Central New York City Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A tree-lined park path with benches and a fence.
A cityscape with a large park in the center, surrounded by high-rise buildings.
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A nighttime cityscape with illuminated skyscrapers and a busy street.
The Statue of Liberty with a cityscape in the background.

Stay near popular Central New York City attractions

Times Square with large billboards and skyscrapers.

Times Square

8.8/10 (110,704 reviews)
This neon paradise is a must-see for visitors wanting to sample New York’s chaotic downtown scene at its best.
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Activities

SUMMIT One Vanderbilt Experience Tickets

SUMMIT One Vanderbilt Experience Tickets

AU$70
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
SUMMIT One Vanderbilt Experience Tickets
Go City: New York Explorer Pass - Entry to 2 to 10 Top Attractions

New York Explorer Pass: Visit 2-10 Attractions and Save Up to 50 Percent

AU$121
per adult
84% of travellers recommend
New York Explorer Pass: Visit 2-10 Attractions and Save Up to 50 Percent
Top of the Rock Timed Admission

Top of the Rock Timed Admission

AU$72
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Top of the Rock Timed Admission
Edge Observation Deck at Hudson Yards

Edge Immersive Observation Deck Ticket

AU$62
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Edge Immersive Observation Deck Ticket
One World Observatory: Skip-the-Line Ticket

One World Observatory Tickets

AU$44
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
One World Observatory Tickets
Brooklyn Bridge footpath with Manhattan in background

Boroughs Tour: Brooklyn, Bronx, Harlem, Queens & Coney Island

AU$120
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
Boroughs Tour: Brooklyn, Bronx, Harlem, Queens & Coney Island
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Our pick of the best Central New York City Hotel Deals

ROW NYC

ROW NYC

4 out of 5
700 8th Avenue New York NY
The price is AU$299 per night from 20 Aug to 21 Aug
AU$299
20 Aug - 21 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in New York. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Popular attractions Times Square and Broadway are located ...
8.2/10 Very good! (921 reviews)
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Reviewed on 12 Aug 2026

ROW NYC
Hyatt Grand Central New York

Hyatt Grand Central New York

4 out of 5
109 East 42nd Street New York NY
The price is AU$316 per night from 16 Aug to 17 Aug
AU$316
16 Aug - 17 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in New York. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
Hyatt Grand Central New York
Lotte New York Palace

Lotte New York Palace

4.5 out of 5
455 Madison Ave New York NY
The price is AU$707 per night from 13 Aug to 14 Aug
AU$707
13 Aug - 14 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in New York. Enjoy a full-service spa, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,190 reviews)
"Disappointing Experience at Lotte New York Palace Unfortunately, my stay at Lotte New York Palace was quite disappointing. The staff was generally rude and not helpful, and I did not receive the level of hospitality I would expect from a luxury hotel. My room was very noisy, and when I asked to be ..."

Reviewed on 11 Aug 2026

Lotte New York Palace
NEW YORKER BY LOTTE HOTELS

NEW YORKER BY LOTTE HOTELS

4 out of 5
481 Eighth Ave. New York NY
The price is AU$296 per night from 16 Aug to 17 Aug
AU$296
16 Aug - 17 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in New York. Enjoy 3 restaurants, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in their ...
NEW YORKER BY LOTTE HOTELS
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$302 per night from 23 Aug to 24 Aug
AU$302
23 Aug - 24 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in New York. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), a 24-hour fitness centre and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful ...
Sheraton New York Times Square Hotel
Motto By Hilton New York City Times Square

Motto By Hilton New York City Times Square

4 out of 5
150 West 48th Street New York NY
The price is AU$218 per night from 16 Aug to 17 Aug
AU$218
16 Aug - 17 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in New York. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a fitness centre and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff in their ...
Motto By Hilton New York City Times Square
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Our guide on where to stay in Central New York City

Find the best Central New York City areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A bridge with an American flag, a city skyline, and a waterfront park.

Brooklyn

Known for its great live music and charming cafes, there's plenty to explore in Brooklyn. You can visit top attractions like Barclays Center Brooklyn and Brooklyn Bridge, and jump on the metro at Kingston - Throop Avs. Station or Nostrand Av. Station (Fulton St.) to see more of the city.

A city skyline with various high-rise buildings, including a distinctive skyscraper under construction, and a body of water in the foreground.

Midtown

Times Square and Rockefeller Center 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.

A large glass-domed building with a pond in front, surrounded by potted plants and people walking.

Bronx

Consider exploring the abundant dining options in Bronx. If sightseeing is on the list, Yankee Stadium is a top attraction. Hop on the metro at Bronx Park East Station or E 180 St. Station to see more of the area.

A rooftop garden with various plants and a view of historic buildings in the background.

Chelsea

Chelsea is highly notable for its popular shops, and you might want to visit top sights like Madison Square Garden and Joyce Theater. See more of New York by jumping on the metro at 23 St. Station (8th Av.) or 23 St. Station (7th Av.).

A riverside walkway with fountains, people sitting and walking, and a bridge in the background.

Williamsburg

Noted for its cafes and live music, there's plenty to explore in Williamsburg. Top attractions like McCarren Park Pool and The Living Room are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Metropolitan Av. Station or Lorimer St. Station (Metropolitan St.) to see more of the city.

Central New York City Travel Guide

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