Timeline
10:00
Intrepid Sea, Air & Space Museum
Tour the Intrepid Sea, Air & Space Museum. Arrive right when it opens at 10:00 to explore the aircraft carrier, the Blackbird spy plane, and the Space Shuttle Enterprise before the large tour groups arrive.
11:15
Walk 15 minutes south to Poseidon Bakery. Grab a takeaway box of savory or sweet Greek pastries for a quick, cheap, and delicious lunch. There is no seating inside, so take your food to enjoy in the nearby park.
11:35
Walk 44 minutes south to Madison Square Park. Find a bench or spot on the grass to enjoy your pastries. Look up at the iconic skyline views of the Flatiron Building, the Clock Tower, 500 Fifth Avenue, and the Empire State Building.
Local tip
The Intrepid Museum is open from 10:00 AM. For lunch, Poseidon Bakery is a great value option, but if you prefer sit-down dining, Union Square Café is nearby with lunch hours from noon to 2:15 PM on weekdays.
Check before you go
- Intrepid Museum hours are 10:00 AM–5:00 PM Monday through Friday in April.
- Poseidon Bakery is a takeout-only establishment.
- Madison Square Park is a public space accessible at any time.
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