Founded in 1954 as the Shakespeare Workshop, this non-profit theater presents full seasons of new plays, musicals, Shakespeare and the classics in various venues throughout New York City.

Lots of interactive workshops for kids, from puppet-making to storytelling by the "Brothers Grin."

Street famous for its fabulous (and pricey) stores and boutiques.

The museum is devoted to the exploration of Jewish heritage and a living memorial to the Holocaust.

The shops and restaurants and historic ambiance have made this renovated port one of Manhattan's most visited spots.

This cathedral, the world's largest, is entirely hand-crafted.

This world-famous toy store is a great place for kids to browse, play - and of course, shop.

Children's theater.

Located on the outskirts of the West Village, this area is becoming more upscale and gentrified.

Housed in the Carnegie mansion, this museum features rare books, drawings, prints, textiles, furniture, metalwork, ceramics, glass, wall coverings and woodwork with changing exhibits.

  William Secord Gallery  specializes in fine 19th and 20th century dog and animal paintings. www.dogpainting.com

Art museum displaying works of different artists from Puerto Rico, Mexico, the Caribbean, and Central and South America.

A kid-friendly museum in New York City.

Focusing on experimental ideas and exhibits portraying the development of emerging artists, this unique museum's collection includes unusual, abstract art from around the world.

World beer pub located in Greenwich Village.