New York

Travel Guide

New York
Downtown Brooklyn which includes heritage elements and a bridge
New York
Brooklyn Bridge Park which includes a river or creek, a city and a sunset
The Oculus which includes interior views as well as a small group of people

New York Travel Guide Video

One of the world’s most exciting cities positively shines with shopping, shows, museums, sports, and the beautiful and spacious Central Park.

Come to New York City, famous worldwide as a sophisticated center of arts, entertainment and much, much more.

Stroll, skate or jog on the 58 miles (93 kilometers) of Central Park, with a lake, skating rinks, a zoo, statues and numerous playgrounds. Visit the American Museum of Natural History on its western border and Metropolitan Museum of Art on the eastern side.

Walk south to the Museum of Modern Art (MoMA) and Radio City Music Hall, where the Rockettes put on high-kicking dance performances. In winter, skate beneath the statue of Atlas in front of Rockefeller Center. Take a fast elevator to the top of the Empire State Building for city views. Shop or window-shop at Fifth Avenue boutiques and major luxury stores.

See a new or long-running musical or play on Broadway, which is not just an avenue, but the entire Theater District of more than 40 theaters. Entertainment continues in Off-Broadway and Off-Off-Broadway theaters as well as comedy clubs and jazz and piano bars. Walk around Times Square, glowing with neon lights and filled with visitors day and night.

If you’re more interested in sports, catch the Yankees or Mets playing baseball, the Giants or Jets playing football or the Islanders or Rangers playing hockey. Yankee Stadium, Madison Square Garden and other venues also host concerts and other events.

In the Meatpacking District, climb to the High Line Park, an elevated former train track lined with statues and plants. Farther south, visit the National September 11 Memorial, honoring heroes and victims of the 2001 terrorist attack. The One World Observatory tops the 1,776-foot (541-meter) tall One World Trade Center, built where the twin towers of the World Trade Center complex formerly stood.

Take a harbor tour on the Hudson River to see the Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island, where over 12 million immigrants were welcomed to New York City to start new lives in the United States.

Where to stay in New York

Wall Street which includes heritage architecture, street scenes and a city

Manhattan

4.5/5(3,032 area reviews)

Densely populated and culturally rich, this area boasts iconic attractions like Times Square, Central Park, and Grand Central Terminal. Explore diverse neighborhoods, such as bustling Chinatown and vibrant Koreatown, while enjoying world-class shopping on Fifth Avenue.

Manhattan
Midtown featuring a bay or harbor, a sunset and a city

Midtown

4.5/5(445 area reviews)

Central portion of NYC, Midtown Manhattan boasts iconic landmarks like the Empire State Building and Times Square. Explore Broadway, Koreatown, and enjoy easy access to major transportation hubs like Grand Central Terminal.

Midtown
Corona which includes a sporting event

Queens

3.5/5(395 area reviews)

Largest NYC borough, Queens boasts linguistic diversity and a varied economy. Explore Flushing Meadows–Corona Park, catch a game at Citi Field, or attend the U.S. Open at the USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center.

Queens
New York featuring a city, signage and a high rise building

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
The High Line Park featuring a city, a garden and street scenes

Chelsea

4/5(161 area reviews)

Primarily residential with a thriving art scene, this area boasts over 200 galleries, the High Line park, and Chelsea Market for food lovers. Easily accessible via multiple subway lines and bus routes.

Chelsea
SoHo - Tribeca which includes a city

SoHo

4.5/5(18 area reviews)

Discover cast-iron architecture in the SoHo-Cast Iron Historic District, and shop at trendy boutiques and chain outlets along Broadway, Prince, and Spring Streets. Easily accessible via multiple subway lines and bus routes.

SoHo
The Manhattan at Times Square
The Manhattan at Times Square
4 out of 5
790 7th Ave, New York, NY
The price is CA $142 per night from Jul 6 to Jul 7
CA $142
CA $233 total
Jul 6 - Jul 7
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in New York. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), a 24-hour fitness center, and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful ...
5.6/10 (4,376 reviews)
"The location and staff are incredible!"

Reviewed on Jul. 3, 2025

The Manhattan at Times Square
Hyatt Grand Central New York
Hyatt Grand Central New York
4 out of 5
109 East 42nd Street, at Grand Central Terminal, New York, NY
The price is CA $257 per night from Jul 6 to Jul 7
CA $257
CA $362 total
Jul 6 - Jul 7
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in New York. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful ...
8/10 Very Good! (5,501 reviews)
"Great location. Room basic but clean. Staff friendly."

Reviewed on Jul. 4, 2025

Hyatt Grand Central New York
Lotte New York Palace
Lotte New York Palace
4.5 out of 5
455 Madison Ave, New York, NY
The price is CA $598 per night from Jul 7 to Jul 8
CA $598
CA $730 total
Jul 7 - Jul 8
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in New York. Enjoy a full-service spa, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,519 reviews)
"Nice experience. Only thing was the beds are actually full and not queen. Coming from Texas it was an adjustment"

Reviewed on Jul. 2, 2025

Lotte New York Palace
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Radio City Apartments
Radio City Apartments
3.5 out of 5
142 West 49th Street, New York, NY
Stay at this 3.5-star aparthotel in New York. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour front desk, and a business center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (4,424 reviews)
"Really pleased - very reasonable price for the cleanliness and location. Will definitely stay again and recommend to others."

Reviewed on Jul. 2, 2025

Radio City Apartments
31 Street Broadway Hotel
31 Street Broadway Hotel
2 out of 5
38 West 31st Street, New York, NY
Stay at this aparthotel in New York. Enjoy room service, WiFi (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the clean rooms and the overall value ...
5.4/10 (1,073 reviews)
"It’s a dive, with very cheap sheets and towels, and the beds didn’t match the description so we had to share beds (but they wouldn’t do anything about it because “the same number of people could sleep”), and the halls smelled weird, the elevators were overcrowded, and the floor was quite slanted… ..."

Reviewed on Jun. 25, 2025

31 Street Broadway Hotel
Starlight Hotel
Starlight Hotel
2.5 out of 5
40-40 College Point Blvd, Flushing, NY
Stay at this aparthotel in Flushing. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our ...
8/10 Very Good! (558 reviews)
"Close to Target and LaGuardia Airport. The bus took 20 minutes. Cool room during a hot summer."

Reviewed on Jul. 1, 2025

Starlight Hotel
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Reviews of New York

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4/5 - Good

Verified traveller

Definitely have been eager to visit New York for a long time. Overall, the trip was really fun as we went to different sites, shopped along time square, and ate at a lot of great restaurants.

4/5 - Good

Verified traveller

As we were going I to the COVID-19 period the city was u see a social distancing request. It was nice to have NYC quiet however different than the norm.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

We took the Staten Island Ferry which we took so we could get close pictures of the Statue of Liberty.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

Love NYC. We visit every year.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

Though this pandemic Corina virus and all major shopping and restaurants are locked down , there still a lot a good clean and amazing cafe Frame The best gourmet food in the neighborhood. and it’s fresh, it has excellent freKorean hot food to order.

5/5 - Excellent

Melinda

I love it and will be back

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