Washington Heights Travel Guide
Popular places to visit
George Washington Bridge
When you cross from mainland America to Manhattan, you’ll quickly see why this bridge has been a favorite of Hollywood and architects for decades.
United Palace Cathedral
You can make plans for a show at United Palace Cathedral during your trip to New York. Experience the entertainment choices and acclaimed art galleries in this vibrant area.
Bennett Park
Explore the great outdoors at Bennett Park, a lovely green space in New York. Experience the acclaimed art galleries and entertainment choices in this family-friendly 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.
Manhattan Cruise Terminal
Explore the waterfront in New York with a trip to Manhattan Cruise Terminal. Experience the entertainment choices and acclaimed theatre scene in this vibrant area.
Activities
Skip the line Met Cloisters and Fifth Avenue Tour by Car
Secrets of the Upper West Side
SUMMIT One Vanderbilt Experience Tickets
Empire State Building General & Skip-the-Line Ticket Options
The Lion King On Broadway
Catacombs by Candlelight
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Other neighbourhoods around Washington 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 Central Park 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 Central Park and Manhattan Cruise Terminal 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 Central Park or Metropolitan Museum of Art, 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 Central Park and 5th 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.
Central Park South
If you're spending time in Central Park South, check out sights like Rockefeller Center or Broadway and hop on the metro to see more of the city at 57 St. - 7 Av Station or 57 St. 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.
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- George Washington Bridge
- Columbia University Irving Medical Center
- George Washington Bridge Bus Station
- Yeshiva University
- Bennett Park
- Times Square
- Central Park
- Broadway
- Statue of Liberty
- Grand Central Terminal
- Madison Square Garden
- Cape Liberty Cruise Port
- Empire State Building
- American Dream
- Rockefeller Center
- One World Trade Center
- Brooklyn Cruise Terminal
- Barclays Center Brooklyn