Union Square Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Union Square
Union Square which includes a city and a square or plaza
Union Square
Union Square which includes outdoor art and a statue or sculpture
Union Square featuring a monument, a city and a square or plaza
Union Square is a plaza… a park… a market… and it’s THE place to enjoy the life and soul of downtown Manhattan.

If there is one central place to hang out and experience the energy of central New York, it’s Union Square. New Yorkers and visitors alike love this central square for its eclectic mix of people and events. Watch the locals play chess or walk their dogs, admire the street performers, shop at the Greenmarket, or chat to a fortune teller. Look for the steaming Metronome and work out the time from the digits on The Passage.

Popular places to visit

Union Square featuring food, markets and street scenes

Union Square Park

This vibrant and energetic square is a must-see for all foodies visiting New York.

Union Square Park

Union Square Theatre

You can make plans for a show at Union Square Theatre during your trip to New York. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene and fascinating museums in this vibrant area.

Union Square Theatre

Center for Jewish History

You can spend time exploring the galleries in Center for Jewish History in New York. Experience the fascinating museums and acclaimed theatre scene in this vibrant area.

Center for Jewish History

Daryl Roth Theatre

You can get tickets for a performance at Daryl Roth Theatre during your trip to New York. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene and entertainment choices in this vibrant area.

Daryl Roth Theatre

Theodore Roosevelt Birthplace National Historic Site

You can spend time studying the exhibits at Theodore Roosevelt Birthplace National Historic Site during your travels in New York. Experience the fascinating museums and entertainment choices in this vibrant area.

Theodore Roosevelt Birthplace National Historic Site

Marquis de Lafayette Statue

You can learn about the history of New York with a visit to Marquis de Lafayette Statue. Experience the fascinating museums and acclaimed theatre scene in this vibrant area.

Marquis de Lafayette Statue

Activities

Titanique on Broadway

Titanique on Broadway

AU$95
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Titanique on Broadway
Neapolitan-style pizza at Grimaldi's

A Slice of Brooklyn Pizza Tour

AU$166
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
A Slice of Brooklyn Pizza Tour
Custom Private Tour of Manhattan

Custom Private Tour of Manhattan

AU$158
per traveller
Custom Private Tour of Manhattan
Central Park during Golden Hour

Capture NYC Personalized Photo Tours with a Local Expert

AU$1,186
per adult
Capture NYC Personalized Photo Tours with a Local Expert
Walk 3 NYC Squares Gramercy Park, Madison Square and Union Square

Walk 3 NYC Squares: Gramercy Park, Madison and Union Squares

AU$474
per traveller
Walk 3 NYC Squares: Gramercy Park, Madison and Union Squares
Vegan Macaroons

Vegan Food tour in New York City ́s East Village

AU$245
per adult
Vegan Food tour in New York City ́s East Village
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Our pick of the best Union Square Hotel Deals

Chelsea Inn
Chelsea Inn
3 out of 5
46 W 17th St, New York, NY
The price is AU$311 per night from 6 Apr to 7 Apr
AU$311
includes taxes & fees
6 Apr - 7 Apr
Stay at this 3-star hotel in New York. Enjoy free WiFi, premium TV channels, and housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,460 reviews)
"Small room in walking distance of site's to see plus near plenty of shops, bars, cafes etc Very basic room but clean and tidy and although on early arrival my room wasnt ready, the check in staff took my luggage to allow me to explore minus mv suitcase Was exactly what I wanted"

Reviewed on 26 Mar. 2025

Chelsea Inn
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
The price is AU$398 per night from 6 Apr to 7 Apr
AU$398
includes taxes & fees
6 Apr - 7 Apr
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 ...
8/10 Very Good! (4,910 reviews)
"great that it was close to the theater district and walkable. only thing is that the hotel and rooms are dimly lit, not a problem but just not bright."

Reviewed on 28 Mar. 2025

Hyatt Grand Central New York
The Manhattan at Times Square Hotel
The Manhattan at Times Square Hotel
4 out of 5
790 7th Ave, New York, NY
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$314 per night from 7 Apr to 8 Apr
AU$314
includes taxes & fees
7 Apr - 8 Apr
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in New York. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), a 24-hour fitness center, and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful ...
5.6/10 (4,348 reviews)
"As it happened, the place was full of high school seniors conducting college tours. Unfortunately, they were up making noise in the hallways all night long, which sucked, but otherwise nice stay. Also, the hotel is under renovation. We were fortunate to get one of the "new" rooms. One person described ..."

Reviewed on 27 Mar. 2025

The Manhattan at Times Square Hotel
Millennium Hotel Broadway Times Square
Millennium Hotel Broadway Times Square
4 out of 5
145 W 44th St, New York, NY
The price is AU$340 per night from 6 Apr to 7 Apr
AU$340
includes taxes & fees
6 Apr - 7 Apr
Book a stay at this eco-certified hotel in New York. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour fitness center, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
7.4/10 Good! (5,127 reviews)
"Outlets an air conditioning didn’t work on my room"

Reviewed on 29 Mar. 2025

Millennium Hotel Broadway Times Square
Sheraton New York Times Square Hotel
Sheraton New York Times Square Hotel
4 out of 5
811 7th Ave, New York, NY
The price is AU$378 per night from 6 Apr to 7 Apr
AU$378
includes taxes & fees
6 Apr - 7 Apr
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in New York. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), a 24-hour fitness center, and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the ...
7.6/10 Good! (3,338 reviews)
"If they weren’t doing construction and renovation work, I would have added another star to each category."

Reviewed on 28 Mar. 2025

Sheraton New York Times Square Hotel
Hilton Garden Inn New York/Manhattan-Chelsea
Hilton Garden Inn New York/Manhattan-Chelsea
3 out of 5
121 W 28th St, New York, NY
The price is AU$364 per night from 6 Apr to 7 Apr
AU$364
includes taxes & fees
6 Apr - 7 Apr
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in New York. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8/10 Very Good! (2,709 reviews)
"clean"

Reviewed on 29 Mar. 2025

Hilton Garden Inn New York/Manhattan-Chelsea
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Other neighbourhoods around Union Square

Greenwich Village which includes a fountain

Greenwich Village

5/5(8 area reviews)

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
The High Line Park showing a garden, street scenes and a city

Chelsea

4/5(27 area reviews)

Chelsea is highly notable for its popular shops, and you might want to visit top sights like Madison Square Garden and Joyce Theater. See more of New York by jumping on the metro at 23 St. Station (8th Av.) or 23 St. Station (7th Av.).

Chelsea
SoHo - Tribeca showing a city

SoHo

4.5/5(3 area reviews)

You might take some time to check out the abundant dining options in SoHo. Spend some time visiting top spots like New York Earth Room, and catch the metro at Prince St. Station or Spring St. Station to see more of the area.

SoHo
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Garment District

4.5/5(6 area reviews)

Gourmet restaurants great entertainment and top sights from Macy's to Swedish Cottage Marionette Theatre – discover Garment District, a destination also famous for its shopping.

Garment District
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Midtown

4.5/5(75 area reviews)

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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Lower East Side

4.5/5(8 area reviews)

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.

Lower East Side

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