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

Center for Jewish History

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

Theodore Roosevelt Birthplace National Historic Site

Union Square Theatre

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

Union Square Theatre

DR2 Theatre

You can enjoy a show at DR2 Theatre on your trip to New York. Experience the fascinating museums and acclaimed theatre scene in this vibrant area.

DR2 Theatre

Activities

Titanique on Broadway

Titanique on Broadway

AU$113
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Titanique on Broadway
Vegan Macaroons

Vegan Food tour in New York City ́s East Village

AU$239
per adult
Vegan Food tour in New York City ́s East Village
Central Park during Golden Hour

Capture NYC Personalized Photo Tours with a Local Expert

AU$1,156
per adult
Capture NYC Personalized Photo Tours with a Local Expert
Statue of Liberty & Ellis Island Tour + Pedestal Access

Statue of Liberty & Ellis Island Tour: All Options

AU$114
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Statue of Liberty & Ellis Island Tour: All Options
Edge NYC

NYC Edge Observation Deck at Hudson Yards Admission Ticket

AU$60
per adult
82% of travellers recommend
NYC Edge Observation Deck at Hudson Yards Admission Ticket
Catacombs by Candlelight

Catacombs by Candlelight

AU$59
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Catacombs by Candlelight
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Our pick of the best Union Square Hotel Deals

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$359 per night from 27 July to 28 July
AU$359
27 July - 28 July
includes taxes & fees
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! (5,407 reviews)
"The staff are friendly and helful"

Reviewed on 26 Jun. 2025

Hyatt Grand Central New York
The Manhattan at Times Square
The Manhattan at Times Square
4 out of 5
790 7th Ave, New York, NY
The price is AU$235 per night from 3 July to 4 July
AU$235
3 July - 4 July
includes taxes & fees
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 (4,362 reviews)
"Location is perfect! Staff very nice. Parking was easy and close. I got an old room, but it was fine!"

Reviewed on 27 Jun. 2025

The Manhattan at Times Square
Arlo Midtown
Arlo Midtown
4 out of 5
351 West 38th Street, New York, NY
The price is AU$268 per night from 6 July to 7 July
AU$268
6 July - 7 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in New York. Enjoy free WiFi, a rooftop terrace, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (5,647 reviews)
"Best hotel I’ve stayed in a long while. Even though the rooms are not super big cause NYC, they are effectively designed and optimized. My favorite part was the cleanliness of the room, the coffee bar and rooftop bar!"

Reviewed on 25 Jun. 2025

Arlo Midtown
Hotel Stanford
Hotel Stanford
3 out of 5
43 W 32nd St, New York, NY
The price is AU$352 per night from 21 July to 22 July
AU$352
21 July - 22 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in New York. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,495 reviews)
"Perfect location. Friendly staff. Breakfast did not have an extensive selection. Quiet and clean."

Reviewed on 27 Jun. 2025

Hotel Stanford
The New Yorker Hotel
The New Yorker Hotel
4 out of 5
481 Eighth Ave., New York, NY
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$267 per night from 30 June to 1 July
AU$267
30 June - 1 July
includes taxes & fees
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! (5,481 reviews)
"Clean hotel very well experience overall a little pricy"

Reviewed on 26 Jun. 2025

The New Yorker Hotel
Hard Rock Hotel New York
Hard Rock Hotel New York
4.5 out of 5
159 W 48th St, New York, NY
The price is AU$600 per night from 3 July to 4 July
AU$600
3 July - 4 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in New York. Enjoy a nightclub, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the restaurant and the bar ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (4,559 reviews)
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"Very good. Thought $20 to use in hotel was a joke. Really a ploy to have us spend more money. Staff all did a good job"

Reviewed on 27 Jun. 2025

Hard Rock Hotel New York
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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
West Village featuring signage, city views and café lifestyle

West Village

Consider a visit to Bleecker Street and take some time to enjoy the abundant dining options during your time in West Village. If you want to see more of the city, jump on the metro at Christopher St. - Sheridan Sq. Station or 14 St. Station (7th Ave.).

West 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 Chelsea Hotel. 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 Leslie-Lohman Museum of Art, 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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