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Get a look at some of nature's most wild creatures in the middle of the Concrete Jungle and explore the attractions at the Central Park Zoo. The zoo provides habitats for animals like lemurs, snow leopards, peacocks, and polar bears. While visiting with the kids, be sure to explore the special area of the zoo made just for them, the Tisch Children's Zoo.

The New York Mets is a Major League Baseball team based in the borough of Queens in NYC. Since the sports team began playing in 1962, they have won five East Division titles, four National League pennants and two World Series titles. Richie Ashburn, Yogi Berra, Rickey Henderson, Willie Mays, Eddie Murray, Nolan Ryan, Tom Seaver, Duke Snider, Warren Spahn and Casey Stengel have all been inducted into the Hall of Fame.

Enjoy a Middle Eastern escape in the middle of the city at Le Souk Harem. You'll be whisked away by exotic décor and elements like authentic hookahs, paired with French-Moroccan food and sumptuous cocktails. Dress to impress to experience this one of a kind nightlife destination.

Visit the Ellis Island Museum to see if any of your ancestors can be found on the "Wall of Honor," a partial list of the immigrants who entered the country through the island. Other exhibits include: Hearing Room, Peak Immigration Years, the Peopling of America, Restoring a Landmark, Silent Voices, Treasures from Home and Ellis Island Chronicles.