Roosevelt Island Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Roosevelt Island
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.
Statue of Liberty
No trip to New York would be complete without a visit to one of the most recognisable statues in the world.
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
Edge Observation Deck at Hudson Yards
SUMMIT One Vanderbilt Experience Tickets
Ultimate Manhattan Highlights Helicopter Tours
New York City: Gourmet Dinner Cruise with Live Music
Our pick of the best Roosevelt Island Hotel Deals
Sheraton New York Times Square Hotel
Staff is not attentive or much friendly. We went to the Liberty Bar and had some questions about the menu, it seemed to bothered the staff there and they weren’t helpful. I ordered a Sassy Margarita and made sure to explain 3 times that I did not want Jalapeno added. The Jalapeno was still added ...
Reviewed on 2 Mar 2026
NEW YORKER BY LOTTE HOTELS
I will be going back the hotel. rooms are clean but dated but the water pressure was the best!!! The best shower taken at a hotel. This hotel is in a great area close to many things fun todo. Worth the money and Monhammed checked us in and he was great.
Reviewed on 2 Mar 2026
Hyatt Grand Central New York
Nice size room, expected it to be smaller.
Reviewed on 2 Mar 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton New York Downtown
The room was nice, the complimentary snacks was ok. My first express not so pleasant. Don't get me wrong the staff was ok it was issues with checkin.
Reviewed on 1 Mar 2026
Hotel Edison Times Square
The room was very clean and the upgrades they have made are awesome.
Reviewed on 1 Mar 2026
Doubletree by Hilton New York Times Square South
My 2nd time staying there and it was nice and clean
Reviewed on 2 Mar 2026
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 The Cloisters 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 Lincoln Center or Cleopatra's Needle, 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 Times Square and Grand Central Terminal, and jump on the metro at 49th St. Station or 50 St. Station (Broadway) to see more of the city.
Midtown
Times Square and Grand Central Terminal 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.
