Midtown Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Midtown
Midtown
Midtown
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Midtown

Navigate successfully through the skyscrapers, suits and taxis that dominate daytime Midtown and you’ll find a whole heap of New York City landmarks you know and love.

Bustling Midtown, the center of New York, has more than its fair share of cultural attractions and iconic places. There’s Grand Central Terminal and the Empire State Building for starters. Fifth Avenue is a top destination for window shopping, while to the east the scenic streets of Murray Hill lead off to the waterfront United Nations headquarters. Midtown will provide the architecture and the history, you just need to keep your eyes peeled for the hidden gems.

Popular places to visit

Times Square

Times Square

4/5(324 reviews)

This neon paradise is a must-see for visitors wanting to sample New York’s chaotic downtown scene at its best.

Times Square
Ed Sullivan Theater featuring a city and signage as well as a large group of people

Broadway

4.5/5(275 reviews)

Crowded, loud, hectic and yet somehow unmissable, New York’s Times Square is one feature of Midtown Manhattan you’ll either love or loathe.

Broadway
Grand Central Terminal

Grand Central Terminal

4.5/5(242 reviews)

This glorious, buzzing hub for commuters is an absolute must-see for history and architecture lovers.

Grand Central Terminal
Madison Square Garden

Madison Square Garden

4.5/5(51 reviews)

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.

Madison Square Garden
Manhattan Cruise Terminal

Manhattan Cruise Terminal

Explore the waterfront in New York with a trip to Manhattan Cruise Terminal. Experience the acclaimed art galleries and fascinating museums in this vibrant area.

Manhattan Cruise Terminal
Rockefeller Center

Rockefeller Center

4.5/5(232 reviews)

An eclectic mix of business and entertainment, this was considered one of Manhattan’s remarkable engineering feats when it was finally completed in the late 1930s.

Rockefeller Center

Activities

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
Empire State Building General & Skip-the-Line Ticket Options

Empire State Building General & Skip-the-Line Ticket Options

AU$77
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Empire State Building General & Skip-the-Line Ticket Options
The Lion King On Broadway

The Lion King On Broadway

AU$247
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
The Lion King On Broadway
Get Your 15 Seconds of Fame on a Times Square Billboard in NYC!

Get Your 15 Seconds of Fame on a Times Square Billboard in NYC!

AU$231
per adult
74% of travellers recommend
Get Your 15 Seconds of Fame on a Times Square Billboard in NYC!
Hard Rock Cafe bar in New York

Dining at Hard Rock Cafe New York City

AU$61
per traveller
72% of travellers recommend
Dining at Hard Rock Cafe New York City
NYC: Museum of Sex Entry Ticket

NYC: Museum of Sex Entry Ticket

AU$67
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
NYC: Museum of Sex Entry Ticket
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Our pick of the best Midtown 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
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$386 per night from 30 June to 1 July
AU$386
30 June - 1 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! (5,339 reviews)
"Great hotel and room"

Reviewed on 21 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$320 per night from 6 July to 7 July
AU$320
6 July - 7 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 (4,344 reviews)
"The room was lovely, the view was so nice and the staff were very welcoming! Hope to book again in the future"

Reviewed on 21 Jun. 2025

The Manhattan at Times Square
Hotel Stanford
Hotel Stanford
3 out of 5
43 W 32nd St, New York, NY
The price is AU$282 per night from 22 June to 23 June
AU$282
22 June - 23 June
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! (1,464 reviews)
"Hotel very clean and staff very friendly, the only downfall is that thwy couldnt help me check in earlier eventhough I flew all night from California, I got to new york at 8am and they couldnt check me in until 4pm."

Reviewed on 21 Jun. 2025

Hotel Stanford
The New Yorker Hotel
The New Yorker Hotel
4 out of 5
481 Eighth Ave., New York, NY
The price is AU$324 per night from 22 June to 23 June
AU$324
22 June - 23 June
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! (5,461 reviews)
"Good"

Reviewed on 19 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$608 per night from 2 July to 3 July
AU$608
2 July - 3 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! (4,549 reviews)
"Security staff, check-in staff, & housekeeping staff were excellent. Restaurant staff was OK"

Reviewed on 21 Jun. 2025

Hard Rock Hotel New York
Arlo Midtown
Arlo Midtown
4 out of 5
351 West 38th Street, New York, NY
The price is AU$284 per night from 6 July to 7 July
AU$284
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! (5,618 reviews)
"I chose this hotel because of its proximity to a subway stop I needed to use to get to a concert in queens. The location is meh but the hotel itself is WONDERFUL. Clean, chic, friendly staff. There is a cute cafe in the lobby that will even deliver food up to your room at a moment’s notice. If there ..."

Reviewed on 19 Jun. 2025

Arlo Midtown
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Other neighbourhoods around Midtown

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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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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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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
Chrysler Building showing landscape views, a city and a skyscraper

Midtown East

4.5/5(95 area reviews)

Gourmet restaurants great entertainment and top sights from Grand Central Terminal to 5th Avenue – discover Midtown East, a destination also famous for its shopping.

Midtown East
Hell\'s Kitchen featuring a bar, dining out and interior views

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

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