Central New York City Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit
Times Square
The electric atmosphere of the New York’s busiest square will leave your head spinning, an essential experience for all visitors.
Grand Central Terminal
Experience the energy of New York’s transport hub in the grand and romantic setting of this majestic building.
Rockefeller Center
Head to this hub of business and entertainment housed in one of Manhattan most iconic Art Deco developments.
Broadway
Visit the dazzling theater district of one of the world’s most exciting cities. Enjoy the shopping, dining and street entertainment as well.
Manhattan Cruise Terminal
Explore the waterfront in New York with a trip to Manhattan Cruise Terminal. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene and fascinating museums in this vibrant area.
Bryant Park
Stop for a picnic lunch at a shaded table, create some art, ride the carousel or play chess, ping-pong or boules at this amazing multi-use park in midtown Manhattan.
Activities
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Edge Observation Deck at Hudson Yards
SUMMIT One Vanderbilt Experience Tickets
NYC: Museum of Modern Art (MoMA) Entry Ticket
Top of the Rock Observation Deck
Our pick of the best Central New York City Hotel Deals
Hyatt Grand Central New York
Good location but no frills. No coffee or kettle in the room. Very small bathroom with shelf hanging over the sink that made it difficult to wash up. Charged $4/bag to hold them for a few hours after checkout. $15 credit at the market was a nice perk though.
Reviewed on 5 Apr 2026
Sheraton New York Times Square Hotel
Staff were all very nice and helpful. The rooms were very poorly maintained and honestly more aligned with a two star hotel.
Reviewed on 6 Apr 2026
Hotel Edison Times Square
We were excited to stay here, but this hotel is just okay. My family has eaten downstairs at Friedman's many times because it is a safe and delicious gluten free restaurant, and we thought it would be fun to stay at the hotel with its old-timey charm. The rooms were typically small, which was not ...
Reviewed on 6 Apr 2026
Paramount Times Square – A Generator Hotel
The bathroom shower in room 914 was clogged. All other amenities were up to par.
Reviewed on 6 Apr 2026
Hyatt Regency Times Square
Room was clean and staff were friendly and helpful. I wish the room had a coffee maker or hotpot.
Reviewed on 6 Apr 2026
NEW YORKER BY LOTTE HOTELS
Easy check in with friendly staff, clean and spacious room, great location. Can be a little noisy outside given the busy area but that’s not the hotel’s fault. Just come prepared if you’re a light sleeper! Overall, had a great stay and would stay here again.
Reviewed on 6 Apr 2026
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Other neighbourhoods around Central New York City
Theater District
Gourmet restaurants acclaimed theatres and top sights from Times Square to Rockefeller Center – discover Theater District, a destination also famous for its shopping.
Midtown
Times Square and Rockefeller Center 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.
Garment District
Gourmet restaurants great entertainment and top sights from Hammerstein Ballroom to Macy's – discover Garment District, a destination also famous for its shopping.
Hell's Kitchen
Known for its soaring skyscrapers, popular shops and eye-catching views, there's plenty to explore in Hell's Kitchen. Top attractions like Manhattan Cruise Terminal and New World Stages are major draws. Catch the metro at 50 St. Station (8th Av.) or 42 St. - Port Authority Bus Terminal Station to see more of the city.
Midtown East
Gourmet restaurants great entertainment and top sights from Grand Central Terminal to 5th Avenue – discover Midtown East, a destination also famous for its shopping.
Midtown South
While you're in Midtown South, take in top sights like Madison Square Garden or 5th Avenue, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at 34 St. Station (Herald Square) or 33 St. Station (Park Av. S).
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