New York City, also known as The Big Apple, is a place with a rich history and cultural diversity. It is a place where the past and the present meet and, at the same time, it gives us something to wonder about. Places like the Metropolitan Museum of Art and Central Park are just some of the most visited places. However, there is only one problem that can prevent us from experiencing these sought after places: how to get there. But there is a solution, a quick guide and walking directions in New York City to take a look at these beautiful walking destinations.
The first stop would be the Metropolitan Museum of Art. It is located at 1000 Fifth Avenue at 82nd Street New York, New York. If you are approaching the museum from the east side of Manhattan, you can take the 4, 5, or 6 subway train to 86th Street and then you can exercise by walking about three blocks, about a half mile, west to Fifth Avenue. . Another option would be to take the M1, M2, M3, or M4 bus along Fifth Avenue (from uptown locations) to 82nd Street or along Madison Avenue (from downtown locations) to 82nd Street. 83, then you can take a walk to the museum. Then, if you’re approaching from the west side of Manhattan, take the 1 train to 86th Street, then the M86 bus across town through Central Park to Fifth Avenue; or take the C train to 81st Street, then the M79 bus (which is free) through Central Park to Fifth Avenue, and then you can take a walk to the museum.
Another stop would be Central Park, which is located in the center of Manhattan in New York City. It is also across from the Metropolitan Museum of Art. Regarding how to go there, it would just take you the same route on how to go to the Metropolitan Museum of Art and it will make you a little further, which is also good for your health. Within Central Park, there are many well-known sights and attractions, one of which is Turtle Pond, also known as Belvedere Pond. Go west from the Metropolitan Museum of Art along East Drive and turn right onto 79th Street Transverse Road, it will take a few minutes to walk around and enjoy the beauty of Central Park. Arriving at Turtle Pond, it is a place where you can feast your eyes and enjoy the habitat of some animals in the park. Along the banks of the pond, you will find the Belvedere Castle and the Delacorte Theater. Decoration is added to both infrastructures to accentuate the beauty and serenity of the park. After visiting the above mentioned places, you can now continue to the west side on 79th Street Transverse Road and after walking for a few minutes you can see the Swedish Cottage Puppet Theatre. It is where you can enjoy and watch the puppeteers bring the puppets to life to tell stories about princes, princesses, genies and giants to a wide range of audiences. Then, after walking to the end of said path, you can reach the American Museum of Natural History.
These are just a few places where you can go by simply walking and having a good time observing the aesthetic appreciation of nature.