Kips Bay Travel Guide

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Popular places to visit

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Times Square

4/5(324 reviews)

The electric atmosphere of the New York’s busiest square will leave your head spinning, an essential experience for all visitors.

Times Square
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Central Park

4.5/5(266 reviews)

Sit back and relax in this iconic oasis of calm right in the heart of Manhattan’s concrete jungle.

Central Park
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Statue of Liberty

4.5/5(213 reviews)

No trip to New York would be complete without a visit to one of the most recognisable statues in the world.

Statue of Liberty
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Broadway

4.5/5(275 reviews)

Visit the dazzling theater district of one of the world’s most exciting cities. Enjoy the shopping, dining and street entertainment as well.

Broadway
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Grand Central Terminal

4.5/5(242 reviews)

Experience the energy of New York’s transport hub in the grand and romantic setting of this majestic building.

Grand Central Terminal
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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.

Manhattan Cruise Terminal

Activities

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SUMMIT One Vanderbilt Experience Tickets

NZ$76
Per adult
92% of travellers recommend
SUMMIT One Vanderbilt Experience Tickets
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Empire State Building General & Skip-the-Line Ticket Options

NZ$81
Per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Empire State Building General & Skip-the-Line Ticket Options
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The Lion King On Broadway

NZ$242
Per adult
94% of travellers recommend
The Lion King On Broadway
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Edge Observation Deck at Hudson Yards Admission Ticket

NZ$63
Per adult
82% of travellers recommend
Edge Observation Deck at Hudson Yards Admission Ticket
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Catacombs by Candlelight

NZ$62
Per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Catacombs by Candlelight
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Top of the Rock Observation Deck

NZ$71
Per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Top of the Rock Observation Deck
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Our pick of the best Kips Bay Hotel Deals

Paramount Times Square
Paramount Times Square
4 out of 5
235 West 46th Street, New York, NY
The price is NZ$227 per night from 16 Jun to 17 Jun
NZ$227
per night
16 Jun - 17 Jun
Stay at this hotel in New York. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour fitness center, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
7/10 Good! (2,496 reviews)
"Thank you Paramount for the upgrade the suite room is amazing! I love that it’s near restaurants and subway stations it’s completely safe and walkable. I did see the other rooms since a few friends were also staying there and they are the typical NY small rooms. But the suite very beautiful and spacious. ..."

Reviewed on 11 Jun. 2024

Paramount Times Square
The Manhattan at Times Square Hotel
The Manhattan at Times Square Hotel
4 out of 5
790 7th Ave, New York, NY
The price is NZ$246 per night from 1 Jul to 2 Jul
NZ$246
per night
1 Jul - 2 Jul
Book a stay at this eco-certified hotel in New York. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), a 24-hour fitness center, and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful ...
5.6/10 (4,316 reviews)
"Great location, great stay, will def stay here again and would recommend. Only thing is that their room maintenance is a little below par"

Reviewed on 12 Jun. 2024

The Manhattan at Times Square Hotel
The New Yorker A Wyndham Hotel
The New Yorker A Wyndham Hotel
4 out of 5
481 Eighth Ave., New York, NY
The price is NZ$245 per night from 16 Jun to 17 Jun
NZ$245
per night
16 Jun - 17 Jun
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in New York. Enjoy 2 restaurants, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast ...
8/10 Very Good! (4,570 reviews)
"The service was impeccable"

Reviewed on 10 Jun. 2024

The New Yorker A Wyndham Hotel
Crowne Plaza Times Square Manhattan, an IHG Hotel
Crowne Plaza Times Square Manhattan, an IHG Hotel
3.5 out of 5
1605 Broadway, New York, NY
The price is NZ$323 per night from 16 Jun to 17 Jun
NZ$323
per night
16 Jun - 17 Jun
Stay at this 3.5-star family-friendly hotel in New York. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8/10 Very Good! (2,027 reviews)
Overall good
"Central to Times Square and generally a good spot. We were out off a little by the Happy Hour false advertising. All signs say 5 to 7pm but upon paying they tell you it's M to F only. There are cheaper places to drink nearby, so this is dumbly irritating."

Reviewed on 10 Jun. 2024

Crowne Plaza Times Square Manhattan, an IHG Hotel
Hyatt Grand Central New York
Hyatt Grand Central New York
4 out of 5
109 East 42nd Street, at Grand Central Terminal, New York, NY
The price is NZ$297 per night from 16 Jun to 17 Jun
NZ$297
per night
16 Jun - 17 Jun
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in New York. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful ...
7.8/10 Good! (3,573 reviews)
"We suppose to get $30 dollar credit towards purchase at marketplace but they charge the full money and no credit ."

Reviewed on 12 Jun. 2024

Hyatt Grand Central New York
PUBLIC, an Ian Schrager hotel
PUBLIC, an Ian Schrager hotel
4 out of 5
215 Chrystie St, New York, NY
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$412 per night from 7 Jul to 8 Jul
NZ$412
per night
7 Jul - 8 Jul
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in New York. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and 6 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (2,574 reviews)
"Iconic hotel but the restaurant and hidden charges need revamping"

Reviewed on 5 Jun. 2024

PUBLIC, an Ian Schrager hotel
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Other neighbourhoods around Kips Bay

Chelsea featuring a city

Midtown South

While you're in Midtown South, take in top sights like Empire State Building or Madison Square Garden, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at 34 St. Station (Herald Square) or 33 St. Station (Park Av. S).

Midtown South
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Midtown

4.5/5(75 area reviews)

Times Square and Broadway 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.

Midtown
The High Line Park showing a garden, street scenes and a city

Chelsea

4/5(27 area reviews)

Chelsea is highly notable for its popular shops, and you might want to visit top sights like Madison Square Garden and Chelsea Hotel. See more of New York by jumping on the metro at 23 St. Station (8th Av.) or 23 St. Station (7th Av.).

Chelsea
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Theater District

Gourmet restaurants acclaimed theatres and top sights from Times Square to Broadway – discover Theater District, a destination also famous for its shopping.

Theater District
Greenwich Village which includes a fountain

Greenwich Village

5/5(8 area reviews)

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.

Greenwich Village
Grand Central Terminal

Midtown East

4.5/5(95 area reviews)

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 East

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