With New York predicted to attract over 61 million tourists this year—and 4.4 million visitors on average per year to the Statue of Liberty—travelers may be keen to avoid the crowds.
Finding overlooked landmarks offers unique experiences that most visitors have no idea exist. Viator used a calculation of low Instagram hashtags and high Tripadvisor ratings to determine the top 10 most “underrated” landmarks in New York. Here are some of the most underrated land marks in New York:
Green-Wood Cemetery: Established in 1838 and located in Brooklyn, Green-Wood Cemetery spans over 400 acres and serves as the final resting place for notable figures like Henry Chadwick and Frank Morgan. Visitors can explore a captivating blend of history and art, along with a diverse collection of wildlife, trees, and plants, providing a peaceful retreat from the urban hustle.
Plymouth Church: Located in Brooklyn Heights, Plymouth Church was established in 1847 and offers a poignant journey into the heart of American abolitionist history. Under the leadership of its first minister, Henry Ward Beecher, it became a leading center of anti-slavery sentiment in the mid-19th century. The church also served as an important station on the Underground Railroad.
King Manor Museum and Park: This beautifully preserved, 18th-century Georgian-style manor in Queens was the residence of American Founding Father Rufus King. The museum showcases period rooms filled with antique furnishings, providing an intimate glimpse into the daily lives of the King family. The surrounding park offers a peaceful escape from the city bustle.
J. Pierpont Morgan’s Library: Located in Manhattan, this library was designed by architect Charles Follen McKim and completed in 1906. It houses a vast collection of rare books and manuscripts, offering a fascinating look into the life of one of America’s most famous financiers.
St. Bartholomew’s Church and Community House: Situated in Midtown Manhattan, this historic Episcopal parish was founded in 1835. The current church, designed by Bertram Goodhue, was completed in 1917 and is known for its Romanesque and Byzantine Revival architecture.
Merchant’s House Museum: Located in Manhattan, this museum is New York City’s only 19th-century home preserved intact, with original family furnishings and personal belongings. It offers a rare and intimate glimpse of how a prosperous merchant family and their Irish servants lived from 1835 to 1865.
Frick Art Reference Library (Frick Collection): Founded in 1920 by Helen Clay Frick, this library is a leading center for research in Western art history. It serves an international community of researchers, scholars, and students.
Church of the Ascension: This Episcopal church in Greenwich Village was built in 1840-41 and designed by Richard Upjohn in the Gothic Revival style. The interior was remodeled by Stanford White in 1885-88. Note that there’s a Catholic church of the same name in NYC.
Tiffany and Company Building (Tiffany & Co.): Located at Fifth Avenue and 37th Street in Midtown Manhattan, this eight-story commercial building was designed by Stanford White and built from 1903 to 1905. It served as the flagship store of Tiffany & Co. and is a New York City designated landmark.
Chester A. Arthur House: Located in Manhattan, this house was the residence of the 21st president of the United States, Chester A. Arthur, both before and after his presidency. It offers a rare glimpse into the life and times of the post-Civil War era.
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