It's a testament to Queens' long lack of cool that Long Island City remained undeveloped for decades. Now it has masses of new high-rise condominiums lining the riverfront with fantastic views of Manhattan. The area has also become a hub of art museums. PS 1 Contemporary Art Center is dedicated solely to new, cutting-edge works. On Saturdays from early July through September, the center's outdoor courtyard is transformed into an installation art space and crammed with the highest concentration of hipsters this side of the Mississippi. If the weather is pleasant, don't miss the waterside Socrates Sculpture Park , with its outdoor exhibits of massive, climbable sculptures by greats including Mark di Suvero, who founded the space.
