A tranquil view of the Upper East Side, with buildings lining a deserted street and red traffic lights.

Upper East Side

The very chic residential neighborhood of the Upper East Side is known for its numerous restaurants and shops located along the famous Madison Avenue.

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The Upper East Side is: beautiful hotels with concierges at the entrance, fur coats, and dog sitters with dozens of Pomeranian pups.

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One essential thing to know about the Upper East Side: this is where Carrie Bradshaw officially lives in Sex and the City 😀 It’s not surprising since it's the most stylish neighborhood in Manhattan. However, be aware that the apartment doesn't actually exist 😐

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Iconic facade of the Guggenheim Museum in New York, with its distinctive circular shape and a blue sky in the background.

Guggenheim Museum

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  • Arts

Museum of modern art designed by Frank Lloyd Wright and featuring a spiraling rotunda of great architectural value.

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Bronze sculpture of a cherub at the entrance of the Metropolitan Museum of Arts, symbolizing love and beauty.

Metropolitan Museum of Art

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  • Arts

The largest art museum in the United States, showcasing treasures of world art, from ancient Egypt to contemporary art.

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