Morningside Heights Travel Guide
Tourist Guide





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Popular places to visit

Columbia University
Enjoy the student vibe around Columbia University, a top university in New York. Experience the fascinating museums and acclaimed art galleries in this vibrant area.

Cathedral of St. John the Divine
Admire the remarkable architecture, beautiful music and spiritual ambiance of this historic landmark just north of Central Park.

Morningside Park
After visiting Morningside Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in New York. Experience the acclaimed art galleries and fascinating museums in this vibrant area.

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.

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

Top of the Rock Observation Deck

American Museum of Natural History Tickets

Famous TV and Movie Locations Guided Tour New York City

45 Minute Statue of Liberty Express Sightseeing Cruise

One day tour Washington & Philadelphia from New York

Circle Line: Best of New York Cruise – All Around Manhattan
Our pick of the best Morningside Heights Hotel Deals

Sheraton New York Times Square Hotel
Reviewed on 29 Sept 2025

Hotel Edison Times Square
Reviewed on 30 Sept 2025

Paramount Times Square – A Generator Hotel
Reviewed on 1 Oct 2025

Hotel St. James
Reviewed on 1 Oct 2025

Arlo Midtown
Reviewed on 1 Oct 2025

Millennium Hotel Broadway Times Square
Reviewed on 30 Sept 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Morningside Heights

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 Lincoln Center and Children's Museum of Manhattan, 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 Manhattan Cruise Terminal and Rockefeller Center 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 Metropolitan Museum of Art or Lincoln Center, 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 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 Upper Fifth Avenue 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.

Lenox Hill
If you're spending time in Lenox Hill, check out sights like 5th Avenue or Park Avenue Armory and hop on the metro to see more of the city at 72nd Street Station or 68 St. - Hunter College Station.

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.
Morningside Heights Travel Guide
- Cathedral of St. John the Divine
- Lafayette Square
- Tom's Diner
- Times Square
- Central Park
- Broadway
- Statue of Liberty
- Madison Square Garden
- Grand Central Terminal
- Rockefeller Center
- American Dream
- Empire State Building
- Yankee Stadium
- Cape Liberty Cruise Port
- One World Trade Center
- Barclays Center Brooklyn
- Brooklyn Cruise Terminal
- 5th Avenue
- Brooklyn Bridge
- Bryant Park