Fordham Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit
Edgar Allan Poe Cottage
The author spent his last years in this Bronx cottage, lovingly preserved since the 19th century in a park with his name.
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.
Grand Central Terminal
Experience the energy of New York’s transport hub in the grand and romantic setting of this majestic building.
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.
Activities
New York Explorer Pass: Visit 2-10 Attractions and Save Up to 50 Percent
SUMMIT One Vanderbilt Experience Tickets
Top of the Rock Observation Deck
NYC: Museum of Modern Art (MoMA) Entry Ticket
Ultimate Manhattan Highlights Helicopter Tours
Our pick of the best Fordham Hotel Deals
Hotel Edison Times Square
The staff were really great, and the room itself was definitely clean. However, there wasn't any coffee provided in the room, and the space was quite small.
Reviewed on 3 May 2026
Hyatt Grand Central New York
I didn't have breakfast, but the air conditioning in the room works well. I enjoyed my stay at the hotel.
Reviewed on 3 May 2026
NEW YORKER BY LOTTE HOTELS
The room was decent- but couldn’t sleep as windows not quiet and listened to the music in the restaurant across the street until 2 am- very loud
Reviewed on 4 May 2026
Sheraton New York Times Square Hotel
There is $ma destination fee, $35 a day from a day you check in and check out. But you can use to purchase Starbucks coffee and food at the lobby and bar afternoon. If you don’t use it, you’ll be still charged $35 a day. Ed Sheeran gives you two ticket of the Guten HAIM Museum or two hours like rental ...
Reviewed on 3 May 2026
PUBLIC, an Ian Schrager hotel
Tiny rooms like a cruise ship. Beds on platform against window require either inside sleeper to get out of bed and step down from platform or crawl over partner.
Reviewed on 3 May 2026
Millennium Hotel Broadway Times Square
Great experience and had lots of fun!
Reviewed on 4 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Fordham
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 Beacon Theater, and jump on the metro at 86 St. Station (Broadway) or 79 St. 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.
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.
Uptown
While you're in Uptown, take in top sights like Metropolitan Museum of Art or Cleopatra's Needle, 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.).
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.
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 Restaurant Row 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.
