Things To Do in East Side, New York

Activities, attractions and tours
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East Side Attractions

Let Expedia help you experience the best that East Side has to offer! If you’re looking for fun itinerary ideas, we can provide you with a list of the top sightseeing attractions, as well as helping you to find unmissable activities. Whether you’re travelling with your family, planning a romantic trip with your loved one, or visiting on business, we’ll make it easy to plan an unforgettable holiday that checks all the boxes.

Activities and Tours

East Side is crammed with must-see places to visit and things to do. We can help you decide where to stay, and make it a breeze to explore the surrounding areas with our guides on where to go, what to see and when to see it. No matter how long your stay, it’s easy to find places of interest in East Side to make sure that you enjoy your experience to the fullest and don’t miss a thing. Leave the local knowledge to us and leave the hassle behind.

If you’re planning a visit, why not check out our handy guides to places of interest in the area? You can browse lists of things to do, learn about the most popular attractions, and get help with planning the details of your trip. Expedia makes it easy for you to check out all the top sights.

East Side Attractions

Expedia has something for everyone, so whether you’re planning to get active on a summer holiday, put a spring in your step with a romantic rendezvous, or pamper yourself with a leisurely winter trip, you’ll find plenty of attractions to keep you entertained. In addition to scheduling local tours, booking reservations and scoring advance event tickets, Expedia makes it easy to book your flight, hotel and rental car in advance, all on one consolidated travel itinerary, making for hassle-free travel and freeing you up to explore the sights of East Side.

Looking for things to do can be time consuming, but we can take the hassle out of planning your holiday. Whether you’re looking to get active in the great outdoors, sample the cuisine or catch up with the vibrant local culture, our guides to East Side attractions ensure that you’ll have a successful trip, whatever the season.


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Manhattan

4.5/5(3,032 area reviews)

Central Park and Manhattan Cruise Terminal are a few top attractions in Manhattan. Hop around the city on the metro at 81 St. - Museum of Natural History Station or 86 St. Station (Central Park West) and check out the area's fascinating museums, important monuments, and soaring skyscrapers.

Manhattan
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Midtown

4.5/5(445 area reviews)

Times Square and Broadway are a few top attractions in Midtown. Hop around the city on the metro at 42 St. - Bryant Pk. Station or Times Sq. - 42 St. Station and check out the area's fascinating museums, soaring skyscrapers, and acclaimed art galleries.

Midtown
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Central New York City

Known for its soaring skyscrapers and eye-catching views, there's plenty to explore in Central New York City. Check out top attractions like Broadway and Times Square, and jump on the metro at 49th St. Station or 50 St. Station (Broadway) to see more of the city.

Central New York City
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Greenwich Village

4.5/5(31 area reviews)

Travelers choose Greenwich Village for its abundant dining options. Hop aboard the metro at Christopher St. - Sheridan Sq. Station or W 4 St. Station and check out top sights like 5th Avenue.

Greenwich Village
Grand Central Terminal

Midtown East

4.5/5(723 area reviews)

Travelers love Midtown East for its popular shops, and you can see more of New York by jumping on the metro at 5 Av.-53 St. Station or 51 St. Station. You might spend time checking out top sights like Grand Central Terminal and 5th Avenue.

Midtown East
Central Park showing skyline, a garden and a city

Uptown

5/5(1 area review)

While you're in Uptown, take in top sights like Central Park or Metropolitan Museum of Art, and hop on the metro to see more the city at 81 St. - Museum of Natural History Station or 77 St. Station (Lexington Av.).

Uptown

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