Midtown East Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Chrysler Building which includes a city, a skyscraper and landscape views
Grand Central Terminal
Chrysler Building showing heritage elements and a city
Midtown East
United Nations Headquarters featuring a city

Among all the dazzling architecture of Midtown East, Grand Central Terminal remains the most beloved, and the most iconic.

The skyline of Midtown East is dominated by some of America’s favourite skyscrapers – the Chrysler Building, Seagram’s, Graybar – but Grand Central is undoubtedly the jewel in this area’s crown. Its lovely beaux arts stylings are the source of endless photo ops. There are big-name stores over on Fifth Avenue, and fashionable boutiques on Madison, while the United Nations headquarters are down by the river, but to see the true “old” New York, you’d best meet at Grand Central.


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Our pick of the best Midtown East 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$422 per night from 2 July to 3 July
AU$422
2 July - 3 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! (5,446 reviews)
"Perfect location"

Reviewed on 29 Jun. 2025

Hyatt Grand Central New York
The Westin New York Grand Central
The Westin New York Grand Central
4.5 out of 5
212 East 42nd Street, New York, NY
The price is AU$399 per night from 2 July to 3 July
AU$399
2 July - 3 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in New York. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), room service, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and ...
9/10 Wonderful! (3,271 reviews)
"Great location - walk to some great attractions or venture uptown and downtown via 4, 5 and 6 trains which are a few mins walk away. Staff were polite, professional and friendly. Food very good and cocktails extremely good. Room was spacious and super clean. Only thing missing is a pool."

Reviewed on 30 Jun. 2025

The Westin New York Grand Central
The Lexington Hotel, Autograph Collection
The Lexington Hotel, Autograph Collection
4 out of 5
511 Lexington Ave at 48th St., New York, NY
The price is AU$344 per night from 6 July to 7 July
AU$344
6 July - 7 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in New York. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,275 reviews)
"This was great for my visit, clean, walkable and close to Grand Central."

Reviewed on 25 Jun. 2025

The Lexington Hotel, Autograph Collection
The Shelburne Sonesta New York
The Shelburne Sonesta New York
4 out of 5
303 Lexington Avenue, New York, NY
The price is AU$356 per night from 3 July to 4 July
AU$356
3 July - 4 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in New York. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), a health club, and WiFi (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,631 reviews)
"The room was clean daily and the hotel is in a quiet area."

Reviewed on 30 Jun. 2025

The Shelburne Sonesta New York
Courtyard New York Manhattan/ Midtown East
Courtyard New York Manhattan/ Midtown East
3 out of 5
866 3rd Avenue, New York, NY
The price is AU$350 per night from 6 July to 7 July
AU$350
6 July - 7 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in New York. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), a 24-hour fitness center, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (2,243 reviews)
"Great location, great service but the bed was hard and the springs creaked (and I’m a smallish woman."

Reviewed on 28 Jun. 2025

Courtyard New York Manhattan/ Midtown East
Lotte New York Palace
Lotte New York Palace
4.5 out of 5
455 Madison Ave, New York, NY
The price is AU$919 per night from 21 July to 22 July
AU$919
21 July - 22 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! (1,517 reviews)
"My favorite hotel in nyc due to large rooms and great staff. Angel the bellman gets 5 stars."

Reviewed on 29 Jun. 2025

Lotte New York Palace
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Other neighbourhoods around Midtown East

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Central New York City

Known for its soaring skyscrapers and eye-catching views, there's plenty to explore in Central New York City. Check out top attractions like Broadway and Times Square, and jump on the metro at 49th St. Station or 50 St. Station (Broadway) to see more of the city.

Central New York City
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Theater District

Gourmet restaurants acclaimed theatres and top sights from Times Square to Broadway – discover Theater District, a destination also famous for its shopping.

Theater 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.

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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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Hell's Kitchen

Known for its soaring skyscrapers, popular shops and eye-catching views, there's plenty to explore in Hell's Kitchen. Top attractions like Manhattan Cruise Terminal and Restaurant Row are major draws. Catch the metro at 50 St. Station (8th Av.) or 42 St. - Port Authority Bus Terminal Station to see more of the city.

Hell's Kitchen
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Central Park South

5/5(1 area review)

If you're spending time in Central Park South, check out sights like Rockefeller Center or Broadway and hop on the metro to see more of the city at 57 St. - 7 Av Station or 57 St. Station.

Central Park South

Midtown East Travel Guide

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