Gowanus Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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
Empire State Building Observatory Tickets - General Admission & Express
SUMMIT One Vanderbilt Experience Tickets
Madame Tussauds New York Celebrity Wax Museum
Edge Observation Deck at Hudson Yards
Our pick of the best Gowanus Hotel Deals
Sheraton New York Times Square Hotel
there was no ventilation in the washroom and the lock didnt' work
Reviewed on 24 Feb 2026
NEW YORKER BY LOTTE HOTELS
Perfect location!
Reviewed on 23 Feb 2026
Hyatt Grand Central New York
The staff were amazing, especially considering the surprise blizzard that hit us on my daughter’s birthday. The location is great but it truly was the staff that made the stay special. Between the concierge helping us prep for the storm to the front desk staff making it easy to extend our stay, to ...
Reviewed on 24 Feb 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton New York Downtown
Staff are nice. The room is decent and clean. Great location. The only downfall, elevator can be kind of slow, which is why I asked for lower floor and so you can go use the stairs instead (which is also a good way to slip a workout in)
Reviewed on 24 Feb 2026
Hotel Edison Times Square
The door man Bobby was amazing, the receptionist was amazing. Very accommodating! Hotel was clean and in the best location steps from the heart of timesquare! 10/10 will be coming back!
Reviewed on 24 Feb 2026
Doubletree by Hilton New York Times Square South
Great location, helpful staff
Reviewed on 24 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Gowanus
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.
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.
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.
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.
SoHo
You might take some time to check out the abundant dining options in SoHo. Spend some time visiting top spots like Drawing Center, and catch the metro at Prince St. Station or Spring St. Station to see more of the area.
Greenwich Village
Spend some time visiting places like 5th Avenue while getting to know Greenwich Village, and be sure to check out the abundant dining options. You can hop aboard the metro at Christopher St. - Sheridan Sq. Station or W 4 St. Station to see more of the area.
