Roosevelt Island Travel 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.

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.

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

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.
Activities

Top of the Rock Observation Deck

American Museum of Natural History Tickets

Discover NY: Guided Day Bus Tour of NYC

45 Minute Statue of Liberty Express Sightseeing Cruise

Circle Line: Best of New York Cruise – All Around Manhattan

NYC: Museum of Modern Art (MoMA) Entry Ticket
Our pick of the best Roosevelt Island Hotel Deals

Sheraton New York Times Square Hotel
Reviewed on 10 Oct 2025

Hotel Edison Times Square
Reviewed on 12 Oct 2025

Millennium Hotel Broadway Times Square
Reviewed on 13 Oct 2025

Paramount Times Square – A Generator Hotel
Reviewed on 10 Oct 2025

Hotel St. James
Reviewed on 13 Oct 2025

Lotte New York Palace
Reviewed on 12 Oct 2025
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Other neighbourhoods around Roosevelt Island

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.

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.

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.

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.).

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 Broadway and Times Square, and jump on the metro at 49th St. Station or 50 St. Station (Broadway) to see more of the city.

Midtown
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.
Roosevelt Island Travel Guide
- 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
- Jacob K. Javits Convention Center
- Lincoln Center
- Bronx Zoo
- Radio City Music Hall
- Metropolitan Museum of Art
- Prudential Center
- Flushing Meadows-Corona Park