West Bronx Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit West Bronx
Popular places to visit
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.
New York Botanical Gardens
One of the United States’ first and best-loved botanical gardens is an attraction year round, featuring both extensive plant collections and stunning architecture.
The Bronx Museum of the Arts
Contemporary art from some of the country’s best African American, Asian and Hispanic artists, among others, is celebrated in a museum near Yankee Stadium.
Edgar Allan Poe Cottage
The author spent his last years in this Bronx cottage, lovingly preserved since the 19th century in a park with his name.
Fordham University
Explore the campus of Fordham University as part of your travels around Bronx. Experience the entertainment choices and acclaimed theatre scene in this vibrant area.
Montefiore Medical Center
If Montefiore Medical Center is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Bronx.
Activities
New York Explorer Pass: Visit 2-10 Attractions and Save Up to 50 Percent
SUMMIT One Vanderbilt Experience Tickets
Edge Observation Deck at Hudson Yards
Ultimate Manhattan Highlights Helicopter Tours
Top of the Rock Observation Deck
Our pick of the best West Bronx Hotel Deals
Hyatt Grand Central New York
The hotel staff was top notch. So kind and accommodating. They went above and beyond. The market was very convenient. The rooms were nothing special, but clean and comfortable. Would def stay here again!
Reviewed on 11 Apr 2026
Sheraton New York Times Square Hotel
There is only one reference for breakfast and it would close by 10:30 AM always a humongous line, never made it inside. Had to walk out to be able to get a bite to eat.. the line to get coffee was insane. My room was next to the eye machine. I had no idea until the last day. I couldn’t understand ...
Reviewed on 11 Apr 2026
Hotel Edison Times Square
Clean room, great location
Reviewed on 11 Apr 2026
Hyatt Regency Times Square
We had a great experience here traveling as a family. Would definitely stay again.
Reviewed on 11 Apr 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton New York Downtown
I had a great experience here! The place was clean, comfortable, and well-maintained. The staff was friendly and helpful, which made everything even better. The location was convenient and made it easy to get around. I would definitely recommend this place to other travelers and would love to come ...
Reviewed on 11 Apr 2026
NEW YORKER BY LOTTE HOTELS
Check-in was easy. Mohammed at the front desk was pleasant and able to get us into the room early. Good location next to Penn Station. No problems at all.
Reviewed on 11 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around West Bronx
Harlem
Art galleries, live music and theatres highlight some notable features of Harlem. Make a stop by Apollo Theater or Black Gay & Lesbian Archive while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at 125 St. Station (Malcolm X Blvd.) or 125 St. Station (St Nicholas Av.) to get around town.
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 Children's Museum of Manhattan and Beacon Theater, 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 Rockefeller Center and Times Square 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.
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 Frick Collection 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.
Uptown
While you're in Uptown, take in top sights like Metropolitan Museum of Art 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.).
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.
