Central Park West Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit
Columbia University
Enjoy the student vibe when you visit Columbia University during your trip to New York. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene and fascinating museums in this vibrant area.
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.
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.
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.
Broadway Theatre
See a big-name show in the opulent auditorium of this well-known theater, which is beautifully designed and full of history.
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 theatre scene and fascinating museums in this vibrant area.
Activities
American Museum of Natural History Tickets
See Yourself on a Times Square Billboard in New York City
Hell's Kitchen Guided Food Tour
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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 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 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 Central Park or Belvedere Castle, 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 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.
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.
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 New World Stages and Restaurant Row 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.
- Times Square
- Broadway
- Columbus Circle
- Lincoln Center
- American Museum of Natural History
- Broadway Theatre
- Intrepid Sea
- Metropolitan Opera House
- Richard Rodgers Theatre
- Ed Sullivan Theater
- Ethel Barrymore Theatre
- Times Square Church
- Walter Kerr Theatre
- Al Hirschfeld Theatre
- Minskoff Theater
- Time Warner Center
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