Where would be the best pace to park

Options to park on street and several garages nearby

Driving in NYC is useless. The subway is excellent and you can walk all over the city. Traffic is horrendous, parking is scarce and expensive, and most places don't have garages.

Garage parking and street parking are both great options!

Not sure. There's street parking. You may be able to park in a lot, but keep in mind that NYC Parking lots charge by the 1/2 hour to an hour & it can be expensive. Google parking in the area