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- JMarkus27 contributionsIt was a very interesting tour with a knowledgeable guide. It was cool to see the actual meeting rooms of the UN councils as well as get a feeling of the scale of the UN and its operations.
Important to know is that you have to register online before your visit to get security clearance.Written 28 December 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - cwsfanChesapeake, Virginia93 contributionsThis is one of the most recognizable courthouses in the country. It's been the filming location for many movies and TV shows including Law and Order. It's close to several subway stops, the Brooklyn bridge and Chinatown. Take a few moments to walk around to the back of the courthouse to see the statues there as well.Written 10 August 2018This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Thomas VOakland, CA19,499 contributionsI very much enjoy this part of town and often return to sit in the park in front of City Hall and admire the classic old buildings all around. One of the rare parts of Manhattan where old architecture has been nicely preserved and now it is in great shape. The City Hall itself is of classic design.Written 17 June 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Thomas VOakland, CA19,499 contributionsThis is a big civic building in the City Hall complex, actually the one you notice first when you arrive in the area because it is so tall and wide. Handsome old style.Written 1 December 2021This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Thomas VOakland, CA19,499 contributionsScandals followed the expensive construction of this big city hall building in the Nineteenth Century. Now it is an impressive historic building in the City Hall area of town. Part of a collection that makes this part of town very well-designed.Written 12 June 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- gnaturecenterCheshire, MA94 contributionsOn my way to NY ComicCon, I stopped in at this lovely hometown-like NY LIbrary. The atmosphere is what you expect, one of quite intensity, but you also see the technology intermingled. That juxtaposition is a bit weird at first, but it's how the world moves now. The Librarian was very helpful. There's one "All Gender" bathroom on the 1st floor. The latest Fictional Tales and Research can be found there as well. There was a Police Presence at the door, but it was school "let-out" time and maybe was warranted.Written 9 October 2019This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- misopiso88Seattle, WA24,077 contributionsWe had read about the bravery and importance of NYFD Engine 55 during 9/11 and wanted to swing by and pay tribute to the amazing individuals who gave their lives. There are beautiful plaques mounted outside. Highly recommend!Written 23 April 2019This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- tyger9New York City, NY162 contributionsIf you love Law and order and would like to see some arraignments in night court, then a visit to night court is a great experience!Written 27 April 2017This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- StephenCrossDublin, Ireland31,766 contributionsOn the corner of Park Ave and 68th this is a building acquired by the Marquesa De Cuevas in 1965 and presented to the America’s Society same as the Place next door.Written 24 February 2020This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- therichastillStevenage, UK3,694 contributionsBrooklyn Municipal Building sounds very bland and functional. Thank goodness the building is better than the name!
If I were to say it's a fancy town hall that would be an understatement. It has the look of a temple. It is close to Columbus Square and next to the road that will take you over the Brooklyn Bridge. Jay Street Metrotech subway station is also close by.Written 18 November 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - Lisa TPrinceton, Indiana, United States11 contributionsMy husband and I did not have ferry tickets in advance to visit the Statue of Liberty/Ellis Island.We did not arrive at Castle Clinton until 11:00 am on a Monday morning. We were very pleased that we were still able to get tickets. The pedestal and crown tickets were sold out for the statue, but we still enjoyed the audio tour. Ellis Island was very moving. We watched the 30 minute movie and then did the audio tour. It is eerie to picture all the immigrants in the building waiting to see if they can stay in America. The banners that lined the way to the ferry had quotes from Benjamin Franklin, John Kennedy, etc.praising what immigrants have meant to our country. Even the announcements on the ferry were inspiring. I felt sadness at the way immigrants are treated today thanks to the ignorant thoughts and tweets of our current president.Written 7 June 2018This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- bbbob84Staten Island, NY1,609 contributionsAt some point in time firehouses were designed by architects and were attractive. This firehouse completed in 1898 built in the Beaus Arts style was landmarked in 1968. I have a picture that I will attach later as I am not being given access by TA at the moment. A beautiful classic big, bold and colorful firehouse in NOHO NYC.Written 27 May 2019This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
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