Rockaway Beach Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Rockaway Beach
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.
Grand Central Terminal
Experience the energy of New York’s transport hub in the grand and romantic setting of this majestic building.
Rockefeller Center
Head to this hub of business and entertainment housed in one of Manhattan most iconic Art Deco developments.
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
Brooklyn Small Group Food Tour: Local Bites & Neighborhood Stories
New York Islanders Ice Hockey Game at UBS Arena
Brooklyn: Brooklyn Seltzer Museum & Factory Tour & Tasting
Brooklyn Seltzer Museum, Factory Tour and Tasting
Our pick of the best Rockaway Beach Hotel Deals
Hyatt Grand Central New York
Bathtub overflow, not draining properly, housekeeping issues with proper towel supply
Reviewed on 10 Apr 2026
Sheraton New York Times Square Hotel
Great location and for an older hotel in great shape!!
Reviewed on 10 Apr 2026
Hotel Edison Times Square
Excellent service, hotel was clean they offer free breakfast coupons would definitely book again.
Reviewed on 10 Apr 2026
Hyatt Regency Times Square
Victoria from front desk was very welcoming and helpful. Excellent service! Thank you!
Reviewed on 10 Apr 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton New York Downtown
sound insulation is bad
Reviewed on 10 Apr 2026
NEW YORKER BY LOTTE HOTELS
It is a somewhat old hotel but clean. Location is fantastic. Rooms have safe and desk but no fridge. Bathroom is small, especially the sink. Shower is weird with 4 distinct knob but hard to fine tune the temperature.
Reviewed on 10 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Rockaway Beach
Queens
Forest Park and Aqueduct Racetrack are top sights in Queens, and you should be sure to explore the popular shops. Hop aboard the metro at Briarwood Van Wyck Blvd. Station or Jamaica Van Wyck Station to see more sights in the area.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
