Title: 10 TOP Things to Do in Elmhurst February 2026 | Expedia.ca [Hotels in Elmhurst](https://expedia.ca/Elmhurst-Hotels.d602297.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Flights to Elmhurst](https://expedia.ca/Cheap-Flights-To-Elmhurst.d602297.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Elmhurst Car Rentals](https://expedia.ca/Car-Rentals-In-Elmhurst.d602297.Car-Rental-Guide)[Elmhurst Vacation Packages](https://expedia.ca/Elmhurst.d602297.Destination-Travel-Guides) # What to do in Elmhurst, NY ## Activities, attractions and tours ## Visit Elmhurst Types of activities [Elmhurst travel guide](https://expedia.ca/Elmhurst.dx602297) ![Elmhurst](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/2621/dbf725c8-e5cc-4760-b4de-8025c1ea9f31.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Elmhurst](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/2621/dbf725c8-e5cc-4760-b4de-8025c1ea9f31.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Queensboro Bridge East River Manhattan Queens Roosevelt Island New York](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/149004/946631a4-0731-4223-b45d-f09a5a655b93.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![While we're not exactly famous for it, New York City does get it's share of fantastic looking sunsets. This was taken in the Queens neighborhood of College Point, looking out over the East River.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/149004/e6f156af-ab24-465a-a7c4-a0f5b42ca1ed.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Elmhurst Attractions Let Expedia help you experience the best that Elmhurst 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 Elmhurst 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 Elmhurst 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. #### Elmhurst 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 Elmhurst. 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 Elmhurst attractions ensure that you’ll have a successful trip, whatever the season. --- - ![find price illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__find_price.svg) ### Explore activities Explore thousands of experiences from activities and attractions to day tours and transfer. - ![calendar shield illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__calendar_shield.svg) ### Book with ease Skip the line- book tickets online in minutes to top attractions with free cancellation on many activities. - ![trophy illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__trophy.svg) ### Treat yourself Members save % or more when you book activities. --- ## Top places to visit ### 1\. Times Square Locals might bemoan Times Square’s touristy hustle and bustle, but the neon wonderland is undeniably New York City's beating heart. Loud and chaotic, the crowded epicenter is one of the world’s most visited and recognizable tourist attractions. [Learn more ](https://www.expedia.ca/Times-Square-Manhattan.d502080.Vacation-Attraction) ![Times Square featuring signage, a skyscraper and city views](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/502080/ba1463c8-9bb1-4699-95b4-495107edd8f3.jpg) ### 2\. Central Park When it comes to film credits, no green space in the world can match New York City's Central Park. “When Harry Met Sally,” “Annie Hall,” “Home Alone 2,” and “Sex and the City: The Movie” all feature scenes shot in Manhattan’s iconic park, which opened in 1857 and is renowned as one of the city’s most precious outdoor areas. [Learn more ](https://www.expedia.ca/Central-Park-Manhattan.d6056463.Vacation-Attraction) ![spring landscape in the Central park, New York, USA](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6056463/218d1975-505c-48d8-beb4-0f420513a376.jpg) ### 3\. Madison Square Garden Midtown Manhattan has one of the world’s most famous indoor arenas: Madison Square Garden (MSG). Watch the NBA New York Knicks, NHL New York Rangers and WNBA New York Liberty or your favorite big-name concert performers at this huge venue. [Learn more ](https://www.expedia.ca/Madison-Square-Garden-Manhattan.d6291778.Vacation-Attraction) ![NewYork_MadisonSquareGarden_6291778_8](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6291778/100a91d6-4c2c-4f29-9372-94725c3c5e3a.jpg) ### 4\. Grand Central Terminal Stand aside from the 750,000 daily visitors rushing to and from their trains and admire the architectural beauty of the majestic Grand Central Terminal. It’s also home to shops and dining options, making it an entertaining one-stop destination. [Learn more ](https://www.expedia.ca/Grand-Central-Terminal-Manhattan.d502081.Vacation-Attraction) ![Grand Central Terminal featuring night scenes, heritage elements and heritage architecture](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6064535/523d78ba-b47f-4343-a805-fb2b0d208577.jpg) ### 5\. Statue of Liberty Few buildings conjure up as many emotions as New York’s iconic Statue of Liberty, an awe-inspiring symbol of freedom, hope and democracy standing proud on Liberty Island in New York Harbor. [Learn more ](https://www.expedia.ca/Statue-Of-Liberty-New-York.d502066.Vacation-Attraction) ![Statue of Liberty](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/502066/7fa049ab-2439-4d49-b340-2016317d6e92.jpg) ### 6\. Empire State Building The Empire State Building is a world-famous landmark, synonymous with New York. It’s renowned as a backdrop in films such as “An Affair to Remember,” “King Kong,” and “Sleepless in Seattle.” In fact, it’s one of the city’s most significant and romantic skyscrapers. [Learn more ](https://www.expedia.ca/Empire-State-Building-Manhattan.d502075.Vacation-Attraction) ![Close up view of the Empire State Building and the New York city skyline on a beautiful blue sky day](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/502075/e47e13bb-635b-4451-addb-36dd590eca37.jpg) ### 7\. Rockefeller Center An ode to 1930s New York, Rockefeller Center in Midtown Manhattan fuses the old and the new, and is at the heart of the city’s annual holiday celebrations. [Learn more ](https://www.expedia.ca/Rockefeller-Center-Manhattan.d502076.Vacation-Attraction) ![Rockefeller Center](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/502076/95920105-ade5-4842-982e-64df4898f074.jpg) ## Recommended things to do in Elmhurst | Number of things to do | 1010 | | ------------------------------- | -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | | Cheapest thing to do on Expedia | [eSIM: Airalo United States Package](/things-to-do/esim-airalo-united-states-package.a49634661.activity-details): CA $3 | | Top 5 things to do | [SUMMIT One Vanderbilt Experience Tickets](/things-to-do/summit-one-vanderbilt-experience-tickets.a44823095.activity-details)[Madame Tussauds New York Celebrity Wax Museum](/things-to-do/madame-tussauds-new-york-celebrity-wax-museum.a184171.activity-details)[Edge Observation Deck at Hudson Yards](/things-to-do/edge-observation-deck-at-hudson-yards.a50517646.activity-details)[New York Hop-On, Hop-Off Sightseeing Tour by Open-Top Bus](/things-to-do/new-york-hop-on-hop-off-sightseeing-tour-by-open-top-bus.a278043.activity-details)[Empire State Building Observatory Tickets - General Admission & Express](/things-to-do/empire-state-building-observatory-tickets-general-admission-express.a183589.activity-details) | | Half-day tours | [SUMMIT One Vanderbilt Experience Tickets](/things-to-do/summit-one-vanderbilt-experience-tickets.a44823095.activity-details)[Madame Tussauds New York Celebrity Wax Museum](/things-to-do/madame-tussauds-new-york-celebrity-wax-museum.a184171.activity-details)[Edge Observation Deck at Hudson Yards](/things-to-do/edge-observation-deck-at-hudson-yards.a50517646.activity-details)[Statue of Liberty & Ellis Island Tour: All Options](/things-to-do/statue-of-liberty-ellis-island-tour-all-options.a269114.activity-details)[Circle Line: New York Harbour Lights Evening Cruise](/things-to-do/circle-line-new-york-harbour-lights-evening-cruise.a255366.activity-details) | | With kids | [Edge Observation Deck at Hudson Yards](/things-to-do/edge-observation-deck-at-hudson-yards.a50517646.activity-details)[New York Hop-On, Hop-Off Sightseeing Tour by Open-Top Bus](/things-to-do/new-york-hop-on-hop-off-sightseeing-tour-by-open-top-bus.a278043.activity-details)[Empire State Building Observatory Tickets - General Admission & Express](/things-to-do/empire-state-building-observatory-tickets-general-admission-express.a183589.activity-details)[New York Explorer Pass: Visit 2-10 Attractions and Save Up to 50 Percent](/things-to-do/new-york-explorer-pass-visit-2-10-attractions-and-save-up-to-50-percent.a182983.activity-details)[Statue of Liberty & Ellis Island Tour: All Options](/things-to-do/statue-of-liberty-ellis-island-tour-all-options.a269114.activity-details) | ## What to do in Elmhurst --- ### Discover the most popular places to visit in Elmhurst ![Times Square featuring a city, central business district and signage](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/502080/1b2fa2e6-3780-4b5a-b35e-46d8f59f476f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Times Square New York’s infamous neon wonderland is hustle and bustle at its best, and an essential stop for all tourists. [](https://expedia.ca/Times-Square-Manhattan.d502080.Vacation-Attraction) ![Central Park showing flowers, a park and a pond](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6056463/0054a878-d879-4caf-9c4c-5709743ae206.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Central Park Offering blissful respite from Manhattan’s concrete jungle, this is the perfect spot to rest weary feet or enjoy a picnic. [](https://expedia.ca/Central-Park-Manhattan.d6056463.Vacation-Attraction) ![NewYork_MadisonSquareGarden_6291778_8](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6291778/100a91d6-4c2c-4f29-9372-94725c3c5e3a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Madison Square Garden Whether you’re performing here, watching your favorite sports team or entertainer or touring the venue, you’re in for an exciting event. [](https://expedia.ca/Madison-Square-Garden-Manhattan.d6291778.Vacation-Attraction) ![Grand Central Terminal](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/502081/c4decbda-4cf7-420b-b8e5-b97ab5f144ee.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Grand Central Terminal This majestic, lively hub for commuters is a must-see for architecture buffs. [](https://expedia.ca/Grand-Central-Terminal-Manhattan.d502081.Vacation-Attraction) ![Statue of Liberty showing a statue or sculpture, heritage elements and a monument](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/502066/a1c89726-1017-438e-8d37-f9b5d8ccf8b8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Statue of Liberty This symbol of freedom, democracy and hope is one of the most famous statues in the world. [](https://expedia.ca/Statue-Of-Liberty-New-York.d502066.Vacation-Attraction) ![Empire State Building showing a skyscraper, views and a city](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/502075/52e6d93c-a18a-42e2-850c-319d5957a2ef.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Empire State Building No trip to New York is complete without zooming up the top of this iconic building, where the views of Manhattan are unmatchable. [](https://expedia.ca/Empire-State-Building-Manhattan.d502075.Vacation-Attraction) ![Rockefeller Center](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/502076/95920105-ade5-4842-982e-64df4898f074.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Rockefeller Center One of Manhattan’s most iconic developments, this hub of business and entertainment was considered a remarkable feat when it was completed in the late 1930s. [](https://expedia.ca/Rockefeller-Center-Manhattan.d502076.Vacation-Attraction) ![Times Square which includes a city, a skyscraper and city views](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/502080/d340b7aa-f3c2-48df-b1af-648848a5eec3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Broadway Visit the dazzling theater district of one of the world’s most exciting cities. Enjoy the shopping, dining and street entertainment as well. [](https://expedia.ca/Broadway-Manhattan.d6064537.Vacation-Attraction) ![Wall Street which includes heritage architecture, street scenes and a city](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/800081/fbf2809a-267b-454b-8811-4c86573502bf.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Wall Street The home of global finance also offers a fascinating historical excursion. [](https://expedia.ca/Wall-Street-Manhattan.d800081.Vacation-Attraction) --- Looking for fun things to do nearby? Check [things to do near me](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do-near-me) to find and book the best things to do, fun activities, and top attractions wherever you happen to be. --- ## Day trip destinations from Elmhurst ![Triboro Bridge panorama at night](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/55683/1fba0ffc-c0fb-44b7-8d8f-c2965e2be55b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### East Elmhurst ![New York showing boating, a bridge and a city](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/129440/91e9341a-4d69-4bb8-b967-d61a5f439459.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### New York ![Corona featuring shopping](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/602720/a21cdc7b-9c3d-4a62-9d4e-bb102f07bf84.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Corona ![Aerial Brooklyn](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6055412/adac6d8c-8236-4c87-83c2-310bdb3ec5c6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Woodside ![Flushing Meadows-Corona Park featuring flowers, a statue or sculpture and a park](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/507439/6f073e7e-e756-4272-8787-a4cefa59ff6a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Forest Hills ![Diversity Plaza street sign, Jackson Heights, Queens, New York, USA](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6223985/3999bf1f-d526-44cf-9cc5-e1fe0546cbe8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Jackson Heights ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Elmhurst worth visiting? ### How do I spend a day in Elmhurst? ### What is the top tourist attraction in Elmhurst? ### Is three days enough to stay in Elmhurst? ### Is Elmhurst a walkable city? ### What are some activities to do in Elmhurst with kids? > - [Edge Observation Deck at Hudson Yards](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/edge-observation-deck-at-hudson-yards.a50517646.activity-details) > - [New York Hop-On, Hop-Off Sightseeing Tour by Open-Top Bus](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/new-york-hop-on-hop-off-sightseeing-tour-by-open-top-bus.a278043.activity-details) > - [Empire State Building Observatory Tickets - General Admission & Express](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/empire-state-building-observatory-tickets-general-admission-express.a183589.activity-details) > - [New York Explorer Pass: Visit 2-10 Attractions and Save Up to 50 Percent](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/new-york-explorer-pass-visit-2-10-attractions-and-save-up-to-50-percent.a182983.activity-details) > - [Statue of Liberty & Ellis Island Tour: All Options](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/statue-of-liberty-ellis-island-tour-all-options.a269114.activity-details) ### What to do in Elmhurst for adults? ### Are there free things to do in Elmhurst? ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/mad-service/footer/bnaBanners/BEX_Footer.jpg) ## Go further with the Expedia app Save on select hotels and earn double points when you book on the app. Our app deals help you to save on trips so you can travel more and manage it all on the go. 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