Walking New York: 20 Original Walks Exploring New York City

by EveDevereux (Author), George Spelvin (Author)

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  Paperback
  2001

  $15.55

  Regarded by many as the most exciting city in the world, New York's glamour and vitality draw millions of visitors every year. This book offers 20 walks leading the visitor into the heart of Manhattan Island, exploring its world-famous landmarks and revealing pockets of city life generally known only to native New Yorkers. New York has an array of attractions: from the Empire State Building, to Central Park; from the cultural treasures of the Met, to the shopper's paradise of Macy's; from Greenwich Village, to the street markets, historic restaurants and hidden churches. This book provides details on the history, architecture, contemporary life and culture of New York City. It also includes practical visitor information on opening times and transport, with easy-to-follow route maps for each of the 20 walks.