New York Public Library

Since Ghostbusters debuted in 1984, no visit to New York has been complete without a glimpse of the imposing stone lions that flank the entrance to the New York Public Library at Bryant Park. While it’s unlikely that you’ll be chased out the door by a reticent spirit a la Bill Murray and Dan Aykroyd, the landmark Beaux-Arts building is still an exciting sight, and hosts frequent author talks, workshops, and classes, as well as free rotating exhibitions of photography, art, and more throughout the year.