Top 10 Free Things To Do and Attractions in Edison

"Image Source This one is dedicated to serious romancing couples; here in the Metropolitan Museum of Art you will find ample artifacts from the Ancient Rome and even more from modern and contemporary era that has contributed to the museum’s collection. Well it’s not only the arts, there are other respites too, detour to the Balcony bar that overlooks the Great Hall. If you are planning a visit between May and late Fall you can also hit the rooftop bar and enjoy a couple of drinks together!"

"Designed by namesake architect Marcel Breuer (1902–1981), The Metropolitan Museum’s showcase for contemporary and modern art is the most elegant Brutalist building in NYC. Opened in 1966 as the home of the Whitney Museum, the Met Breuer’s granite-clad, inverted ziggurat form cantilevers over a sunken sculpture garden. In 2015, the Whitney decamped to its current Meatpacking District location, leasing the building to The Met for eight years."

"Head to the American Museum of Natural History if you’re with kids OR the Met for a few hours!. In the Met, I love the Egyptian temple, Musical Instruments, Armor, and pre-20th century art. Don’t miss the rooftop garden for amazing views. Bring your own yogurt for a Gossip Girl photo."

"A walk across the Brooklyn Bridge from Lower Manhattan to Brooklyn Heights, across the East River, is such an authentic New York experience that it's often dramatized in movies and TV shows to set the scene. It's free and magnificent. Walk along the Brooklyn Heights Promenade on the Brooklyn side for spectacular views of Lower Manhattan and grab a hot dog from a street vendor on the Manhattan side of the bridge, just across from City Hall Park."

"Celebrated in songs and movies, the Brooklyn Bridge is one of the city’s most iconic man-made wonders. Proudly looming over the East River, this historic bridge offers a scenic journey between the boroughs of Manhattan and Brooklyn. Since its completion in 1883, the bridge has attracted millions of tourists and locals to its stunning view overlooking Brooklyn and other city landmarks such as the Statue of Liberty and Governors Island."

"Spanning from the South Street Seaport to Brooklyn Heights, the famous Brooklyn Bridge has ushered New Yorkers across the East River since 1883. A must-see for any visitor to the Big Apple, the best way to experience the bridge is to take the 30-plus minute, 3,455-foot expedition and walk it. The view of Manhattan is incredible, suddenly making it easy to understand why decades of poets and painters have been fascinated by it."

"The 9/11 Memorial Museum is located at the 9/11 National Memorial and is probably one of the most emotional museums in New York. It is mostly located underground and displays debris from the former Twin Towers in addition to many of the personal belongings of those buried. Among them are fire trucks deformed by heat, a part of the antenna of the North Tower, a scorched elevator motor, the saving stone staircase (Survivor’s Staircase) as well as remains of sidewalks, street signs, bicycles and baby carriages that were in front of the World Trade Center."

"After you’ve seen the Statue of Liberty, head a bit north to see the 9/11 Memorial, a must for anyone’s New York itinerary. It will make you feel quite somber to be in the presence of such tragedy, but it’s absolutely worth the visit and helps you understand what New Yorkers have been through and why they are so resilient."

"The centerpieces of the Memorial are the Reflecting Pools, two massive cascading fountains set in the exact location that the twin towers stood. Inscribed around the bronze edges of the pools are the names of those who died on 9/11."

"Once you’ve crossed, take a seat somewhere in Brooklyn Bridge Park and watch the sun go down for an epic sunset and stunning views of Downtown Manhattan. For dinner, the world is your oyster – this is New York, after all, one of the best places to eat in the world. If you didn’t have pizza earlier, I recommend Juliana’s – the pizza is even better than next-door Grimaldi’s (in fact, it was voted the best pizzeria in the entire U.S. in 2015 on TripAdvisor) but it’s not often in the guidebooks so there’s usually no line. If you do this, be sure to save room for dessert at the delicious Brooklyn Ice Cream Factory just down the street."

"It might be a fraction of the size of places like Prospect Park and Central Park, but Brooklyn Bridge Park is definitely one of the biggest points of interest in Brooklyn, New York. Located beside the East River, this park has brought new life to a one-time industrial area. At 85 acres, Brooklyn Bridge Park still very much gives visitors a lot of space for fun activities."

"After exploring DUMBO, head to Brooklyn Bridge Park where you can enjoy another picture perfect view of Manhattan’s incredible skyline. Our lunch recommendations:"

"Opened in 2018, Domino Park quickly became not only one of the best parks in Brooklyn but one of the top famous parks in NYC. Domino Park is located immediately north of the Williamsburg Bridge and is part of a massive rehab project involving the former Domino Sugar Refinery site. An elevated promenade provides views of the surrounding city skyline and unparalleled views of Manhattan across the East River."

"In 1856, the Domino Sugar Refinery was the world's largest sugar refinery, playing a major role in the development in Williamsburg. Now, neighborhood residents enjoy the elevated walkways and boardwalk that give way to picture-perfect views of Manhattan. Complete with sand volleyball, plenty of seating to sunbathe, and a taco stand, Domino Park is a perfect blend of the great outdoors with city living."

"Domino Park is a five-acre oasis on the edge of the always-hip neighborhood of Williamsburg, Brooklyn. Hipsters flock to it on weekends for fish tacos and great views; local families head straight to the playground. Those who love the feel of Williamsburg will love this as a vibrant addition to the scene."

"Bedford-Stuyvesant isn't known for their nature, but the tiny-yet-mighty Herbert Von King gives its residents a great little slice of the outdoors. A dog run, a baseball field, amphitheater, and plenty of space to barbecue make Herbert Von King one of the neighborhood's best attractions."

"This 7.8-acre park is one of Brooklyn's oldest idylls—a leafy expanse with a playground, baseball field, dog run, and an amphitheater…"

"One of the finest examples of Neo-Gothic architecture in the U.S., this downtown landmark is actually the third version of the church. The original, opened in 1697, burned in Great Fire of 1776, when the British occupied NYC during the Revolutionary War. In 1790, the second Trinity Church opened, but in 1838, its support beams buckled, and the structure was demolished to make way for the third iteration of the building, consecrated in 1846, which stands today."

"Trinity Church, whose spire is 284 feet (86 m) tall, was once the tallest building in New York City. Step inside to admire the stained glass windows and stroll into the cemetery and see the grave of Alexander Hamilton, the first Secretary of the US Treasury (and whose face is printed on the $10 bill)."

"Long before the High Line became the hottest attraction in New York, the Elevated Acre was already a secret lunchtime spot for New Yorkers working downtown. Like the name suggests, the Elevated Acre is an elevated garden, one acre in size, located on the first floor at 55 Water Street, only a couple blocks from Battery Park. It came to life in the 1970s, thanks to a city regulation allowing developers to add six more stories to a building, provided the property included a public plaza."

"The stake was rubbery, and the oyster tempura was very distasteful. The cheese fries were like burned sticks, and the charcoal onion was literally charco..."

"If you’re a fan of Billions, you might recognize the sushi bar at Sushi Nakazawa in the West Village. Created by Jiro Ono protégé Daisuke Nakazawa (Jiro Dreams of Sushi), the sushiya excels at precision sushi taking its pedigree from Tokyo’s Jiro restaurant. Curated by personable sushi master Nakazawa, the sushi quality at the Michelin-starred restaurant is stellar, with a top-notch sake sommelier to help you put together the best combinations."

"High-end, eclectic and everything fine, Sushi Nakazawa is a place to head if you fancy a 20-course meal. The omakase of Chef Daisuke Nakazawa specialises in the Edomae sushi style. Take your seat on the high-chair and look forward to guided enlightenment about every bite you take."

"The dish: Edomae-style sushiSince NYC’s first sushi restaurant opened in 1963, it’s become a culinary mainstay that’s in the same category as some of the most popular takeout food the city has to offer. Don’t feel like ordering pizza or a burger?. New Yorkers just get sushi!"

"A post shared by Antonio Mora (@antoniomoranyc) on Dec 26, 2018 at 9:53pm PST. Another must-try sushi restaurant is Blue Ribbon Sushi. This restaurant offers an extensive selection of sushi that features a combination of fresh ingredients, creativity, and authentic taste."

"An early pioneer of the LES gallery scene, Rachel Uffner opened her first space in 2008, and recently moved from her original Orchard Street location to her current outpost on Suffolk Street. The newly renovated building has an airy, garage aesthetic that combines Chelsea chic with downtown vintage. Over the years she has accrued a roster of 11 promising emerging artists including Sam Moyer and Vlatka Horvat."

"With their annual Valentine's Day tradition of serving a "hands-free" meal, Blue Hill offers an off-beat take on your typical romantic evening. This Greenwich Village restaurant has built a menu focused on seasonally available produce from farms around the northeastern United States."

"All you need to know about this low-key Greenwich Village basement restaurant is that it’s where Barack Obama took his wife, Michelle, on their first date night as president and first lady, in May 2009. Why are you still reading?. Like you can do better than Barack?"