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New York: the city's best neighborhoods
Find a great area to stay in New York
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Lower Manhattan
3.4 miles from downtown
Lower Manhattan, also known as Downtown, has a complex fabric of energetic neighborhoods. At Ground Zero you'll find the National September 11 Memorial Plaza & Museum. Head further south and you’ll come across the legendary New York Stock Exchange on Wall Street. SoHo, Tribeca and the Lower East Side are also nearby.
Places to stay from $41 a night
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Tribeca
3.7 miles from downtown
From farming community to gritty artist enclave in the 1960’s, today’s Tribeca is one of the city’s most exclusive neighborhoods – home to many celebrities. Hudson River Park and Washington Market Park are Tribeca’s lungs, and the area's culinary delights act as the heart. Tribeca hosts the annual Tribeca Film Festival every Spring.
Places to stay from $80 a night
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SoHo
3.2 miles from downtown
The bohemian origins of this neighborhood "South of Houston Street" paved the way for gentrification – the charming cobblestone streets are now lined with boutiques, trendy cafes, restaurants and a range of eclectic art galleries. Celebrity and supermodel sightings can’t be avoided, so it’s a great place to mingle with the rich and famous.
Places to stay from $74 a night
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Chelsea
1.9 miles from downtown
Chelsea retains many of its 19th-century landmarks. You’ll find eclectic art galleries hidden between the rows of townhouses. The High Line Park, which runs along a defunct, elevated train line, is popular with the locals. Chelsea Piers is a massive sport and entertainment complex, and Chelsea Market is loaded with gourmet food shops.
Places to stay from $57 a night
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Midtown
1 miles from downtown
A midtown hotel is the perfect launch pad to New York City’s must-sees: the Empire State Building, Rockefeller Center, Times Square, St. Patrick’s Cathedral, and the New York Public Library. Cultural connoisseurs should head to the Museum of Modern Art (MoMA), take in a show at Carnegie Hall, or get some inspiration at the American Folk Art Museum.
Places to stay from $25 a night
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Upper West Side
1.2 miles from downtown
This is the city’s epicenter of arts, culture and academia. Here you’ll find the impressive Cathedral Church of Saint John in Morningside Heights and the American Museum of Natural History, plus 60 blocks of theaters and restaurants. On weekends, walk the 4-mile strip of Riverside Park, or dine at one of the trendy cafés with outdoor seating.
Places to stay from $30 a night
About New York
Including tips for the best time to visit New York
Visiting New York City is sort of like déjà vu – countless films and shows are filmed here, so all the yellow taxis, hot dog vendors, and crazy Manhattan lights always feel strangely familiar. It's also home to the world's most famous skyline, dominated by the Empire State Building, an Art Deco masterpiece. Constantly reinventing and setting new trends in fashion, food, and art, the city is also a major hub for finance and trade with the famous Wall Street at its core.
The city is split into the boroughs of Manhattan, Brooklyn, Queens, The Bronx, and Staten Island, and each has its own unique feel. Manhattan is home to hip neighborhoods like the Greenwich Village and SoHo, while Brooklyn has its Botanic Garden, the New York Aquarium, and the famous Coney Island boardwalk. A ferry from Battery Park to Ellis Island offers incredible views of the city before reaching the fascinating Immigration Museum. You'll also sail past the iconic Statue of Liberty with plenty of time to take photos from all angles.
Broadway shows are second to none, featuring a variety of major musicals and plays. The enormous Central Park offers an oasis in the middle of all the busle, perfect for a peaceful stroll past its lakes, outdoor theaters, and ice-skating rink.
New York is served by three major airports: JFK, Newark Liberty International, and LaGuardia, with public transportation options available at each one.
Tonight
From $64 per night
This weekend
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Next weekend
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| Most popular time to visit | October-December |
| Cheapest time to visit | January-March |
| Local currency | USD |
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| Average weekend price | $31 per night |
| Average weekday price | $37 per night |
| Average stay | 3 nights |
Points of interest in New York
Stay near the top sightseeing spots in New York
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Times Square
0.7 miles from downtown
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Empire State Building
1.4 miles from downtown
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Madison Square Garden
1.4 miles from downtown
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Metropolitan Museum of Art
1.2 miles from downtown
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Brooklyn Bridge
4.4 miles from downtown
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Rockefeller Center
0.7 miles from downtown
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Solomon R Guggenheim Museum
1.6 miles from downtown
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Yankee Stadium
5.2 miles from downtown
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Herald Square
1.2 miles from downtown
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Radio City Music Hall
0.6 miles from downtown
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New York reviews
What other travelers say about New York
I'm a small town, southern girl and had always been...
February 6, 2023
I'm a small town, southern girl and had always been intimidated by NYC. I took my three girls for a long weekend and we had the best experience ever! The people were nice! The subway was very easy to finesse when using Google maps app! The food was excellent! We ate at Bar Primi Italian eatery and it was absolutely wonderful! The gelato was off the chain! We ate at Tour Les Jour bakery and discovered milk bread, and oh my word!!! It was like heaven food!!! Sal and Carmine's Pizza was the best we've ever tried. The MET was exceptional and we could have spent more time there. Brooklyn's Bagels was right around the corner and so delicious!!! Most importantly, my daughter said "YES" to the dress at Kleinfeld's! I am already planning to go back! I love NY!
Getting around New York was so easy due to the location of...
February 4, 2023
Getting around New York was so easy due to the location of our Hotel. The Luma doorman was there everyday to point us in the right direction and gave great directions. He was so kind and friendly. All the people that work at this hotel were extremely kind, friendly, and helpful. We hit everything. Time Square, the museum, Empire State building, Broadway, "Wicked" so cool. Shopping, sight seeing,, central park, Our favorite eating place was the Luma restaurant. Amazing food and service. HAPPY HOUR WAS GREAT TOO!!!!!!! And two doors down was Maman--a great place for breakfast and coffee. Super Shabby Chic.
I've spent plenty of time in NYC, as I was raised in...
February 2, 2023
I've spent plenty of time in NYC, as I was raised in this part of the country but since leaving the area, I miss it a lot. I miss having the access to just about anything, I miss the food, OMG THE FOOD! I miss the subway. I mean there is so much to do, great stores, sights, restaurants, shows, museums, etc. It is expensive to find places to stay but if you really do your research it can be rewarding to find some decently priced places. There is a lot in NYC, expensive and inexpensive. You don't have to get fancy, just get walking.
Luckily the weather was much better than we were prepared...
February 2, 2023
Luckily the weather was much better than we were prepared for, you never know about Winter weather! We had a blast, ate some amazing food, saw almost everything we wanted to see. Everything was super expensive, spent more than we thought we would, but not really surprised since we did a lot of research prior to the trip. We will definitely come back though!
Great trip, just recommend planning with city hours, almost...
February 2, 2023
Great trip, just recommend planning with city hours, almost all attractions open after 10, and close before 6 (except the rooftops observatories), if possible stay for at least 6 days, and don't forget to visit Brooklyn!
Central terminal is an icon.
January 30, 2023
Central terminal is an icon. What a place. 911 museum…no words! Saw funny girl. FANTASTIC play. Bowery meat company is a must if you’re a steak lover. Loved seeing Macys and Empire State bldg. carriage ride in Central Park was a gorgeous day. Expensive but worth it!
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