Forest Hills Gardens Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit
Times Square
This neon paradise is a must-see for visitors wanting to sample New York’s chaotic downtown scene at its best.
Central Park
Offering a welcome break from the lights and buzz of the Manhattan concrete jungle, this park is a much loved spot to rest weary feet, stroll and enjoy a picnic.
Broadway
Crowded, loud, hectic and yet somehow unmissable, New York’s Times Square is one feature of Midtown Manhattan you’ll either love or loathe.
Rockefeller Center
An eclectic mix of business and entertainment, this was considered one of Manhattan’s remarkable engineering feats when it was finally completed in the late 1930s.
Grand Central Terminal
This glorious, buzzing hub for commuters is an absolute must-see for history and architecture lovers.
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.
Activities
SUMMIT One Vanderbilt Experience Tickets
Statue of Liberty & Ellis Island Tour: All Options
Empire State Building General & Skip-the-Line Ticket Options
American Dream: Nickelodeon Universe Theme Park Ticket
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Other neighbourhoods around Forest Hills Gardens
Queens
Flower District and Aqueduct Racetrack are top sights in Queens, and you should be sure to explore the popular shops. Hop aboard the metro at Briarwood Van Wyck Blvd. Station or Jamaica Van Wyck Station to see more sights in the area.
Williamsburg
Noted for its cafes and live music, there's plenty to explore in Williamsburg. Top attractions like Brooklyn Brewery and Music Hall of Williamsburg are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Metropolitan Av. Station or Lorimer St. Station (Metropolitan St.) 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 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.
East Village
If you're spending time in East Village, you might enjoy attractions like Tompkins Square Park and St. Marks Place. You might also enjoy the neighbourhood's ample dining options before hopping on the metro at 1 Av. 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.
Lower East Side
Travellers love Lower East Side for its fantastic nightlife, and you can see more of New York by jumping on the metro at Essex St. Station or Delancey St. Station. You might spend time checking out top sights like Orchard Street Shopping District and Lower East Side Tenement Museum.
- Times Square
- Central Park
- Broadway
- Rockefeller Center
- Grand Central Terminal
- Madison Square Garden
- Statue of Liberty
- Empire State Building
- American Dream
- Bryant Park
- Barclays Center Brooklyn
- Wall Street
- Brooklyn Bridge
- Metropolitan Museum of Art
- One World Trade Center
- Radio City Music Hall
- Lincoln Center
- Bronx Zoo
- Jacob K. Javits Convention Center
- Columbus Circle
- Prudential Center
- Battery Park