When I have a bit of money I like to go there with friends to celebrate our happiness and miseries.

Leaf through over 30,000 artists' sketchbooks in what may be the world's largest collection.

I love that there's a museum dedicated to American art, founded at a time when American artists were underappreciated. The exhibitions are curated with a broad but discerning eye, and the architecture is spectacular. In my experience it's typically much quieter than the obvious choices like the Met and the MoMA - although both are remarkable, there's something I love about the scale and style of the Whitney.

Good vibes bar with some of the best food-next-to-your-drink in the city.

This marketplace is home to tons of amazing local restaurants, shops, and vendors— from flowers, meat and cheese, wine, and a food court downstairs. There is definitely something for you here.