Queens, New York City: Where to Go in Your Luxury Car Rental!

Located just across the East River from midtown Manhattan, Queens is very rich in cultural attractions that include many world-renowned museums and art galleries. It also has numerous historic sites and over 7,000 acres of parks to enjoy! Join the 2.2 million residents that Queens home and discover the uniqueness that Queens can offer your ride in that special luxury car rental!

History of Queens:

Queens County was born in 1683 and is now made up of many different communities including Jamaica, Flushing, Long Island City, Astoria, Jackson Heights, the Rockaways, and over twenty more! The village of Jamaica is located in the center of Queens and early on became the colonial capital and home to Rufus King, the founding father. Thousands of people from Guyana, El Salvador, India, Columbia, and the Dominican Republic now call the neighborhood of Jamaica home. Visit Queens for great retail shops, fabulous ethnic food, and interesting historic landmarks! It is a great stop for variety and fun in your luxury car rental.

Attractions in Queens:

• Queens Botanical Gardens - If plants are your passion, you must drive your luxury car rental to the Queens Botanical Gardens! With many different workshops for plant lovers of all ages, the Gardens are a great place to enjoy exquisite gardening and landscaping in a breathtaking atmosphere. Visit www.queensbotanical.org for additional information, rates, and workshop offerings.

• MoMA QNS - The Museum of Modern Art has fabulous exhibits and collections from artists around the world. There are thousands of beautiful pieces to view and contemplate, and the architecture of this building will leave you just as amazed! The MoMA also has a great caf and gift shop to explore. Visit www.moma.org for more information!

• Shea Stadium - Come explore the home of the New York Mets baseball club! Located on Roosevelt Avenue in Flushing, Queens, Shea Stadium is a great place to catch a special event, concert, or New York Mets baseball game! For more information or to purchase tickets, call (718) 507-METS.

• New York Hall of Science - Come visit New York City's only hands-on science and technology center in your luxury car rental! There are over 225 interactive exhibits that include such topics as Marvelous Molecules, What About AIDS?, Hidden Kingdoms, Sound Sensations, and the Science Playground. Visit www.nyscience.org/nyhs-exhibits/exhibits.html.

Where to Eat in Queens:

• Cascon Cheesecake - Stop in for a slice or two of New York's Finest Cheesecake - you have to have some before you leave the city! There is also a variety of other products available including a selection of sugar free products. (718) 767-5700 or visit www.casconcheesecake.com.

• Mezzo-Mezzo - Drive in your luxury car rental and stop in for some authentic Greek food and beautiful dcor that will make you feel like you are eating in the heart of Greece! Enjoy traditional Greek specialties and fresh fish daily. (718) 278-0444 or visit www.mezzomezzony.com.

• Pinocchio Palace - With a combination of Italian and Greek home cooked specialties, visit this great Mediterranean restaurant for fresh seafood and delicious brick oven pizza. This landmark restaurant leaves you full and very satisfied! (718) 932-4976 or visit www.newsday.com/pinocchio.

• Dazies Restaurant - If you desire fine dining that combines Italian and Continental cuisine in an innovative atmosphere, visit Dazies to avoid disappointment! This restaurant has great value and very generous portions. Try signature dishes such as the Stuffed Veal Chops or the Lobster Ravioli with Vodka sauce. (718) 786-7013.

Special Events in Queens:

There are hundreds of events going on in Queens, and there is guaranteed to be something happening during your visit! For an up-to-date list of special events by month, please visit www.discoverqueens.info and click on Special Events!