Time Out Shortlist New York 2009

In the city that never sleeps, keeping up with the newest skyscrapers, museum makeovers, and celebrity chefs -- let alone unearthing the history hidden around nearly every street corner -- can be challenging. Luckily, Time Out's fearless insiders have done all the heavy lifting. This updated guide profiles the wealth of pleasures of this amazing city: underground gigs, high culture, gay culture; haute hotels and cozy cafes; major events, news, and trends and the people behind them; and much more. Updated fold-out maps make reaching even daunting destinations a snap.