Things To Do
New York University Tandon School of Engineering
This is where Hope spent her nerdy years studying Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering. š¤āļø Take a stroll and relax at MetroTech Center.
Junior's Restaurant & Bakery
This is Obamaās and Hopeās favorite cheesecake spot. The legendary Juniorās New York Cheesecake started right here! It was Hopeās go-to stress relief during exam season. Donāt miss the red velvet cheesecake. Yum! š°
City Point BKLYN
Got to the venue early? No worries! Youāll find a variety of shops and restaurants underground. Be sure to check out McNally Jackson š and grab lunch at Han Dynastyš„”š„¢.
Brooklyn Bridge Park
The BEST spot for skyline views at any time of day! Treat yourself to ice cream š§ at the Brooklyn Ice Cream Factory and pizzaš from Julianaās. There may be a long wait, but the memories will last forever. Donāt forget to snap photos in DUMBO and on the Brooklyn Bridge!
Barclays Center
In the mood for a concert or a sports game? Check out the Barclays Center schedule! This is where one of Hopeās graduation commencementsš©š»āš took place, and where she saw Avicii live š§ and even touched Ariana Grandeās š¤ hand!
Peter Luger Steak House
This is probably the restaurant Hope visited most often in NYC (over 15 times)! Hope and Lester also celebrated Lesterās 2025 & 2026 birthday here. If youāre a meat lover, youāll find the best steak of your life here. Donāt miss it! š„©Please! Reservations are recommended, so be sure to book ahead!