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1 Penn Plaza, Suite 4800
New York, NY 10199
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Table of Contents
Welcome..................................................................................................... 2
New York City Experience Center Location and Directions ................... 3-4
Directions from JFK Airport ............................................................................................................... 5
Directions from the Laguardia Airport ............................................................................................. 10
Directions from Newark Airport ....................................................................................................... 14
Hotels near the NYC Experience Center .................................................. 19
Restaurants near the NYC Experience Center ........................................ 21
Entertainment near the NYC Experience Center ..................................... 23
Tourist Attractions by the NYC Experience Center .............................. 234
Floor Plan of the NYC Experience Center................................................ 25
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Welcome
At the New York City Polycom Experience Center, you will see how our industry-leading
video solutions, tightly integrated with our partner solutions and powered by Polycom ®
RealPresence®, are transforming the way people collaborate.
The Experience Centers (EC) offers customized executive briefings that address your unique business
challenges, build and maintain relationships with key Polycom executives and subject matter experts, and
detail how Polycom’s innovative technology can change the way your organization operates.
We customize your executive briefing to address the business challenges you face
today and the ones you anticipate for tomorrow. By bringing together the right people
and resources to address your market, your briefing enables us to explore long-term
business opportunities together.
When you visit the Polycom Experience Center, you will
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Talk with Polycom senior leaders and solution experts in person and over video
See how RealPresence® Immersive, Room, Office, and Mobile Solutions help Polycom and
its customers collaborate every day
Experience immersive use-case scenarios specific to your industry and interests
Learn how the unique open-standards approach of Polycom® RealPresence® ensures
interoperability with hundreds of UC, business, and social networking applications, bridging
silos to truly unify communications across the enterprise
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New York City Executive Experience Center Location and
Directions
Polycom New York City Executive Experience Center
(Located inside One Penn Plaza)
250 W 34th Street
New York, NY 10119
+1 (212) 372-6996
The Experience Center team will be happy to offer information
about travel to or from our center, as well as to any of the numerous nearby hotels, fine dining
restaurants, and entertainment venues.
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Directions to the New York Executive Experience Center
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One Penn Plaza is located on West 33rd and 34th Streets between 7th
and 8th Avenues.
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The building is directly accessible to the 1, 2, 3 / A, C, E Subway lines,
and the LIRR, Amtrak, and NJ Transit trains;
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Also convenient to the B, D, F, Q / N, R Subway lines, the M4, M10, M16,
M34, Q32 Bus lines, and the PATH train. Located on W 33rd & 6th
Taxi Service
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Dial 7 Car & Limo Service (212) 777-7777
Limo Vision (718) 357-5466
Car 24 Transportation (212) 677-7777
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Directions to the NYC Executive Experience Center
Directions from JFK Airport
Estimated Distance: 20 miles
Estimated Time: 30-50 minutes
Point A- JFK Airport
Point B- NYC EEC
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AirTrain JFK
The cheaper, faster, eco-friendly airport connection
AirTrain JFK is the easiest way to travel to, from and around Kennedy International Airport. AirTrain connects with
MTA New York City Transit subways and buses and the Long Island Rail Road, providing a low-cost way to travel by
mass transit to major destinations in New York and New Jersey. Best of all, you never have to worry about traffic and
can lower your carbon footprint.
Travel around the airport: Take AirTrain free
AirTrain makes frequent stops everywhere around the airport: airline terminals, parking lots, hotel shuttle areas and
rental car facilities. What's more, every AirTrain ride around the airport is free. The service operates 24 hours a day,
365 days a year.
The cheaper way to Manhattan: AirTrain JFK and MTA Subways
Destination
Connection
Midtown Manhattan New York
Penn Station W. 34 St.
MTA NYC Transit E Subway
at Jamaica Station
Estimated
Cost* and
Time
$7.50
50
minutes
NYC Subway Service from Midtown Manhattan to JFK
Take MTA NYC Transit's "E" train bound for Queens. MTA fare is $2.50 (cash or MetroCard), except for
$2.75 when a single-ride ticket is purchased.. An additional MetroCard fare of $5 is required to enter the
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AirTrain system. Disembark the train at the Sutphin Blvd/Archer Av/JFK station. Follow the signs to
AirTrain and swipe your AirTrain MetroCard to enter the system. Travel time via subway and AirTrain is
approximately 60–75 minutes from midtown Manhattan to JFK. AirTrain travels to JFK from Jamaica
Station every 15 minutes and will take you to your airline terminal.
NYC Airporter
Departure roughly every 30 minutes - Bus Terminal, Grand Central Station and Penn Station. Fare is $16.
Purchase tickets online at www.NYCAirporter.com. For more information, call (718) 777-5111.
NYC Bus Service to and from JFK
Three NYC bus routes operated by the MTA provide direct service between the airport and nearby
neighborhoods. These buses stop on the roadway adjacent to Terminal 5, and can be accessed via a free
on-airport AirTrain trip to the Terminal 5/6 station. The bus fare is $2.50 (MetroCard or exact change
required), except for $2.75 when a single-ride ticket is purchased. For information and schedules, call
511, (888) GO511NY, or visit the MTA website. The three local bus routes include:
Q10 Bus: Local service to Queens. Connect to NYC subway train A at Lefferts Blvd. and E and F at Kew
Gardens.
Q3 Bus: Local service to Queens. Connect at 169th St. and Hillside Ave. for NYC subway train F.
B15 Bus: Local service to East New York. Connect at New Lots and Livonia Aves for NYC subway trains
3 and 4.
Please note: Free transfers between bus and subway and between subway and bus are available. Valid
only with MetroCard. A $1 new card fee will apply to new MetroCard purchases from the vending
machines. New card fee does not apply to MetroCard refills and MetroCards bought from authorized
merchants. For complete fare information, visit the MTA website.
Taxi, Car and Van Service
Safety Tip: Ignore offers of transportation from solicitors in the terminal. Soliciting of ground transportation is illegal
and many illegal solicitors are unlicensed and uninsured. To obtain ground transportation information, please visit the
Port Authority Welcome Center located in the arrivals area of each terminal, where uniformed staff will be happy to
assist you. Alternately, you may head directly for the taxi stand located outside each terminal for safe and legitimate
transportation. Ignore non-uniformed people offering to assist with baggage. Seek out uniformed porters or airline
employees for baggage assistance.
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JFK Taxi Information:
Important Tips:
Tipping is customary for good service.
There is a $1.00 peak time surcharge for trips from 4 PM to 8PM on weekdays (except for JFK-Manhattan $52
Flat Fare trip).
There is a 50-cent surcharge for trips from 8PM to 6AM daily (except for JFK-Manhattan $52 Flat Fare trip).
There is also a NY State tax of 50 cents added to trips within New York, but not for trips to NJ.
One fare pays for all passengers to one destination.
Four passengers (five in minivans) is the limit for New York City cabs.
Meter must read $3.00 at the start of the trip (except for JFK-Manhattan $52 Flat Fare trips).
Please take your receipt.
Sample Fares from John F. Kennedy International Airport:
These samples do not include tolls or tips.
Between JFK and Manhattan -- Flat Fare is $52 to the first destination (plus tolls and tip). The taximeter and receipt
should reflect that this trip is a flat fare. There is no $1 peak time or 50-cent night surcharge for these trips.*
Nassau/Westchester, NY: The amount on the meter from JFK to NYC boundary PLUS double the amount from the
city boundary to final destination.
Connecticut/Suffolk/New Jersey/north and west of Westchester County: Price is negotiated between
passsenger and driver at the start of the trip.
*Flat Fare Policy: If passengers request multiple destinations within Manhattan, the fare is $52 to the first
passenger's destination. Thereafter, the meter will be engaged and a new trip and fare occurs.
Taxis are regulated by the NYC Taxi and Limousine Commission
For taxi compliments, complaints and lost property, call 311.
Taxis are regulated by the NYC Taxi and Limousine Commission.
Car and van service is also available at JFK.
Reservations for shared-ride van and private car services can be made at the Port Authority Welcome Center located
on the Arrivals level of each terminal. If the center is closed, there is a convenient self-service kiosk nearby where
you can contact authorized shared-ride or private car services.
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Authorized airport vehicle services:
Shared Ride Services
Contact Information
Airlink New York
(212) 812-9000
(877) 599-8200
All County Express
(800) 914-4223
(516) 285-1300
Connecticut Limousine
(800) 472- 5466
(203) 974-4700
Dave’s Best Limo
(800) 255-2378
(215) 288-1000
ETS Air Shuttle
(718) 221-5341
Prime Time Shuttle
(800) 377-8745
(203) 891-1280
Super Shuttle Long Island
(800) 742-9824
Super Shuttle Manhattan
(212) BLUE VAN
(800) 258-3826
Trans-Bridge Bus Lines
(908) 730-6552
(610) 868-6001
(800) 962-9135
Westchester Express
(718) 276-6020
(914) 332-0090
(866) 914-6800
Private Car Services
Contact Information
Carmel Super Saver
(866) 666-6666
(800) 924-9954
Dial 7 Car & Limousine
(212) 777-8888
(800) 222-9888
ExecuCar
(800) 253-1443
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Directions to the NYC Executive Experience Center
Directions from Laguardia Airport
Estimated Distance: 10 miles
Estimated Time: 25-45 minutes
Point A- Laguardia Airport
Point B- NYC EEC
Public Transportation to and from LaGuardia
NYC Airporter
Departure roughly every 30 minutes - Port Authority Bus Terminal, Grand Central Station and Penn
Station. Fare is $13. Purchase tickets online at www.NYCAirporter.com. For more information, call (718)
777-5111.
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Public Transit Services
New York City buses provide service between LaGuardia and Manhattan and Queens with connections to
New York City subways for destinations beyond.
For service between LaGuardia and Manhattan, the M60 bus goes to 106th and Broadway via 125th
Street in Manhattan and Astoria Blvd. in Queens. Key connections include the N and Q subway trains at
Hoyt Avenue/31st Street; the 4, 5, and 6 subway trains at Lexington Avenue; and the Metro-North
Railroad at Park Avenue.
For service beween LaGuardia and western Queens or Midtown Manhattan, take the new Q70 Limited
or Q47 buses. Connections to the E, F, M, R and 7 trains on the New York City subway are available at
Roosevelt Avenue/74th Street. For service to Astoria, Queens, use the M60 bus and transfer to the N or
Q subway trains at Hoyt Avenue/31st Street.
For service between LaGuardia and central Queens, use the Q72 (Corona and Rego Park) and Q48
(Flushing) bus routes.
The bus fare is $2.50 (MetroCard or exact change required), except $2.75 whenever a single-ride ticket is
purchased. MetroCard vending machines are available at most terminals within the airport. For
passengers using the MetroCard, free transfers are available between buses and subways.
For information and schedules, please call 511 or (888) GO511NY or visit the MTA's Website.
Taxi, Car and Van Service
SAFETY TIP: Ignore offers of transportation from solicitors in the terminal. Soliciting of ground
transportation is illegal and many illegal solicitors are unlicensed and uninsured. To obtain ground
transportation information, please visit the Port Authority Welcome Center located in the arrivals area of
each terminal, where uniformed staff will be happy to assist you. Alternately, you may head directly for the
taxi stand located outside each terminal for safe and legitimate transportation. Ignore non-uniformed
people offering to assist with baggage. Seek out uniformed porters or airline employees for baggage
assistance.
LGA Taxi Information
Taxi and van service is also available at LaGuardia. Taxi service is available in front of all terminals.
Ground transportation information counters, located on the lower baggage claim level of all terminals,
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provide information and reservations for buses, shared-ride vans and private cars or limousines. You can
call 1 (800)-AIR-RIDE for information on authorized transportation services.
As always, disregard offers of transportation from solicitors in the terminal. Be sure your transportation is
safe and legitimate at ground transportation information counters, bus stops and taxi dispatchers. Also,
please ignore non-uniformed persons offering to assist with baggage and seek out uniformed porters or
airline employees for baggage assistance.
Important Tips:
Tipping is customary for good service.
There is a $1.00 peak-time surcharge for trips from 4 PM to 8PM on weekdays.
There is a $.50 surcharge for trips from 8PM to 6AM daily. There is also a NY State tax of 50
cents added to trips within New York, but not for trips to NJ.
One fare pays for all passengers to one destination.
Four passengers (five in minivans) is the limit for New York City cabs.
Meter must read $3.00 at the start of the trip.
Please take your receipt.
Nassau/Westchester, NY: The Amount on the meter from the airport to NYC limit PLUS double the
amount from the city limit to the final destination.
Connecticut/Suffolk/New Jersey/north and west of Westchester County: Price is negotiated between
passenger and driver at the start of the trip.
Taxis are regulated by the NYC Taxi and Limousine Commission
For taxi compliments, complaints and lost property, call 311
Car and van service is also available at LaGuardia.
Reservations for shared-ride van and private car services can be made at the Welcome Center located
on the Arrivals level of each terminal. If the counter is closed, there is a convenient self-service kiosk
nearby where you can contact authorized shared-ride or private car services.
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The following list includes the names and contact information of authorized airport vehicle service
providers.
Shared Ride Services
Contact Information
Airlink New York
(212) 812-9000
(877) 599-8200
All County Express
(800) 914-4223
(516) 285-1300
Connecticut Limousine
(800) 472- 5466
(203) 878-6867
ETS Air Shuttle
(718) 221-5341
Prime Time Shuttle
(800) 377-8745
(203) 891-1280
Super Shuttle Manhattan
(212) BLUE VAN
(800) 258-3826
Super Shuttle Long Island
(212) BLUE VAN
(800) 742-9824
Westchester Express
(718) 276-6020
(914) 417-4280
(866) 914-6800
Private Car Services
Contact Information
Carmel Super Saver
(866) 666-6666
(800) 924-9954
Dial 7 Car & Limousine
(212) 777-7777
(800) 222-9888
ExecuCar
(800) 253-1443
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Directions to the NYC Executive Experience Center
Directions from Newark Liberty International Airport
Estimated Distance: 17 miles
Estimated Time: 25-45 minutes
Point A- Newark Liberty International Airport
Point B- NYC EEC
AirTrain Newark
The low-cost, low-stress, low-impact way to Newark Liberty.
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AirTrain is a simpler, easier way to get to, from, and around Newark Liberty International Airport.
Operating 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, AirTrain provides easy connections to NJ Transit and the rail
lines that run on the Northeast Corridor and North Jersey Coast Line.
AirTrain also offers a simple way for passengers to get to and from Manhattan and points north, or
Philadelphia and points south. It also connects passengers to airline terminals, rental car facilities, hotel
shuttles and central parking lots. Best of all, you never have to worry about traffic conditions.
To & From Newark
Getting to and from Newark on AirTrain is fast and easy. AirTrain Newark provides easy connections to
and from NJ TRANSIT, PATH and Amtrak through one gateway: Newark Liberty International Airport
Station. Customers may purchase a ticket to ride on AirTrain from NJ Transit or Amtrak at their train
stations, ticket offices or ticketing machines and the AirTrain Newark fee will be included - one ticket does
it all.
AirTrain is free for on-airport travel and makes frequent stops around the airport including airline
terminals, parking lots, hotel shuttle areas and rental car facilities. Payment is made at Airport Station to
enter or exit the system. Take AirTrain to Airport Station to connect to NJ TRANSIT and Amtrak.
If you’re departing from NYC Penn Station or Newark, take NJ TRANSIT or Amtrak to Newark Liberty
International Airport Station. It takes about five minutes to get from AirTrain to the train platforms and
between seven and 11 minutes to get to your terminal, depending on the terminal.
These detailed maps can help you find your way.
Download a printable map of AirTrain Newark.
Download a printable map of regional rail connections.
Here are a few tips to assist you in your travels.
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AirTrain Schedules
AirTrain arrives and departs every three minutes from 5 a.m. to midnight and approximately every 15
minutes between midnight and 5 a.m. On Sundays, the train arrives and departs approximately every 15
minutes from midnight to 7 a.m. Nighttime operation is a shuttle service which requires transfer of trains.
Shuttles generally run Airport Station to P4, P4 to Terminal A and Terminal A to P1. For more information,
see AirTrain Newark Map.
Travel Times to Passenger Terminals
Travel times from Newark Liberty International Airport Station to passenger terminals vary.
Terminal C - 7 min.
Terminal B - 9 min.
Terminal A - 11 min.
For terminal-to-terminal transfers to catch connecting flights, please allow sufficient time to go through
security checks at the next terminal.
Travel Times to Popular Destinations
Travel times vary. Listed below are approximate times:
Via NJ TRANSIT
New York Penn Station: 30 min.
Newark Penn Station: 15 min.
Via PATH/NJ TRANSIT
33 Street, NYC: 60 min.
World Trade Center, NYC: 40 min.
NJ TRANSIT
On weekdays, between 6 a.m. and 9 p.m., at least six NJ TRANSIT trains arrive every hour at the airport
station. Between 9 p.m. and midnight, four trains arrive every hour.
Click here for specific fare and schedule information.
Amtrak
Amtrak service on the Northeast Corridor runs approximately every hour between the Airport Station, New
York City and Philadelphia. Amtrak also runs hourly service to New York City with some trains continuing
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to or originating from Boston, Massachusetts, providing service to Stamford and New Haven, Connecticut
and intermediate points.
Click here for specific fare and schedule information.
PATH
PATH service runs frequently during most hours every day, but run at a reduced frequency during certain
hours of the day. Passengers can connect with PATH at Newark Penn Station
Taxi, Car and Van Service
SAFETY TIP: Ignore offers of transportation from solicitors in the terminal. Soliciting of ground
transportation is illegal and many illegal solicitors are unlicensed and uninsured. To obtain ground
transportation information, please visit the Port Authority Welcome Center located in the arrivals area of
each terminal, where uniformed staff will be happy to assist you. Ignore non-uniformed people offering to
assist with baggage. Seek out uniformed porters or airline employees for baggage assistance..
Newark Liberty Taxi Information:
Sample Fares from Newark Liberty International Airport:
These sample approximate fares do not include tolls and tips.
Conveying one or more passengers (in the same group) to any point in any municipality in New Jersey or
other than those specified as special areas.
Trip
Fare Range
To New York City/Manhattan
Battery - W 23rd St.
W 24th St. - W 58th St.
W 59th St. - W 96th St.
W 97th St. - W 185th St.
Above W 185th St.
$50
$55
$60
$65
$70
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Group Ride Rates (depending on the number of passengers): LaGuardia fares range from $26 to $42,
JFK International fares range from $34 to $48. Battery Park to 34th Street in Manhattan - fares range
from $18 to $26 (depending on Manhattan zone).
* There is an additional $5 charge for all destinations on the East Side of Manhattan between Battery
Park and 185th St.
Car and van service is also available at Newark Liberty.
Reservations for shared-ride van and private car services can be made at the Port Authority Welcome
Center located on the Arrivals level of each terminal. If the center is closed, there is a convenient selfservice kiosk nearby where you can contact authorized shared-ride or private car services.
Between EWR and Manhattan
Contact Information
Carmel Super Saver
(800) 924-9954
(212) 666-6666
Dial 7 Car & Limo Service
(800) 222- 9888
(212) 777-7777
Super Shuttle Manhattan
(800) 258-3826
(212) 258-3826
Airlink New York
(877) 599-8200
(212) 812-9000
All County Express
(800) 914-4223
(516) 285-1300
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Hotels near the New York City Experience Center
Crowne Plaza Times Square
Estimated Distance:
Estimated Walking Time:
0.81 miles
15 minutes
1605 Broadway
New York City, NY 10019
+1 (212) 977-4000
Website: www.crowneplaza.com
Fairfield Inn & Suites New York Midtown
Estimated Distance:
Estimated Walking Time:
0.4 miles
1 minute
21 West 37th Street
New York, NY 10018
+1 (212) 730-6660
Website:
http://www.marriott.com/hotels/travel/nycps-fairfield-inn-and-suites-newyork-midtown-manhattan-penn-station/
Courtyard New York Manhattan/Herald Square
Estimated Distance:
Estimated Walking Time:
0.26 miles
8 minutes
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71 West 35 St
New York, NY 10001
+1 917-701-4643
Website:
http://www.marriott.com/NYCMS
Affinia Manhattan
Estimated Distance:
Estimated Walking Time:
th
371 7 Ave
New York, NY 10001
+1 (212) 563-1800
Website:
http://www.affinia.com
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Hotels near the New York City Experience Center
New York Marriott Marquis
Estimated Distance:
Estimated Walking Time:
0.67 miles
16 minutes
1535 Broadway
New York, NY 10036
+1 (212) 398-1900
Website:
http://www.marriott.com/nycmq
Eventi
Estimated Distance:
Estimated Walking Time:
0.44 miles
10 minutes
851 Avenue of the Americas
New York, NY 10001
+1 (212) 564-4567
Website:
http://www.eventihotel.com
InterContinental New York Time Square
Estimated Distance:
Estimated Walking Time:
0.60 miles
14 minutes
th
300 W 44 St.
New York, NY 10036
+1 (212) 803-4500
Website:
http://www.interconny.com
W New York- Time Square
Estimated Distance:
Estimated Walking Time:
0.70 miles
16 minutes
1567 Broadway
New York, NY 10036
+1 (212) 930-7400
Website:
http://www.starwoodhotels.com/whotels/wtimesquare
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Restaurants near the New York City Experience Center
Uncle Jack’s Steakhouse
Estimated Distance:
Estimated Walking Time:
0.31 miles
7 minutes
440 9th Avenue
New York, NY 10001
(212) 244-0005
Website: http://www.unclejacks.com
The place to meet, eat and enjoy the finer things in life. Specializing in 21 day dry aged USDA
Prime meats, Kobe beef, Australian lobster tails and offering a wide array of seafood and wines.
Join us for our old world charm and impeccable service.
Lugo Caffe
Located in One Penn Plaza
New York, Ny 10119
+1 (212) 760-2700
Website: http://www.lugocaffe.com/
Infatuated by all things Italian—but especially the men’s-shirts shops called camicerie—the
owners of Lugo Menswear in Nolita have expanded their brand (“Lugo Tailored Lifestyle”) with an
Italian restaurant opposite Madison Square Garden. Selections include fried artichokes with
lemon aïoli and cavatelli with homemade sausage and wild mushrooms, plus such steakhouse
vestiges as the New York strip and a $40 porterhouse “Fiorentina." Italian wines are available by
the glass and the half or full bottle, and—surprise!—the staff has been outfitted in shirts and ties
from Lugo’s collection
Seven
Estimated Distance:
Estimated Walking Time:
0.31 miles
7 minutes
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350 7 Avenue
New York, NY 10119
+1 (212) 967-1919
Website: http://www.sevenbarandgrill.com/
Seven is rare find in the neighborhood, located in the heart on Manhattan. Located steps away
One Penn Plaza Offering a modern twist to classical dishes, warm hospitality & personalized
service.
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Restaurants near the New York Experience Center
Stout NYC
Estimated Distance:
Estimated Walking Time:
0.21 miles
5 minutes
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133 W 33 St
New York, NY 10003
+1 (212) 629-6191
Website: http://www.stoutnyc.com
Just steps away One Penn Plaza Stout is one of New York’s premier pub destinations. With an
extensive menu, over 25 beers on tap and a worldwide selection of more than 150 by the Bottle.
Tir Na Nog Penn Station
Estimated Distance:
Estimated Time:
0.2 miles
1 minute
5 Penn Plaza
New York, NY 10001
+1 (212) 630-0249
Website: http://www.tirnanognyc.com
Step out of your hotel and enter a small piece of Ireland with a warm irish welcome, complete with
authentic memorabilia and detailed décor. Tir Na No’s extensive beer and wine list has something
for ass tastes as does the scotch and Irish whisky list. An irish inspired menu has a lot to offer
with comfort foods like roast chicken, shepherd’s pie and fish and chips.
Blue Fin
Estimated Distance:
Estimated Time:
1.4 miles
3 minutes
1567 Broadway St.
New York, NY 10036
+1 (212) 918-1400
Website: http://www.bluefinnyc.com
The crown jewel of the Times Square restaurant scene, Blue Fin is a destination for seafood and
sushi in New York City. Blue Fin;s dramatic design elements by the world famous designer Yabu
Pushelburg, notably the glass-enclosed bar at street level, make it the best destination for peoplewatching in New York.
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Entertainment near the NYC EEC
Times Square
Estimated Distance:
Estimated Walking Time:
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0.50 miles
12 minute
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W. 40 to W. 53 (between sixth and eighth aves)
New York, NY 10119
There’s no better place to experience the excitement of
New York than Times Square. Surrounded by neon
lights, giant billboards, Broadway theaters, electronic
ticker tape and television studios.
Lucky Strike Bowling
Estimated Distance:
Estimated Time:
1.2 miles
6 minutes
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660 W 42 St
New York, NY 10036
+1 (646) 829-0170
Website: http://www.bowlluckystrike.com
Lucky Strike is a unique entertainment bar & restaurant
that features bowling lanes wrapped in a stimulating atmosphere of art, music and an energetic
crowd.
Gotham Comedy Club
Estimated Distance:
Estimated Walking Time:
0.6 miles
12 minutes
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208 W. 23 St.
New York, NY 10011
+1 (212) 367-9000
Website: http://gothamcomedyclub.comThis famous nightspot features
top headliners and up-and-coming comics. The club’s monthly showcases have highlighted
everything from Asian and gay performers to kid comics. USA Today calls it “one of the top 10
best places to watch stand-up comedy in the country.”
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Tourist Attractions by the New York Experience Center
These are just a few of the many tourist attractions in New York City:
Empire State Building
Estimated Distance:
Estimated Walking Time:
0.45 miles
10 minutes
350 Fifth Avenue
New York City, NY 10118
+1 (212) 736-3100
Website: http://www.esbnyc.com
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One of the most famous and storied buildings in the world boasts an 86 -floor observatory with
spectacular views of New York City and beyond.
The Metropolitan Museum of Art
Estimated Distance:
Estimated Time:
3.44 miles
10 minutes
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1000 5 Ave
New York, NY 10028
+1 (212) 535-7710
Website: www.metmuseum.org
The Metropolitan Museum of Art is the largest art museum in the United States, and one of the
ten largest in the world, with the most significant art collections.
City Sights NY
Estimated Distance:
Estimated Time:
21 miles
28 minutes
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234 W 42 St.
New York, NY 10018
+1 (212) 812-2700
Website: www.citysightsny.com
Hop-on Hop-off bus tours are operated on a fleet of new double-decker buses designed with topdeck-only seating to provide you with the best possible views of New York Attractions,
neighborhoods and places of interest. It’s the best way to travel New York City
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Floor Plan of the New York City Experience Center
Broadway
RPX418
Tribeca
OTX300
Times Square
Internal Employee Area
Grand Central
Elevator
Lobby
Wall Street
Custom
Solutions
Network
Liberty
Reception
Coffee
Bar
Welcome
Theater
Rooms at the NYC Experience Center
1. Experience Center Reception and Lobby
2. Welcome Theater: Tour Room
3. Greenwich Solutions Room: Tour Room
4. Central Park Partner Integration Room: Tour Room
5. Empire Innovations Room: Tour Room
6. Liberty : HDX Conference Room (14 person capacity)
7.
Wall Street: HDX Conference Room (12 person capacity)
8.
Grand Central: HDX Conference Room (14 person capacity)
9. Holland: Focus Room (1 person capacity)
10. George Washington: Focus Room (1 person capacity)
11. Brooklyn: Focus Room (1 person capacity)
12. Lincoln: Focus Room (1 person capacity)
13. Tribeca: OTX300 (6 person capacity)
14. Broadway: IS321 (20 person capacity)
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Greenwich
Solutions Room
Central Park
Partner
Integration
Room
Empire
Innovations
Room
Customer
Lounge