First stop was the Lincoln Center to catch a rehearsal of the New York Philharmonic and special guests PercaDu. Pictures aren't allowed, and the outside was under construction, so no pictures to share. I can share a piece of advice though, don't even think about sitting on the floor there. Even if you're feet are killing you.
Here's the Mr with his favorite composer:
On my list for the day was a visit to Serendipity III, due to it's Travel Channel fame as home to world's most expensive sundae. I did not order the sundae, alas there is a 48 hour notice required, but I did snag some frozen hot chocolate. Service left a lot to be desired (we waited over an hour for our lunch) and the food was average. But the frozen hot chocolate was divine! Plus, I got to rest my feet!
Thankfully there was a subway close to Serendipity, which I cried tears of joy to ride. It took us down to Ground Zero for my first look. It was late in the day, so we didn't get to go in St Paul's, but the firehouse across from the WTC was open and we visited the memorials there.
The young un was impressed with his first view of Lady Liberty, and I was impressed with the new Staten Island Ferry station. Right up until our subway broke. And we had to get off. In the midst of evening commute. (I should probably point out here that I am a huge fan of personal space. A crowded subway car does not allow for personal space.)
By the time we emerged in Times Square, it was show time. West Side Story re-opened this year for a revival run. This time around, the Sharks spoke Spanish, and "I Feel Pretty" was harder to sing along with, as it was "Siento Hermosa". But it was Broadway, and a fun show, and 2 hours of having my shoes off.
4 comments:
Wow... that sure seems like a lot for one day! But I've never been to NY so I don't know. The Mr lived in Jersey and I'd probably have to twist his arm to get him back up there. I'd love to go, and to see ground zero and the memorials would be special. Great pics!
Tell the Mr. I am sorry he could not belt out his version of "I'm So Pretty" due to the Spanish. He must have been so bummed! ;) I also wish I could have tagged on with your fam for the Financial District tour...even if there is nothing really to see at Ground Zero.
This makes me want to go to broadway... and Serendipity for frozen hot chocolate! Yum. Of course, I'll have to make my way over to NY first. :) It looks like so much fun - and sorry about your feet.
Our second day in NYC...my feet hurt so badly that we ended up taking in a movie so that we could sit down. It was the best $8 I have ever spent!
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