you visit the Disney Store, located in the most visited place in Manhattan: Times Square! The Disney Store is a magical place where fantasy is around every corner, where you can impersonate your favorite character, where Disney legends come to life and where kids and adults alike can unleash their imagination in a kingdom of entertainment. Three floors display Disney Princess, Mickey & Friends, Tinker Bell & Fairies, Pooh & Pals, The Little Mermaid, Nemo, Cinderella, Bambi, toys, collectibles, DVD, music and house wares, including toasters, glasses and waffle makers. Make it personal with customized clothes & accessories. Add your name to backpacks, ear hats, fleece throws, jackets and snow globes. Make your child the Star when you personalize a Disney storybook. Tote bags, mugs, mouse pads, iPhone cases, iPod cases, iPad cases, binders, any of these items can be transformed into a unique gift when you customize your product of choice. Check our website to take advantage of their current special offers in toys, music & books, home & décor, adults & kids clothing and much more.

Step inside this 20,000-square-foot entertainment hub at Rockefeller Center to explore NBC's world through interactive exhibits, exclusive studio tours, and a state-of-the-art HD theater. Located directly across from Studio 1A (home of the TODAY Show), the store features a Sweet Shop and DVD Café alongside behind-the-scenes access to New York's most iconic broadcasting landmark.

Lots to do here. Free admission ice skating and boutique-style shopping are open. The Citi Pond is open through Sunday, March 3, and The Holiday Shops are open through Sunday, January 6.<br /> You will enjoying visiting the Citi Pond and The Holiday Shops at Bryant Park. It's is particularly triumphant during this winter season.

Carnegie Area has presented its 2012–13 season, and presented among the performers taking the prestigious hall's levels are a number of performers acquainted to visitors of the Nonesuch Publication, such as Kronos Quartet, Rich Goode, Beginning Upshaw, and Alert Will Audio, as well as world and New You are able to elite activities of works by Bob Reich, Jimmy Andres, and Donnacha Dennehy. Moreover, David Adams will cause a Professional Training Class for growing abilities through Carnegie Hall's Weill Songs Institution.<br/> Presenting major international and national festivals to offer audiences opportunities to undertake compelling journeys of discovery, which include not only extraordinary concerts at Carnegie Hall, but also films, lectures, readings, museum exhibits, and more, through partnerships with other cultural institutions. Equally important to each festival are educational programs in the New York City schools, designed to stimulate the imagination of students and nurture their creativity.

Picture yourself standing 70 stories above Manhattan's bustling streets, where the winter air carries the scent of roasting chestnuts from the plaza below. This sprawling 22-acre complex rises from Midtown with 19 interconnected buildings that emerged during the economic uncertainty of the early 1930s, financed entirely by John D. Rockefeller in what became the era's most ambitious private construction undertaking. Art Deco elegance flows through every corner—sculptural details, intricate tilework, and hand-painted murals adorn facades that tell the story of Depression-era optimism. The 70-story centerpiece commanded the title of world's tallest structure when it opened in 1933, and it remains the visual anchor of the entire composition. Walk through today and you'll find yourself moving between high-end boutiques, diverse dining spots, and live entertainment venues. The iconic ice rink transforms the plaza into a winter wonderland each season, surrounded by the towering evergreen that's become synonymous with the holidays. Broadcasting studios operate continuously within the complex—this is where countless television productions come to life. Head up to the Top of the Rock and windows on all sides reveal sweeping views across all five boroughs. What started as a bold financial gamble has woven itself into New York's cultural identity. The center pulses with commercial activity while standing as a testament to the city's ability to dream big and rebuild stronger, generation after generation.

Girl of the Year 2013 Celebration. Celebrate the arrival of our newest Girl of the Year! At this special event, girls will learn about this new contemporary character, make fun crafts, and enjoy a delicious meal. Includes an American Girl book to take home. Reservations required. The NYC dates are January 11 and 18.<br/> For girls ages 8 and up.The American Girl Place in New York City is a unique store where girls can find a paradise in a doll experience. Find shops featuring all of their characters – from historical favorites, where their stories come to life before your girl’s eye, to My American Girl® dolls to their current Girl of the Year – plus Bitty Baby and the Bitty Twins. Explore outfits, accessories and furniture that help make every doll’s world complete. Dress Like a Doll® by matching your girl’s outfit with her best friend’s, creates the perfect pair. Visit the bookstore where girls can find the books they love, losing themselves in exciting stories, solving puzzles or doing craft projects. Visit the Avenue AG, on the second floor, where you can explore mini-shops filled with adorable accessories, sweet and savoring treats, design-it-yourself tees, and more surprises just for girls and their dolls. Experience fun and fancy dining at the American Girl Café. Let your girl feel very special when she is served at a table with pretty white linens, bright daisy centerpieces, and sparkling silverware. Your girl will even take home a memento as a reminder of her special day!

Stepping into the headquarters of this global diplomatic hub feels surreal, especially during winter when the Manhattan streets around it turn quiet and contemplative. Founded in 1945 by 51 nations determined to prevent another world war, this organization has grown to include 192 member countries working toward shared goals of peace, security, and human advancement. The building itself functions as a meeting place where nations come together through various councils and assemblies to discuss everything from geopolitical conflicts to economic development and fundamental human rights. What makes it truly distinctive is the blend of international sovereignty housed within a single location—each member state gets a voice in shaping global responses to the world's most pressing challenges. Winter visitors often find the atmosphere particularly moving, watching diplomats move purposefully through these halls while snow blankets the surrounding city, a reminder of how much weight rests on the conversations happening behind these doors.