Oakwood Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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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.
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.
Central Park
Sit back and relax in this iconic oasis of calm right in the heart of Manhattan’s concrete jungle.
Yankee Stadium
Baseball’s most famous franchise has a new, somewhat luxurious home in the central Bronx, full of homages to the team’s long history.
Grand Central Terminal
Experience the energy of New York’s transport hub in the grand and romantic setting of this majestic building.
Activities
New York Explorer Pass: Visit 2-10 Attractions and Save Up to 50 Percent
NYC: Museum of Modern Art (MoMA) Entry Ticket
SUMMIT One Vanderbilt Experience Tickets
Ultimate Manhattan Highlights Helicopter Tours
Top of the Rock Timed Admission
Our pick of the best Oakwood Hotel Deals
Hyatt Grand Central New York
"Clean rooms and great location, staff was very polite and helpful"
Reviewed on 10 June 2026
Empire Hotel
"There was tape in the shower, blood on the sheets."
Reviewed on 10 June 2026
Sheraton New York Times Square Hotel
"Staff was all amazing and extremely kind. The property needs some love though. Leaky bathroom in a few ways (sink and toilet). One day all the main elevators to our floor were out all day…walked down 28 flights of stairs to get out and then to get back up we were able to take the service elevators ..."
Reviewed on 10 June 2026
NEW YORKER BY LOTTE HOTELS
"Check in staff the day I came were friendly. Location was prime. Would visit again"
Reviewed on 9 June 2026
Pod Times Square
"Pods is very good, room cleaned, great location and staff very nice."
Reviewed on 9 June 2026
Hotel Edison Times Square
"One of the front desk staff (I think her name was Martina?) was absolutely wonderful! She was friendly and helpful - we really appreciated her support in getting us checked in with an upgrade. Overall, the venue is very central and close to everything (Times Square, Central Park, Rockefellar Centre). ..."
Reviewed on 10 June 2026
Our guide on where to stay in Oakwood
Williamsburg
Noted for its cafes and live music, there's plenty to explore in Williamsburg. Top attractions like McCarren Park Pool and The Living Room 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.
Midtown
Times Square and Rockefeller Center 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.
Chelsea
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.).
Central New York City
Known for its soaring skyscrapers and eye-catching views, there's plenty to explore in Central New York City. Check out top attractions like Times Square and Rockefeller Center, and jump on the metro at 49th St. Station or 50 St. Station (Broadway) to see more of the city.
Theater District
Gourmet restaurants acclaimed theatres and top sights from Times Square to Rockefeller Center – discover Theater District, a destination also famous for its shopping.
