Central Park West Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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Popular places to visit
Manhattan Cruise Terminal
Explore the waterfront in New York with a trip to Manhattan Cruise Terminal. Experience the acclaimed art galleries and entertainment choices in this vibrant area.
Columbia University
Enjoy the student vibe around Columbia University, a top university in New York. Experience the fascinating museums and acclaimed art galleries in this vibrant area.
Lincoln Center
See some of the world’s greatest performing arts events in one of the most culturally rich cities on the planet in this large architecturally impressive complex.
Columbus Circle
In the middle of this traffic circle is an iconic monument that celebrates the great explorer and marks the transition from the city to the relaxing atmosphere of Central Park.
Intrepid Sea, Air and Space Museum
You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Intrepid Sea, Air and Space Museum during your trip to New York. Experience the acclaimed art galleries and fascinating museums in this vibrant area.
American Museum of Natural History
See natural wonders from mammoth dinosaurs to delicate butterflies to outer space in this vast museum in the heart of Manhattan.
Activities
Top of the Rock Observation Deck
American Museum of Natural History Tickets
45 Minute Statue of Liberty Express Sightseeing Cruise
Niagara Falls in One day Tour from New York City
One day tour Washington & Philadelphia from New York
Circle Line: Best of New York Cruise – All Around Manhattan
Our pick of the best Central Park West Hotel Deals
Paramount Times Square – A Generator Hotel
Beautiful but elevator were broken more times than not
Reviewed on 19 Oct 2025
The Manhattan at Times Square
Reasonably sized room but decoration tired and could do with some TLC and attention to detail.
Reviewed on 17 Oct 2025
Hotel Edison Times Square
Good
Reviewed on 20 Oct 2025
Pod Times Square
The Pod at Times Square was in a great location, very clean and well managed. We would definitely stay there again and recommend it to other family, couples or individuals to stay there for a trip. Great bang for your buck.
Reviewed on 20 Oct 2025
Empire Hotel
Room key system is sporadic
Reviewed on 20 Oct 2025
The Westin New York at Times Square
It was a great spot. Close to the subway which is incredible. Place was clean however we had two beds and both had sheets with small tears - not a big deal however kind of gross, they should replace their sheets. Great housekeeping. They stop serving food early though for nyc a minor ...
Reviewed on 22 Oct 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Central Park West
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 Lincoln Center 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 Manhattan Cruise Terminal and Rockefeller Center 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 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.).
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.
Hell's Kitchen
Known for its soaring skyscrapers, popular shops and eye-catching views, there's plenty to explore in Hell's Kitchen. Top attractions like Manhattan Cruise Terminal and New World Stages are major draws. Catch the metro at 50 St. Station (8th Av.) or 42 St. - Port Authority Bus Terminal 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.
Central Park West Travel Guide
- Times Square
- Broadway
- Lincoln Center
- Columbus Circle
- American Museum of Natural History
- Broadway Theatre
- Gershwin Theater
- Juilliard School
- Beacon Theater
- Ed Sullivan Theater
- Walter Kerr Theatre
- Times Square Church
- August Wilson Theater
- Ambassador Theatre
- Ethel Barrymore Theatre
- Al Hirschfeld Theatre
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