Timeline
14:52
Start with a cozy Italian-American meal at Lex Restaurant. The classic dishes like seafood risotto or penne alla vodka are perfect for a relaxed start before the evening rush.
15:52
Walk through the Conservatory Garden. This six-acre formal garden is the only one of its kind in Central Park, offering a serene, green escape with Italian, French, and English landscape styles just north of the museum.
16:52
Top of the Rock Observation Deck
Arrive at the Top of the Rock Observation Deck. Head to the 70th floor of the Comcast Building to catch the sunset. The narrow deck affords uninterrupted views over the city as the sun sets toward the WSW.
17:37
End the night at McGee's Restaurant and Pub. This unpretentious pub offers good food and a pleasant atmosphere, a short walk from the observation deck to unwind after the view.
Local tip
Check the route to the Top of the Rock from the museum if you are not familiar with the area. The walk from the museum to the garden is short, but the gap between the garden and the observation deck requires navigating through Central Park or walking along the perimeter.
Check before you go
- Lex Restaurant is open Mo-Su 12:00-23:00.
- The Top of the Rock Observation Deck hours vary by season; check the official website for exact sunset entry times.
- McGee's Restaurant and Pub is open Mon-Sat 11AM-4AM, Sun noon-4AM.
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