Enjoy a slice of New York life at nearby Bryant Park. Located less than a five-minute walk from The Algonquin Hotel, Times Square, Autograph Collection, Bryant Park is Midtown Manhattan’s town square and one of the busiest public spaces in the world, seeing over 12 million visitors annually. In one of its past lives, the land was even a 1776 battleground for George Washington’s troops as they retreated from British forces. Today, Bryant Park hosts all sorts of activities, like cultural programming, musical performances, exercise classes, educational workshops, seasonal offerings, and more.

Admire one of the finest modern art collections on the planet at The Museum of Modern Art, with thousands of artworks spanning six floors. Just an easy stroll from The Algonquin Hotel, MoMA is home to a renowned permanent collection, which includes such famed works as The Persistence of Memory by Salvador Dali, a Water Lilies triptych by Claude Monet, Les Demoiselles d’Avignon by Pablo Picasso, The Starry Night by Vincent van Gogh, and Campbell’s Soup Cans by Andy Warhol.

Be dwarfed by some of New York City’s most iconic skyscrapers. Then, hop in an elevator to the top to take in the view. Some of the United States’ most recognizable buildings call the Big Apple home, and many are only a short distance from The Algonquin Hotel. The landmark Empire State Building is a leisurely 15-minute walk away and offers stunning overlooks of the city below from its observatories on the 86th and 102nd floors. While not as famous, the views offered at 30 Rockefeller Plaza from its 70th-story Top of the Rock observation deck are arguably more remarkable, as they include such sights as Central Park, Times Square, the Chrysler Building, the Statue of Liberty, and, of course, the Empire State Building. As a bonus, it is also slightly closer to the hotel, less than a 10-minute walk away.