East New York Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit East New York
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.
Central Park
Sit back and relax in this iconic oasis of calm right in the heart of Manhattan’s concrete jungle.
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.
Statue of Liberty
No trip to New York would be complete without a visit to one of the most recognisable statues in the world.
Grand Central Terminal
Experience the energy of New York’s transport hub in the grand and romantic setting of this majestic building.
Empire State Building
Head to the top of this world-famous skyscraper for some of the most exhilarating views of the cityscape.
Activities
New York Explorer Pass: Visit 2-10 Attractions and Save Up to 50 Percent
Edge Observation Deck at Hudson Yards
SUMMIT One Vanderbilt Experience Tickets
Circle Line: New York Harbor Lights Evening Cruise
Niagara Falls in One day Tour from New York City
Our pick of the best East New York Hotel Deals
Sheraton New York Times Square Hotel
Some staff could
Reviewed on 19 Feb 2026
Millennium Hotel Broadway Times Square
The room was clearly not cleaned we kept finding crumbs all over the room including underneath the pillows, the thermostat was broken, there were makeup stains on the windows and miscellaneous ones on the curtains, as well as the beds were hard as rocks and not comfortable to sleep in. Which is ridiculous ...
Reviewed on 18 Feb 2026
Lotte New York Palace
Beautiful hotel and large spacious rooms!
Reviewed on 18 Feb 2026
NEW YORKER BY LOTTE HOTELS
Check-in was lovely and easy. The room was spotless. Employees were kind and helpful
Reviewed on 18 Feb 2026
Hotel Edison Times Square
Room was good for a 1 night stay. Needs some updating. Hotel had great restaurants and bars.
Reviewed on 19 Feb 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton New York Downtown
Everything was great! Great location, easy to get to public transportation and Ferry. The wait for the elevator was the only drawback.
Reviewed on 19 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around East New York
Queens
Aqueduct Racetrack and Flushing Meadows-Corona Park are top sights in Queens, and you should be sure to explore the popular shops. Hop aboard the metro at Briarwood Van Wyck Blvd. Station or Jamaica Van Wyck Station to see more sights in the area.
Williamsburg
Noted for its cafes and live music, there's plenty to explore in Williamsburg. Top attractions like McCarren Park Pool and Brooklyn Brewery are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Metropolitan Av. Station or Lorimer St. Station (Metropolitan St.) to see more of the city.
Downtown Brooklyn
Spend some time visiting places like Brooklyn Bridge while getting to know Downtown Brooklyn, and be sure to check out the abundant dining options. You can hop aboard the metro at Jay St. - Tech Station or York St. Station to see more of the area.
Lower East Side
Travellers love Lower East Side for its fantastic nightlife, and you can see more of New York by jumping on the metro at Essex St. Station or Delancey St. Station. You might spend time checking out top sights like Orchard Street Shopping District and Lower East Side Tenement Museum.
Financial District
Enjoy the important monuments in Financial District. Brooklyn Bridge is a worthwhile stop, and you can jump on the metro at Wall St. Station (William St.) or Broad St. Station to see more of New York.
SoHo
You might take some time to check out the abundant dining options in SoHo. Spend some time visiting top spots like Leslie-Lohman Museum of Art, and catch the metro at Prince St. Station or Spring St. Station to see more of the area.
