Stefanie Van Steelandt: The stunning World Financial Center at #BatteryPark. It's a lovely place for a stroll.

Stefanie Van Steelandt: Beautiful eagle statue in #BatteryPark at the East Coast Memorial.

Stefanie Van Steelandt: The best way to view #BatteryPark is from the water. Going to Ellis Island, Governor's Island or the Statue of Liberty will offer stunning views.

Stefanie Van Steelandt: Walking along #BatteryPark offers amazing views of the Hudson River and Lady Liberty in the distance. On a hot summer day you will be entertained by the beautiful boats passing by.

Stefanie Van Steelandt: This iconic place is one of the marvels of #BatteryPark . All year round giant palmtrees fill the atrium which offers breathtaking views of the Hudson River and a selection of restaurants which won't make you leave hungry.

Stefanie Van Steelandt: #MeyerParking This neighborhood institution is an amazing place for kids. It has any toy you can imagine, and you can even take a ride on a giant Ferris wheel.

Stefanie Van Steelandt: #MeyerParking

Stefanie Van Steelandt: #MeyerParking

Stefanie Van Steelandt: #MeyerParking

Stefanie Van Steelandt: #MeyerParking The perfect place to be in the middle of it all with a great garage just a few houses down

Stefanie Van Steelandt: #MeyerParking #JimmysCorner A great pub a stone throw away from Times Square.

Stefanie Van Steelandt: #RooseveltIsland is very dog friendly and even has a great dog run.

Stefanie Van Steelandt: The tram crosses the East River at regular intervals and costs $2.50 per ride, which can be paid by Metrocard. The Q32 also takes you to #RooseveltIsland. The tram is a much better choice, though. Not only is it extremely fast (a few minutes), but it also offers stunning views of Manhattan, Queens and the Island.

Stefanie Van Steelandt: A perfect spot for a picnic after a leisurely stroll on #RooseveltIsland. You will be joined at the back of the Octagon by Sabrina, the patron saint of Amherst College in Massachusetts

Stefanie Van Steelandt: The Octagon, a historical site on #RooseveltIsland, has recently been converted to modern apartments offering stunning views of the Manhattan skyline.

Stefanie Van Steelandt: #RooseveltIsland's lighthouse on the Northern tip of the island. It is quite a hike to walk up from the tram, but you can also hop on one of the buses going around the island.

Stefanie Van Steelandt: #RooseveltIsland is full of whimsical artwork, including this 1996 piece by Tom Otterness standing with the Manhattan skyline behind them.

Stefanie Van Steelandt: The Gristedes on #RooseveltIsland with ample parking space above.