Greenpoint Travel Guide
Tourist 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.
Grand Central Terminal
This glorious, buzzing hub for commuters is an absolute must-see for history and architecture lovers.
Madison Square Garden
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.
Statue of Liberty
Probably one of the most famous Statues of modern times, this iconic symbol of freedom, democracy and hope is a national treasure loved by millions worldwide.
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.
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Other neighbourhoods around Greenpoint
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.
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.
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.
Lenox Hill
If you're spending time in Lenox Hill, check out sights like 5th Avenue or Park Avenue Armory and hop on the metro to see more of the city at 72nd Street Station or 68 St. - Hunter College Station.
Downtown Brooklyn
Spend some time visiting places like Kings County Supreme Court while getting to know Downtown Brooklyn, and be sure to check out the abundant dining options. You can hop aboard the metro at Jay St. - Tech Station or York St. Station to see more of the area.
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.
- Times Square
- Central Park
- Grand Central Terminal
- Statue of Liberty
- Madison Square Garden
- Broadway
- Empire State Building
- Rockefeller Center
- Cape Liberty Cruise Port
- Yankee Stadium
- MetLife Stadium
- American Dream
- Barclays Center Brooklyn
- Brooklyn Cruise Terminal
- One World Trade Center
- Columbia University
- Wall Street
- 5th Avenue
- Jacob K. Javits Convention Center
- Bronx Zoo
- Bryant Park
- Prudential Center
- Brooklyn Bridge
- Flushing Meadows-Corona Park
- Lincoln Center