New York City comprises 5 boroughs sitting where the Hudson River meets the Atlantic Ocean. At its core is Manhattan, a densely populated borough that’s among the world’s major commercial, financial and cultural centers. Its iconic sites include skyscrapers such as the Empire State Building and sprawling Central Park. Broadway theater is staged in neon-lit Times Square.
The NYC neighborhoods that appeal to you will depend on what you wish to see on your visit. Are visits to cultural institutions high on your list? How about scenic urban parks or grandiose mansions? Or perhaps roaming the world’s epicenter of finance, commerce, and theater? If you’re clueless about which New York streets to explore, we’ve listed some of our favorites. From tree-lined avenues to museum-filled thoroughfares, you can use this list to navigate the most popular strips and plan your walk down New York’s vibrant streets.
Best Hotels in New York For Your Next Stay
Hilton Garden Inn Times Square
3-star hotel with 24-hour fitness, near Times Square
Located 2.8 mi (4.5 km) from the airport, Hilton Garden Inn Times Square offers a great location, putting you within just a 10-minute walk of Times Square and Gershwin Theater. Guests can grab a bite to eat at the coffee shop/cafe and visit the 24-hour fitness center for a workout. Rooms feature bonuses like refrigerators and microwaves, along with MP3 docks and LCD TVs. Fellow travelers like that it’s just a short walk to public transportation: 49th St. Station is 4 minutes away and 50 St. Station (Broadway) is 6 minutes.
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Hampton Inn Times Square North
Hotel with 24-hour fitness, near Times Square
Located 2.8 mi (4.5 km) from the airport, Hampton Inn Times Square North offers a great location, putting you within just a 10-minute walk of Gershwin Theater and Broadway Theatre. Guests can visit the 24-hour fitness center for a workout, and free perks include WiFi, wired Internet, and buffet breakfast daily between 6:00 AM and 10:00 AM. Also, Winter Garden Theatre and Times Square are within just a 10-minute walk. Fellow travelers say great things about the WiFi and central location. Public transportation is just a short walk: 50 St. Station (Broadway) is 3 minutes and 50 St. Station (8th Av.) is 3 minutes.
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Hilton Garden Inn New York/West 35th Street
3-star hotel with restaurant, near Empire State Building
Located 1.7 mi (2.8 km) from the airport, Hilton Garden Inn New York/West 35th Street offers a great location, putting you within just a 10-minute walk of 5th Avenue and Empire State Building. Guests can visit the 24-hour fitness center for a workout or grab a bite to eat at Garden Grille, which serves breakfast. A bar/lounge and a snack bar/deli are offered, and in-room conveniences include refrigerators and microwaves. Fellow travelers like the location for the sightseeing and because it’s just a short walk to public transportation: 34 St. Station (Herald Square) is just steps away and 34 St. – Penn Station (Fashion Av.) is 5 minutes.
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Hilton Garden Inn NYC Financial Center/Manhattan Downtown
3-star hotel with restaurant, near Battery Park
Located 4 mi (6.4 km) from the airport, Hilton Garden Inn NYC Financial Center/Manhattan Downtown offers a great location, putting you within just a 10-minute walk of Battery Park and Wall Street. After visiting the 24-hour fitness center for a workout, you can grab a bite to eat at the restaurant or unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge. Bonuses like refrigerators and microwaves are offered in all rooms, along with flat-screen TVs and room service. Fellow travelers like the location for the sightseeing and because it’s just a short walk to public transportation: Whitehall St. Station is 2 minutes and South Ferry Station is 3 minutes.
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