East Harlem Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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Popular places to visit
Conservatory Garden
Three distinct styles create three gem-like, peaceful gardens in Central Park’s only formally landscaped area, a favorite spot to visit year round.
Mount Sinai Hospital
If Mount Sinai Hospital is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of New York.
Museum of the City of New York
You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Museum of the City of New York in New York. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene and fascinating museums in this vibrant area.
NYC Health + Hospitals/Metropolitan
If NYC Health + Hospitals/Metropolitan is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of New York.
El Museo del Barrio
You can spend time browsing the exhibits at El Museo del Barrio in New York. Experience the entertainment choices and acclaimed theatre scene in this vibrant area.
Metropolitan Hospital Center
If Metropolitan Hospital Center is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of New York.
Activities
New York Explorer Pass: Visit 2-10 Attractions and Save Up to 50 Percent
Empire State Building Observatory Tickets - General Admission & Express
Edge Observation Deck at Hudson Yards
SUMMIT One Vanderbilt Experience Tickets
NYC: Museum of Modern Art (MoMA) Entry Ticket
Statue of Liberty & Ellis Island Tour: All Options
Our pick of the best East Harlem Hotel Deals
Hyatt Grand Central New York
The hotel room is a bit old and outdated. The hotel location is perfect and just above the Grand Central Station.
Reviewed on 28 Mar 2026
Sheraton New York Times Square Hotel
⸻ Disappointed with my stay. The staff were not friendly, and despite arriving 2 hours after check-in time, my room was still not ready. I had paid extra for two beds but they said they have only room for 1bed. What’s worse is there was no apology for the inconvenience. Very unprofessional.
Reviewed on 28 Mar 2026
Paramount Times Square – A Generator Hotel
Perfect location to Times Square and Broadway. Subway station right there
Reviewed on 28 Mar 2026
Hotel Edison Times Square
The set up of the bathroom was extremely poor. Hard to get to the toilet or even the sink because there was no space. The bathroom door, when opened touched the tub, blocking any access. The shower curtain had a mildew smell to it. The hotel advertises chrome casting but cannot be used and the tv ...
Reviewed on 27 Mar 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton New York Downtown
Hotel was great other than elevators. You have to wait a long time to catch an elevators.
Reviewed on 27 Mar 2026
Hyatt Regency Times Square
Very good hotel, good location and good stuff. Definitely going to come back.
Reviewed on 28 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around East Harlem
Upper East Side
Known for its interesting museums and stunning river views, there's plenty to explore in Upper East Side. Top attractions like 5th Avenue and Frick Collection are major draws, and you can catch the metro at 77 St. Station (Lexington Av.) or 72nd Street Station to see more of the city.
Manhattan
Known for its fascinating museums, important monuments and soaring skyscrapers, there's plenty to explore in Manhattan. Top attractions like Rockefeller Center and Times Square are major draws. Catch the metro at 81 St. - Museum of Natural History Station or 86 St. Station (Central Park West) to see more of the city.
Uptown
While you're in Uptown, take in top sights like Cleopatra's Needle or Belvedere Castle, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at 81 St. - Museum of Natural History Station or 77 St. Station (Lexington Av.).
Upper West Side
Known for its fascinating museums and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Upper West Side. Check out top attractions like Children's Museum of Manhattan and Zabar's, and jump on the metro at 86 St. Station (Broadway) or 79 St. 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.
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 Times Square and Rockefeller Center, and jump on the metro at 49th St. Station or 50 St. Station (Broadway) to see more of the city.
