NYC - 1 day visit

Old Oct 14th, 2013, 07:57 AM
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NYC - 1 day visit

I will be on the East Coast in November and have been able to carve out a Friday in NYC. I have been to NYC several times, but this time I am on my own schedule! I'm thinking of going to The Cloisters and The Frick and then possibly taking the tram to Roosevelt Island. I will follow up in the evening with a show, possibly. As I have not been to either of these venues, I was wondering if I am over scheduling - of course, I am, but is it "doable" ?

Also, is there something I've mentioned you think I should skip? Is there something I should stop and see along the way, when I'm at those attractions, "since I'm there anyway"?

Thanks for your advice/input!
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Old Oct 14th, 2013, 08:35 AM
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Skip Roosevelt Island, unless you have a particular interest in tram rides.
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Old Oct 14th, 2013, 08:38 AM
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If the Cloisters weren't so far, I'd say it was okay, but I think you're pushing it. Map these things on
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And you'll see what I'm talking about. The only thing you need to commit to in advance is the theater. Then on the day, I'd do things in the order of importance to you. The Frick will have a special exhibit on by that time of " Girl With A Pearl Earring" and is selling dated, timed tickets. It may be too late for that but you may be able to get on to see the rest of the collection.
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Old Oct 14th, 2013, 08:44 AM
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Roosevelt Island is residential, apartments. No need to visit.
Walk The Highline instead.
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Old Oct 14th, 2013, 08:49 AM
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I read it as wanting to take the tram for the views, not seeing Roosevelt island per se. If you like hogh views, it's great.
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Also, if you are an FDR fan perhaps you are heading to 4 freedoms park?
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Old Oct 14th, 2013, 11:51 AM
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I was in NYC a couple weeks ago. Beware the bus trip to the Cloisters, UGH! But the Cloisters is very nice. I did walk the High Line. I got on at 18th and off at 34th. It was very enjoyable as it was a beautiful day weather wise. Time permitting, just walk around Central Park.
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Take the subway to the Cloisters--it really is a long way. It's worth it, for sure, but it takes a long time; I can't imagine that trip on a bus!
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You can do the Cloisters and the Frick in one day - but only if you start early in the day and take the fastest possible transit (if you try to take the city bus all the way up and back downtown you will waste HOURS).

Also I would bag the tram - really a bore - just for commuters who live on Roosevelt Island.
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