New York Roadside Attractions

Paul's Daughter in Coney Island New York with an A&W Burger Family (A&W Root Beer Family) on the roof.

Paul’s Daughter A&W Burger Family Statues at Coney Island

March 20, 2021 by Val

Paul’s Daughter is one of the oldest restaurants on the Coney Island boardwalk. It’s known for cold beer, clam strips, lobster rolls…and the fiberglass mama and papa A&W Burger Family statues on their roof. About Paul’s Daughter The popular spot in Brooklyn has been serving up food and drinks to park visitors since 1962, when … Read more

The best New York roadside attractions to visit on a New York road trip. Add these roadside oddities to your travel bucket list, itinerary, or route map!

The 15 Best New York Roadside Attractions

December 26, 2021June 28, 2020 by Val

Are you planning a New York road trip and want to find all the best New York roadside attractions along your route? Whether you’re driving across the state, traversing one of the state’s many scenic byways, or taking a Big Apple New York City vacation, you won’t want to miss these fifteen must-see places to … Read more

Ralph Kramden Statue of Jackie Gleason from the Honeymooners at the New York City Port Authority Bus Terminal

Ralph Kramden Statue at the New York City Port Authority Bus Terminal

July 5, 2020March 21, 2020 by Val

At the Port Authority Bus Terminal in New York City, you’ll find a bronze monument to one of New York’s most famous TV bus drivers. The Ralph Kramden statue of Jackie Gleason from the Honeymooners can be found at the southwest corner of the terminal, near the 40th Street and 8th Avenue entrance, and has … Read more

Parachute Jump at Coney Island in Brooklyn, New York

July 3, 2019July 2, 2012 by Val

Once upon a time, in the 1940s, you could stand atop this 262 foot-tall metal Parachute Jump and parachute your way down. Defunct since 1968, you can still view the tower at Coney Island in Brooklyn, New York, and stand there wondering if you could take the plunge yourself. (And if you’re wondering if I’d … Read more

Giant sewing needle threading a button in New York City.

July 5, 2020April 16, 2012 by Val

The Fashion Center kiosk at Seventh Avenue and 39th Street in New York City features a humomgous sewing needle threading what is certainly the world’s largest button. This giant sewing needle threading a button serves as a homage to the city’s fashion industry was designed in the 1990s by Pentagram Architectural Services. Standing tall at … Read more

Competitive eaters eat at Coney Island in the Nathan's Famous hot dog eating contest every Fourth of July

Ultimate Guide to the July 4th Coney Island Hot Dog Eating Contest

July 4, 2019July 1, 2010 by Val

It’s become as essential to the Fourth of July as flags waving, parades, watermelon, and fireworks: The Nathan’s Famous Hot Dog Eating Contest at Coney Island. Every July 4 the best of the best competitive eaters gather together to go bun to bun in the ultimate gurgitory competition. Thousands of people gather at Coney Island … Read more

Hello Kitty Statues at the Lever House Art Collection in New York City.

Hello Kitty Statues in New York City

March 11, 2020September 2, 2009 by Val

My number one travel rule (OK, general rule of life) is to always have a camera on hand. Always. Granted I am a little obsessed with taking photos and capturing moments and capturing everything I see. But you just don’t ever want to be caught without one when you really want/need/have to have one.

Flying from Seattle to New York - view of the mountain from the plane.

Flying from Seattle to New York – 2009 Crazy Stupid Vacation

November 15, 2018July 3, 2009 by Val

I spent my day traveling. Two busses to the Seattle/Tacoma airport. Shuttle to my gate. Delayed plane to New York. And finally a cab from JFK to Manhattan. I’m a bit screwed up on time zones but the fact that my hotel is pretty posh (thank YOU Priceline name your own price)and a giant brisket … Read more

Alice in Wonderland Statue in Central Park

July 5, 2020August 14, 2008 by Val

If I had a world of my own, everything would be nonsense. Nothing would be what it is, because everything would be what it isn’t. And contrary wise, what is, it wouldn’t be. And what it wouldn’t be, it would. You see?— Alice in Wonderland America is filled with so many silly wonders. I love … Read more

Astroland with an A&W Happy Family at Coney Island in New York

September 8, 2020July 16, 2008 by Val

Astroland with an A&W Happy Family at Coney Island in New York. Check out another A&W Happy Family in Rolla, Missouri and learn more about Athis type of roadside attration Site: Astroland Location: Coney Island, New York Date:July 4, 2008