Definitely check out Long Island City if you get a chance. Take the #7 train from Times Sq. or Grand Central to the first stop in Queens (Jackson Ave). Walk to the water (if you are unsure which way, look for the only two highrise buildings and walk towards them). There is probably no better spot to photograph the UN than from here. Also very good views the Empire State and Chrysler.
For the Met Life building, I highly recommend walking north on Park Ave. towards the building, taking pictures every several blocks (and do the same walking south). You will get some amazing (and varied) perspectives.
Another possibility is to take the Water Ferry around from stop to stop (the ferry operates in both East and Hudson rivers).
Finally, if you are on the adventurous side, you can go to the west-side "El" train. It is an old elevated train line that no longer operates, but still stands in Chelsea (around 10th ave from about 14th street to 30th). There are still a few stairways up at various points -- I think there is one around 16th street). You will get some stunning and rare views from up there. A word of caution, however, because I do not believe it is technically open to the public (although people do go up there often, and I have never had a problem).....
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Definitely check out Long Island City if you get a chance. Take the #7 train from Times Sq. or Grand Central to the first stop in Queens (Jackson Ave). Walk to the water (if you are unsure which way, look for the only two highrise buildings and walk towards them). There is probably no better spot to photograph the UN than from here. Also very good views the Empire State and Chrysler.
For the Met Life building, I highly recommend walking north on Park Ave. towards the building, taking pictures every several blocks (and do the same walking south). You will get some amazing (and varied) perspectives.
Another possibility is to take the Water Ferry around from stop to stop (the ferry operates in both East and Hudson rivers).
Finally, if you are on the adventurous side, you can go to the west-side "El" train. It is an old elevated train line that no longer operates, but still stands in Chelsea (around 10th ave from about 14th street to 30th). There are still a few stairways up at various points -- I think there is one around 16th street). You will get some stunning and rare views from up there. A word of caution, however, because I do not believe it is technically open to the public (although people do go up there often, and I have never had a problem).....
Hope this helps and enjoy your trip!