One of favorite museums in NYC.

Books are Magic is a great local spot for bookworms. The staff is warm and friendly with regular events happening monthly. 

Strand is a castle of books. It claims 2.5 million new and used books, across 18 miles of shelves, cared for by 200 employees—so set aside a couple of hours. Plenty of art books and good prices. Get your healthy huff of that old book smell.

This is another neighborhood favorite, especially for Sunday brunch which is consistently great.

Another Gramercy all-star, I really like this place, you need a reservation or early arrival, sitting in the bar is always fun and the food is amazing!