Chelsea Travel Guide

Tourist Guide
The High Line Park showing street scenes, a city and a garden
Chelsea which includes a city
Chelsea Market featuring shopping, markets and interior views
The High Line Park featuring a park
Chelsea featuring a city
Live the New York life you dreamed of in Chelsea, an upscale district packed with contemporary art galleries, converted warehouse spaces, queer-friendly bars and food trends.

Whether it’s art, food, shopping or nightlife, Chelsea pulls it all off with style. This charming district took over long ago from SoHo as Manhattan’s hub for small and cutting-edge art galleries. The creativity doesn’t end with contemporary art, though, as Chelsea’s many pioneering eateries will show you. To top it all off, Chelsea is home to the iconic High Line, a beloved public park that was built along an elevated railway track.

Popular places to visit

Madison Square Garden

Madison Square Garden

4.5/5(51 reviews)

One of the world’s most famous arenas, Madison Square Garden is New York’s go-to venue for large-scale performances and sports events.

Madison Square Garden
The High Line Park

The High Line Park

4.5/5(5 reviews)

This creative exploration of the potential for urban renewal is a pleasant place to go for a walk next to one of the trendiest neighborhoods in New York.

The High Line Park
Chelsea Piers

Chelsea Piers

5/5(1 review)

Catch an event at Chelsea Piers during your trip to New York. Experience the entertainment choices and acclaimed art galleries in this vibrant area.

Chelsea Piers
Chelsea Market which includes interior views, shopping and markets

Chelsea Market

4.5/5(4 reviews)

In some ways it is similar to your neighborhood market, except this indoor food hall has a verve for the gourmet that rivals anywhere else in Manhattan.

Chelsea Market

Chelsea Hotel

You can learn about the history of New York with a trip to Chelsea Hotel. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene and fascinating museums in this vibrant area.

Chelsea Hotel

Vessel

You can find out about the history of New York with a trip to Vessel. Experience the entertainment choices and acclaimed art galleries in this vibrant area.

Vessel

Activities

The New York Pass®: Access 100+ Attractions including Empire State Building

New York Pass: Save up to 50 Percent - Includes Empire State Building

AU$236
Per adult
82% of travellers recommend
New York Pass: Save up to 50 Percent - Includes Empire State Building
Bateaux New York Dinner Cruise

Bateaux New York Premier Dinner Cruise

AU$384
Per adult
86% of travellers recommend
Bateaux New York Premier Dinner Cruise
City Climb: The Ultimate Skyscraping Adventure at Edge

City Climb: The Ultimate Skyscraping Adventure at Edge

AU$312
Per adult
100% of travellers recommend
City Climb: The Ultimate Skyscraping Adventure at Edge
Cruise boat near the Statue of Liberty in New York

Spirit of New York Signature Dinner Cruise

AU$205
Per adult
82% of travellers recommend
Spirit of New York Signature Dinner Cruise
Manhattan Architecture Yacht Cruise

Manhattan Architecture Yacht Cruise

AU$189
Per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Manhattan Architecture Yacht Cruise
Chelsea Market and High Line Guided Food Tour

Chelsea Market and High Line Guided Food Tour

AU$136
Per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Chelsea Market and High Line Guided Food Tour
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Our pick of the best Chelsea Hotel Deals

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel New York City - Chelsea
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel New York City - Chelsea
4 out of 5
128 West 29th Street, New York, NY
The price is AU$373 per night from 2 Jan to 3 Jan
AU$373
includes taxes & fees
2 Jan - 3 Jan 2025
Stay at this 4-star hotel in New York. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,368 reviews)
"Great"

Reviewed on 1 Dec. 2024

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel New York City - Chelsea
Motto by Hilton New York City Chelsea
Motto by Hilton New York City Chelsea
4 out of 5
113 West 24th Street, New York, NY
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$393 per night from 3 Jan to 4 Jan
AU$393
includes taxes & fees
3 Jan - 4 Jan 2025
Stay at this 4-star hotel in New York. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour fitness center, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,354 reviews)
"Great spot to stay in Chelsea with nice, accommodating team to take care of you. Only downside was the wait for the elevator at peak times and having to go down to the lobby for coffee in the morning (no coffee maker in the room)."

Reviewed on 1 Dec. 2024

Motto by Hilton New York City Chelsea
Dream Downtown, by Hyatt
Dream Downtown, by Hyatt
4.5 out of 5
355 W 16th St, New York, NY
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$419 per night from 3 Jan to 4 Jan
AU$419
includes taxes & fees
3 Jan - 4 Jan 2025
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in New York. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and a nightclub. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
7.6/10 Good! (1,276 reviews)
"Love this place, stylish, unique, and totally Instagram.worthy. Worth it to upgrade to a larger room, loved the bathtub and the separate sitting area. If you can get a good price it's a great place to stay, but the location is a bit south for my taste. A bit dated and showing it's age a bit, but ..."

Reviewed on 29 Nov. 2024

Dream Downtown, by Hyatt
Hilton New York Fashion District
Hilton New York Fashion District
4 out of 5
152 W 26th Street, Manhattan, New York, NY
The price is AU$330 per night from 2 Jan to 3 Jan
AU$330
includes taxes & fees
2 Jan - 3 Jan 2025
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in New York. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 bars/lounges, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the bar and the helpful ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,009 reviews)
"Lovely experience overall. Room was a bit tired but comfortable. Lighting was very dark, felt like night time in the day (for reference, we were staying on lower floors so a lot of sunlight was blocked by the surrounding buildings)."

Reviewed on 2 Dec. 2024

Hilton New York Fashion District
Hyatt Grand Central New York
Hyatt Grand Central New York
4 out of 5
109 East 42nd Street, at Grand Central Terminal, New York, NY
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$445 per night from 3 Jan to 4 Jan
AU$445
includes taxes & fees
3 Jan - 4 Jan 2025
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in New York. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful ...
7.8/10 Good! (4,578 reviews)
"Over great. Valet is $100 daily and they also charge every time you take the car out of aside from the daily $100 fee."

Reviewed on 2 Dec. 2024

Hyatt Grand Central New York
The New Yorker A Wyndham Hotel
The New Yorker A Wyndham Hotel
4 out of 5
481 Eighth Ave., New York, NY
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$297 per night from 3 Jan to 4 Jan
AU$297
includes taxes & fees
3 Jan - 4 Jan 2025
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in New York. Enjoy 3 restaurants, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast ...
8/10 Very Good! (4,840 reviews)
"Best location… fantastic Tick Tock 24 hr diner, across from MSG & Penn Station and a view of the Empire State Building! Repeat guests"

Reviewed on 3 Dec. 2024

The New Yorker A Wyndham Hotel
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Other neighbourhoods around Chelsea

Greenwich Village which includes a fountain

Greenwich Village

Spend some time visiting places like 5th Avenue while getting to know Greenwich Village, and be sure to check out the abundant dining options. You can hop aboard the metro at Christopher St. - Sheridan Sq. Station or W 4 St. Station to see more of the area.

Greenwich Village
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Midtown South

While you're in Midtown South, take in top sights like Empire State Building or Madison Square Garden, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at 34 St. Station (Herald Square) or 33 St. Station (Park Av. S).

Midtown South
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Midtown

Times Square and Broadway are a few top attractions in Midtown. Hop around the city on the metro at 42 St. - Bryant Pk. Station or Times Sq. - 42 St. Station and check out the area's fascinating museums, soaring skyscrapers and acclaimed art galleries.

Midtown
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Theater District

Gourmet restaurants acclaimed theatres and top sights from Times Square to Broadway – discover Theater District, a destination also famous for its shopping.

Theater District
Museum of Arts and Design featuring a skyscraper, central business district and a city

Midtown West

Known for its soaring skyscrapers, popular shops and eye-catching views, there's plenty to explore in Midtown West. Top attractions like Broadway and Times Square 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 West
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Central New York City

Known for its soaring skyscrapers and eye-catching views, there's plenty to explore in Central New York City. Check out top attractions like Broadway and Times Square, and jump on the metro at 49th St. Station or 50 St. Station (Broadway) to see more of the city.

Central New York City

Chelsea Travel Guide

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