Financial District Travel Guide

Tourist Guide
Financial District
Explore the symbolic center of global finance, walk along the harbor and admire New Yorkers’ resilience in this scenic area.

With a picturesque setting, spectacular architecture and fascinating local history, the Financial District is much more than a workplace. The original Wall Street settlement was named for a Dutch wall built in 1653, but the character of the area has since changed dynamically. Visit the Financial District to walk the streets of southernmost Manhattan and admire the striking constructions of the world’s financial capital.

Start at City Hall Park, a popular green oasis ringed by impressive historical structures including New York’s City Hall and the elegant Woolworth Building. You’re likely to see high-powered investment bankers taking welcome midday breaks here.

Walk south toward America’s longstanding financial capital, Wall Street. Spot the Federal Reserve Bank of New York, a palatial Italian Renaissance building that holds one of the world’s largest depositories of monetary gold. Photograph the New York Stock Exchange, where billions of dollars of stocks change hands daily. The Italian artist Arturo di Modica originally installed his Charging Bull statue here. Find it now in nearby Bowling Green.

Stroll through Battery Park at Manhattan’s scenic southern tip. Join locals and visitors jogging, socializing and savoring views of the Statue of Liberty across the water. Relax on a bench, stroll in the shade or visit the SeaGlass Carousel before catching a round-trip ferry over New York Harbor.

Continue on to the 9/11 Memorial and Museum, a space for reflection where the Twin Towers once stood. Honor New York’s brave firefighters at the adjacent FDNY Memorial Wall. Visit the lovely St. Paul’s Chapel, Manhattan’s oldest surviving church building, which hosted memorials and homages as local communities recovered from the 9/11 tragedies.

The Financial District is located at the southern end of Manhattan, easily accessible by a number of subway lines and commuter trains. Visitors from Staten Island or New Jersey can travel by ferry to arrive at Battery Park. The area is best navigated on foot. Afterward head to the South Street Seaport to shop, eat and drink amid historic surroundings.


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Our pick of the best Financial District Hotel Deals

Four Points By Sheraton New York Downtown
Four Points By Sheraton New York Downtown
3.5 out of 5
6 Platt St, New York, NY
The price is AU$211 per night from 24 Nov to 25 Nov
AU$211
includes taxes & fees
24 Nov - 25 Nov
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in New York. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,795 reviews)
"Few employees working at the roof top (29 floor), particularly the security guy at service on Saturday around 6 to 8 pm was disrespectful and impolite. Thanks to manager who apologies for its bad behavior."

Reviewed on 30 Oct. 2024

Four Points By Sheraton New York Downtown
World Center Hotel
World Center Hotel
4 out of 5
144 Washington St, New York, NY
The price is AU$354 per night from 24 Nov to 25 Nov
AU$354
includes taxes & fees
24 Nov - 25 Nov
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in New York. Enjoy free WiFi, room service, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the bar and the helpful ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (2,215 reviews)
"Great all around."

Reviewed on 31 Oct. 2024

World Center Hotel
Hilton Garden Inn NYC Financial Center/Manhattan Downtown
Hilton Garden Inn NYC Financial Center/Manhattan Downtown
4 out of 5
6 Water St, New York, NY
The price is AU$276 per night from 24 Nov to 25 Nov
AU$276
includes taxes & fees
24 Nov - 25 Nov
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in New York. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (2,054 reviews)
Superb customer service
"Front desk staff was superb in their service. Very friendly and attentive. Zoraida and Martin both went above and beyond to assist me when I realized I had forgotten to pack my phone charger's brick. Front desk also offered great recommendation on places to see and to grab something to eat. I would ..."

Reviewed on 25 Oct. 2024

Hilton Garden Inn NYC Financial Center/Manhattan Downtown
DoubleTree by Hilton New York Downtown
DoubleTree by Hilton New York Downtown
4 out of 5
8 Stone St, New York, NY
The price is AU$249 per night from 25 Nov to 26 Nov
AU$249
includes taxes & fees
25 Nov - 26 Nov
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in New York. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), room service, and a 24-hour health club. Our guests praise the helpful ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,801 reviews)
"Excellent choice for a trip to NYC for two. The hotel is spotlessly clean, the rooms are actually larger than most city hotel rooms, and it was very quiet and peaceful. We had no issues waiting on an elevator as others have mentioned, and the rooms were made up daily. This hotel is also easy walking ..."

Reviewed on 28 Oct. 2024

DoubleTree by Hilton New York Downtown
The Cloud One New York-Downtown, by the Motel One Group
The Cloud One New York-Downtown, by the Motel One Group
3 out of 5
133 Greenwich St, New York, NY
The price is AU$300 per night from 24 Nov to 25 Nov
AU$300
includes taxes & fees
24 Nov - 25 Nov
Stay at this 3-star hotel in New York. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the bar and the helpful staff in our ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (809 reviews)
"Very unique and friendly"

Reviewed on 28 Oct. 2024

The Cloud One New York-Downtown, by the Motel One Group
The Washington by LuxUrban
The Washington by LuxUrban
3 out of 5
8 Albany Street, New York, NY
Stay at this 3-star hotel in New York. Enjoy a 24-hour fitness center, a 24-hour front desk, and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,003 reviews)
"Everyone and everything was great"

Reviewed on 22 Oct. 2024

The Washington by LuxUrban
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Other neighbourhoods around Financial District

SoHo - Tribeca featuring street scenes and a city as well as a large group of people

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 Children's Museum of the Arts, and catch the metro at Prince St. Station or Spring St. Station to see more of the area.

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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
Downtown Brooklyn showing heritage elements and a bridge

Downtown Brooklyn

4/5(4 area reviews)

Spend some time visiting places like Brooklyn Bridge while getting to know Downtown Brooklyn, and be sure to check out the abundant dining options. You can hop aboard the metro at Jay St. - Tech Station or York St. Station to see more of the area.

Downtown Brooklyn
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.

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East Village

3/5(1 area review)

If you're spending time in East Village, you might enjoy attractions like Tompkins Square Park and St. Marks Place. You might also enjoy the neighbourhood's ample dining options before hopping on the metro at 1 Av. Station to see more of the city.

East 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

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