City of Contrasts Tour-Manhattan, Bronx, Queens and Brooklyn

Radio City Music Hall, is a cultural and Art Deco Masterpiece landmark in New York City. The Radio City Rockettes, a world-famous precision dance troupe, have been a signature act since the venue's opening. The annual Radio City Christmas Spectacular has been a holiday tradition since 1933.(pass by)

Top of the Rock, offers visitors unparalleled 360-degree views of the city's iconic skyline. The experience spans the 67th, 69th, and 70th floors, combining both indoor and outdoor viewing areas(pass by)

Home of The Rink at Rockefeller Center and The Christmas Tree, Rockefeller Center is one of New York City's most famous landmarks, combining art, history, and culture.(pass by)

The cathedral is a prime example of Neo-Gothic architecture. St. Patrick’s Cathedral remains a spiritual sanctuary and an architectural gem in New York City(pass by)

Rich residents, upscale dining options, and luxury stores along Madison Avenue are all hallmarks of the Upper East Side's upscale residential neighborhood. It's a lovely area with a blend of high-rises and traditional brownstones.(pass by)

Harlem has long been recognized for its African-American roots, soul food establishments, and small jazz clubs. An exciting evening environment is created by fashionable pubs, chic clubs, and trendy restaurants. Modern high-rises and brownstones from the 19th century.(pass by)

One of America's cultural treasures is the Apollo. People from all around New York, the country, and the world come to see this lively theater in the Harlem neighborhood. Black artists and voices from around the African Diaspora have been at the forefront of the Apollo's creations, celebrations, and presentations since 1934. Additionally, it has sparked civic and social advocacy. The Apollo is currently the biggest performing arts organization dedicated to Black innovation and culture.(20 min)

Astor Row was one of the earliest speculative townhouses constructed in Harlem, with 28 three-story homes. The single-family, three-story brick homes have an interesting architecture as they are set back from the street. They all have wooden porches and front and side yards, which is unusual in Manhattan.(20 min)

Although the Bronx has a rich history, it is most known for being the home of the New York Yankees, and for being the cradle of rap and hip-hop music.(pass by)

Both the 2019 movie Joker and its 2024 follow-up Joker: Folie à Deux were filmed in part at the Joker Stairs. Joker Stairs are now a part of the list of famous film locations.(20 min)

Yankee Stadium and Old Yankee Stadium Field The Old Yankee Stadium, which was in operation from 1923 to 2008, was replaced by the new Yankee Stadium, which opened in April 2009. From 1923 to 2008, the New York Yankees called Old Yankee Stadium home. The Old Yankee Stadium was the biggest and most impressive baseball stadium when it was open in 1923.(20 min)

Typical Bronx Bodega A small, independent grocery store, featuring ethnic foods or regional cuisine. Bodegas are renowned for their special charm and individuality, often featuring distinctive signage and a wide array of products.(20 min)

With this memorial artwork, the artist collective Tats Cru paid tribute to their buddy and South Bronx resident Christopher Rios, also known as Big Pun.(10 min)

One of the South Bronx's most active graffiti artists are Tats Cru, also known as The Mural Kings. The Bronx's history and culture are preserved by Tats Cru's community murals. Every letter in the I Love the Bronx mural represents a unique characteristic of the Bronx.(20 min)

A photograph of Amadou Diallo is painted on a building on Wheeler Avenue in the South Bronx, near the location where he was shot and murdered by 41 police bullets.(pass by)

South Bronx Neighborhoods From the 1960s to the 1990s, the South Bronx came to represent urban decay, but it is also known for being the cradle of hip-hop and graffiti.(pass by)

Named for the English Queen and Portuguese royal princess Catherine of Braganza, Queens is the largest and easternmost of New York City's five boroughs(pass by)

One of the city's most famous parks, it hosted two World's Fairs in the 20th century. There is always plenty to do here, including sports, activities, picturesque trails, and historic hikes. Additionally, the park is a well-known filming location: Manifest, Evil, Summer of Sam, Iron Man, Captain America: The First Avenger, FBI: Most Wanted, Law & Order: Organized Crime, Men in Black, and Power: Book III(20 min)

A well-known sports and entertainment complex in Queens, New York City, is Citi Field. Most famously is known as the home of the New York Mets.(pass by)

The US Open Tennis Championships are held in the USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center, a stadium complex in Queens' Flushing Meadows–Corona Park.(pass by)