Flea Market Browsing and Hudson River Biking in Hell's Kitchen

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Hell's Kitchen often gets overlooked because of its proximity to the Times Square, which isn't the most relaxing place to spend a weekend afternoon. But if you swing a little bit west of the flashing lights, you'll find a neighborhood full of cozy pubs, comfort food, flea market finds, and scenic bike rides.

It's hard to miss 44 & X (622 Tenth Avenue): the restaurant's bright façade pops against its grittier neighbors. Try their one of their takes on comfort food—like poached eggs with Maryland crab cakes, or hazelnut brioche French toast with raspberry compote.

Delphinium Home (353 West 47th Street) is one of those stores that seems small, but that you can actually get lost in. Stop by the tightly-packed shop and pick up a month's worth of any-occasion gifts—from Jonathan Adler paperweights to whiskey stones.

One of city's original, real-deal bazaars, the Hell's Kitchen Flea Market (West 39th Street between Ninth and Tenth Avenues) put the neighborhood on the retail map. You could spend an entire day here poring over the antique furniture, vintage jewelry, pre-loved handbags, and retro fashions. Pro tip: bargaining is totally on the table.