Submitted by keefhernandz t3_11764jv in nyc
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Disused_Yeti t1_j9ach0a wrote
mustn’t have worked if they got rid of the book
keefhernandz OP t1_j9afml3 wrote
Pretty sure there are several reasons a person would donate a book.
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keefhernandz OP t1_j9agc5r wrote
Had to backtrack and reframe my response! I would say it's a matter of preference. I don't think the list is in any particular order. I find museums, certain parks and anywhere near the water to be the best places for peace and/or quiet. Beaches during the off season, the Cloisters, The Met or AMNH, etc.
tehdiplomat t1_j9ai63d wrote
The sequel "places to find peace and quiet with small children" is just a self addressed postcard that says "when you find out please let me know"
archfapper t1_j9ajwbe wrote
horn-honking intensifies
hellothere42069 t1_j9an9u7 wrote
There’s an equal amount of proof it did work perfectly and now they don’t need the book.
keefhernandz OP t1_j9ao5v3 wrote
As a father this is 100% accurate
mapoftasmania t1_j9ap6fx wrote
Go to one of the less popular exhibits at The Met and you will find tranquility. AMNH is too busy.
And there is always the NY Public Library reading room.
keefhernandz OP t1_j9apjy7 wrote
Good point. Although there are certain pockets of the museum that are less populated than others. I also appreciate being across from Central Park, which can be way too crowded at times, however is large enough that you be certain to find a quiet nook.
willmeyers t1_j9aqjmh wrote
I have this book in my bathroom! Great for flipping open to a random page and reading
yiannistheman t1_j9asrry wrote
Prequel to the more popular edition, '50 Places In NYC That Used To Be Quiet Until Allan Fucked It Up'
Revan_KingInTheNorth t1_j9at989 wrote
My go to: North Woods in Central Park. You feel like you're not in the city, until you get to the Great Hill and are treated with a serene view of the skyline.
Not a lot of foot traffic either.
hereditydrift t1_j9au2vg wrote
Is this one of those gag books that have blank pages?
radek4pl t1_j9ayzo2 wrote
If you're looking for peace and quiet, why live in NYC?
TlGHTSHIRT t1_j9b0854 wrote
Thin book I see
JulesOnFire t1_j9b0hp9 wrote
The hall of musical instruments is supreme tranquility. Plus you can get excerpts of the audio tour for free on your phone using the Met’s website and use it to listen to the instruments.
JulesOnFire t1_j9b17l0 wrote
The NYPL in Bryant Park has a little movie theater that plays a movie about the history of the library on loop. I used to work in midtown and would take naps in there on my lunch break. It was so relaxing with the comfy chairs, low lights, and librarians droning on about Mary Shelly. Highly recommend if you need tranquility.
India_Ink t1_j9b3u60 wrote
I love that room, but didn’t know about the audio tour! Thanks for the tip.
cha614 t1_j9b4xb8 wrote
Post pics
India_Ink t1_j9b5aot wrote
It’s the other way around, dude. When you live in NYC sometimes you need to look for peace and quiet. Do you not live in NYC? Or are you in your early 20’s and just moved here?
arbrady t1_j9b9g0h wrote
It just says “in bed asleep, hopefully”
fauxtoe t1_j9bc3zb wrote
Nah, it just says NJ on the only page
RebootJobs t1_j9bdbqo wrote
Is this a current edition? If not, then the places are probably outdated and overrun by people without manners.
Definitely_wasnt_me t1_j9bic0b wrote
Look at their post history…. At your own risk.
Pandadora86 t1_j9bmqas wrote
I need this book lol
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India_Ink t1_j9br1ph wrote
I shouldn’t respond to someone who is intentionally being a fuckwit on the internet, but I also have poor impulse control. Sorry for feeding the troll.
wrongwaycorrigan t1_j9br7qz wrote
Nobody goes to this part of the Met. I have never seen other people here when I visit.
amstobar t1_j9bt4c9 wrote
I lived i. The East Village for a year. Was still one of the most peaceful years I’ve had. Was in 2005, so not because the pandemic. We all have different motivators.
radek4pl t1_j9bu5hr wrote
I mean it depends on how you define "finding peace". For me it surely ain't living in a concrete jungle with only artifical nature around. To each their own though.
CactusBoyScout t1_j9c1656 wrote
This is why Governors Island would be my top pick. No cars!
CactusBoyScout t1_j9c1c6l wrote
There's a Chinese jade room on the 3rd floor that can only be accessed from the furthest northeast corner of the 2nd floor and there's usually no one there. It's wonderful.
missingwhitegirl t1_j9c6s7k wrote
The Naval Cemetery Landscape is my go to. Such a tranquil little spot.
Nerfgirl_RN t1_j9c76xn wrote
Fine. Keep your secrets….
Mr___Person t1_j9cq087 wrote
I love the Damascus room as well, very peaceful.
Weird-Appointment-53 t1_j9cuqem wrote
So this is basically a book about BS. Ain’t no place in NY that’s quiet. Every bodies always be walking over there.
Infamous_Buy3969 t1_j9cwmcv wrote
Sharing is caring …..
abighairyasshole t1_j9cz0z8 wrote
Peter detmold park
ouiserboudreauxxx t1_j9d07il wrote
That's why this is the 3rd edition. Have to get the most current one to find out the actual quiet places.
Agnia_Barto t1_j9d0d0a wrote
3rd edition because places from the from the first 2 editions are now all CVS
Luke90210 t1_j9d0w7d wrote
The Morgue
The Jeffrey Epstein Center for Human Justice
Citi Field in the post season
Robertm922 t1_j9d43qw wrote
Canon Walk at the Seaport was the best.
keefhernandz OP t1_j9d4k9u wrote
I really do miss the old Seaport.
BushwickNormie t1_j9d5cz9 wrote
how does she do it
keefhernandz OP t1_j9dh1eg wrote
Fire Island as well!
GothWitchOfBrooklyn t1_j9dk4wf wrote
There's a church on John Street in the financial district that has a little sort of gardeny area on each side and I used to go sit there during my lunch when I worked there. It was surprisingly quiet
ImClumZ t1_j9dqms4 wrote
I got lost and ended up here once. Didn't figure out what it was called until today!Never saw anyone either. :')
Cachesystem t1_j9e2qde wrote
Way to expose it. Now they will be filled by noisy people. 😓
brando56894 t1_j9e45c0 wrote
I love how Central Park can give the feeling of being out in the wilderness even though you're in the middle of Manhattan.
speedind3mon t1_j9e8jpv wrote
Nice! I really like The Cloisters as an escape. Not only can one see sublime medieval art but there is also a stunning view of Jersey from Fort Tyron Park. In the Met itself, some of the less popular sections can be peaceful.
Within Central Park, I favor the The Ramble and The Ravine, both of which are less frequented. The North Wood also tends to be sparse of people, particularly on week days — frequently so sparse that pot smokers seem to hide out there.
Last weekend, we went to Jamaica Nature Reserve. It’s a bit far from Manhattan but worth the trip. I’ve never seen so many egrets. The view, on a good day, is stunning — the sky will reveal its vastness here in a way that is obscured in skyscraper-heavy Manhattan. Even in Central Park, one’s view of the heavens is impeded by all the buildings.
I’ve heard that Coney Island during the off season can be quiet. I keep meaning to go in late fall.
eggplantkiller t1_j9f5mza wrote
Walk up to Riverside Park until you hit 181st street. Sit under the Little Red Lighthouse and enjoy one of the best views in the city, imo.
Rarely do people go there. I spent many'a afternoons there with my late dog. The only noise is the muffled noise of the GW Bridge above you, and maybe the occasional boats passing by.
Obligatory post with a pic I made suggesting this on r/nyc a few years back
capybaramelhor t1_j9fb48x wrote
I have one of these too, a different edition :-) it’s very old
slottypippen t1_j9fo2f8 wrote
Oohh I need this
SpiceyPorkFriedRice t1_j9g49mp wrote
My favorite peace and quiet is staying my ass at home lol
keefhernandz OP t1_j9g8ygv wrote
No argument there!
wrongwaycorrigan t1_j9h0tng wrote
You get the feeling like... maybe you aren't supposed to be up there? I love it.
k1lk1 t1_j9aa3o8 wrote
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