The Chelsea Hotel at 222 West 23rd Street is where punk Sid Vicious killed his girlfriend. Go for a bit of a nostalgia and enjoy the plush surrounds.

The Ritz-Carlton at 2 West St features some of the best views over the city, and is right next door to the financial district, so excellent for business.

La Cote Basque serves some of the best French food outside France.
The Cloisters in Fort Tyron Park, has one of the finest collections of medieval art in the world.

Jeffery's in the meatpacking district could set you back a dollar or two – up to $1,000 for a T-shirt