8 Of NYC’s Most Instagrammable Picture Spots

@souvlakigr

Experience a little piece of Greek island charm right in the middle of NYC. From the quaint patio to the vibrant blue doors and pristine white walls, you’ll feel like you’re sitting in the Mediterranean, not on the Manhattan Island.

Apart from being one of the most Instagrammed restaurants in NYC, the food is enough to impress as well. The food consists of classic Greek dishes, like Tzatziki, meat skewers, and pitas, but with an island twist. If you’re looking for a wide variety of authentic Greek food and a beautiful snap, then head on down to one of these 3 Manhattan locations.

Where: Souvlaki GR; 231 E 53rd St., Manhattan (10 min walk from The Lombardy Hotel)

When: Everyday 11am – 11pm

Where: 162 W 56th St., Manhattan (15 min walk from The Lombardy Hotel)

When: Everyday 11am – 11pm

Where: 116 Stanton St., Manhattan (20 min drive from The Lombardy Hotel)

When: Sunday – Thursday 11am – 11pm, Friday & Saturday 11am – 12:30pm

@sugarcanerawbargrill

Eat beautiful fresh food with a beautiful view of the Brooklyn Bridge. Snack on oysters, crab, cocktails, sushi, and various small plates under the shadow of the most iconic bridge in New York City.

Not in the mood to eat something? Come for happy hour and sip on a drink as the sun sets over the city.

Where: Sugarcane Raw Bar Grill; Empire, 55 Water Street, Brooklyn (30 min drive from The Lombardy Hotel)

When: Monday – Thursday 11:30am – 11pm, Friday 11:30am – 12am, Saturday 10am – 12am, Sunday 10am – 11pm

Central Park is picturesque. Ice skating is mesmerizing. And the Wollman Rink is beautiful. What more could you ask for from a winter Instagram favorite?

The question is, are you there to glide around the rink or to take pictures of those more graceful than yourself?

Where: Wollman Rink; 830 5th Ave., Manhattan (10 min drive from The Lombardy Hotel)

When: Daily 11am – 5pm (weather permitting)

@washingtonsquarepark_

Located in Greenwich Village, Washington Square Park is a center for neighborhood events, volunteering, and NYC pride. Flowers in the spring, green grass and activities in the summer, fall leaves in autumn and snow in the winter. New York City may be a concrete jungle, but we know how to appreciate our parks as well.

Where: Magnolia’s Bakery; 401 Bleecker Street and W. 11th Street, Manhattan (25 min drive from The Lombardy Hotel)

When: Sunday – Thursday 10am – 10:30pm, Friday & Saturday 10am – 11:30pm

@colorfactoryco

A collaborative, interactive exhibit with roots in San Francisco, Color Factory is a pioneer in its field. Is it a museum? A play house? A gallery? Or all of the above?

Come and discover, appreciate, and have fun. And take plenty of vibrant photos for to make your Instagram happy as well, all way supporting your favorite artists.

Where: Color Factory; 251 Spring St., Manhattan (30 min drive from The Lombardy Hotel)

When: Thursday – Tuesday 10am – 11pm

@metmuseum

Visit this branch of the Met Museum to get your fill of art, architecture, and gardens – all inspired by medieval Europe. Where else can you experience the bridge between the past and the modern? It’s the kind of museum you definitely want to add to your Instagram profile.

Where: The Met Cloisters; 99 Margaret Corbin Dr., Manhattan (35 min drive from The Lombardy Hotel)

When: Every day 10am – 4:45pm

@nybg

Not into the museum scene? The New York Botanical Garden is a living, breathing museum that you can run your hands through. It’s an opportunity to escape the hectic city, breathe fresh air, and admire the beauty of nature. Everything from the flowers, to the green, to the fall colors will light up your Instagram profile.

Where: The New York Botanical Garden; 2900 Southern Blvd, Bronx (40 min drive from The Lombardy Hotel)

When: Tuesday – Sunday 10am – 6pm

@blackcatles

Known as a neighborhood-driven coffee and tea house, Black Cat LES has invested in creating a cozy, safe environment for Lower East Side locals and visitors.

As many cafes have become commercialized, this local cafe has committed to remaining a true cafe, with free Wifi, warm drinks, and tasty food. Come for the comfy couches or the open-mic shoes and make sure to update your friends.

Where: Black Cat LES; 172 Rivington St., Manhattan (25 min drive from The Lombardy Hotel)

When: Monday – Thursday 7am – 10pm, Friday 7am – 11pm, Saturday 8am – 11pm, Sunday 8am – 10pm

The Lombardy lives in a vintage, historical building that offers picturesque balconies, hallways, and sidewalks for you to use as backdrops for your perfect Instagram pictures. Our amenities are art-deco and modern, providing a delightful contrast to our old-fashioned architecture details. We look forward to hosting you.