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

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 art galleries and fascinating museums in this vibrant area.

Theodore Roosevelt Birthplace National Historic Site

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 theatre scene in this vibrant area.

Daryl Roth Theatre

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

DR2 Theatre

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

DR2 Theatre

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 entertainment choices in this vibrant area.

Union Square Theatre

Activities

Central Park during Golden Hour

Capture NYC Personalized Photo Tours with a Local Expert

AU$1,159
per adult
Capture NYC Personalized Photo Tours with a Local Expert
Vegan Macaroons

Vegan Food tour in New York City ́s East Village

AU$240
per adult
Vegan Food tour in New York City ́s East Village
SUMMIT One Vanderbilt Experience Tickets

SUMMIT One Vanderbilt Experience Tickets

AU$74
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
SUMMIT One Vanderbilt Experience Tickets
Statue of Liberty & Ellis Island Tour + Pedestal Access

Statue of Liberty & Ellis Island Tour: All Options

AU$115
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$61
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

Chelsea Inn
Chelsea Inn
3 out of 5
46 W 17th St, New York, NY
The price is AU$234 per night from 10 Aug to 11 Aug
AU$234
10 Aug - 11 Aug
includes taxes & fees
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 ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,635 reviews)
"I liked that it was easy to get to by subway and the neighborhood was nice. I gave my kids the bed and slept on the futon. It was horribly uncomfortable. The room was also right above a night club and was fairly noisy. If you stayed upstairs I suspect it would be much more quiet. I thought it was ..."

Reviewed on 10 Jul. 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$385 per night from 27 July to 28 July
AU$385
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! (5,566 reviews)
"Very clean and great location."

Reviewed on 9 Jul. 2025

Hyatt Grand Central New York
Hotel St. James
Hotel St. James
2.5 out of 5
109 W. 45TH ST., New York, NY
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$322 per night from 31 July to 1 Aug
AU$322
31 July - 1 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in New York. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour front desk, and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (6,080 reviews)
"Basic clean hotel at very busy place. Provides a safe place to sleep. Don't expect coffee maker, microwave or fridge or parking."

Reviewed on 10 Jul. 2025

Hotel St. James
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$358 per night from 10 Aug to 11 Aug
AU$358
10 Aug - 11 Aug
includes taxes & fees
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 ...
7.4/10 Good! (3,803 reviews)
"I liked the location. Enjoyed the hotel daily credit."

Reviewed on 10 Jul. 2025

Sheraton New York Times Square Hotel
Lotte New York Palace
Lotte New York Palace
4.5 out of 5
455 Madison Ave, New York, NY
The price is AU$844 per night from 26 July to 27 July
AU$844
26 July - 27 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in New York. Enjoy a full-service spa, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,528 reviews)
"Stayed in the Tower rooms with a view of Manhattan. loved this place. great service, great location, great hotel. very clean and iconic."

Reviewed on 11 Jul. 2025

Lotte New York Palace
Hotel Edison Times Square
Hotel Edison Times Square
4 out of 5
228 W 47th St, New York, NY
The price is AU$328 per night from 10 Aug to 11 Aug
AU$328
10 Aug - 11 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in New York. Enjoy 2 restaurants, room service, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (4,626 reviews)
"Place was perfect and conveniently located bye Times Square without all the noise and commotion!$"

Reviewed on 10 Jul. 2025

Hotel Edison Times Square
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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 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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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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