Central Park West Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit
Manhattan Cruise Terminal
Explore the waterfront in New York with a trip to Manhattan Cruise Terminal. Experience the entertainment choices and fascinating museums in this vibrant area.
Columbia University
Enjoy the student vibe around Columbia University, a top university in New York. Experience the acclaimed art galleries and fascinating museums in this vibrant area.
Lincoln Center
See some of the world’s greatest performing arts events in one of the most culturally rich cities on the planet in this large architecturally impressive complex.
Columbus Circle
In the middle of this traffic circle is an iconic monument that celebrates the great explorer and marks the transition from the city to the relaxing atmosphere of Central Park.
American Museum of Natural History
See natural wonders from mammoth dinosaurs to delicate butterflies to outer space in this vast museum in the heart of Manhattan.
Intrepid Sea, Air and Space Museum
You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Intrepid Sea, Air and Space Museum during your trip to New York. Experience the fascinating museums and acclaimed theatre scene in this vibrant area.
Activities
American Museum of Natural History Tickets
Dining at Hard Rock Cafe New York City
New York: Broadway Comedy Club All Star Stand-Up Comedy Live
Our pick of the best Central Park West Hotel Deals
Hotel Edison Times Square
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Pod Times Square
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Paramount Times Square
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The Westin New York at Times Square
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The Manhattan at Times Square
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New York Marriott Marquis
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Other neighbourhoods around Central Park West
Upper West Side
Known for its fascinating museums and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Upper West Side. Check out top attractions like Children's Museum of Manhattan and Zabar's, and jump on the metro at 86 St. Station (Broadway) or 79 St. Station to see more of the city.
Manhattan
Known for its fascinating museums, important monuments and soaring skyscrapers, there's plenty to explore in Manhattan. Top attractions like Manhattan Cruise Terminal and Rockefeller Center are major draws. Catch the metro at 81 St. - Museum of Natural History Station or 86 St. Station (Central Park West) to see more of the city.
Uptown
While you're in Uptown, take in top sights like Belvedere Castle or Metropolitan Museum of Art, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at 81 St. - Museum of Natural History Station or 77 St. Station (Lexington Av.).
Central Park South
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.
Upper East Side
Known for its interesting museums and stunning river views, there's plenty to explore in Upper East Side. Top attractions like 5th Avenue and Frick Collection are major draws, and you can catch the metro at 77 St. Station (Lexington Av.) or 72nd Street Station to see more of the city.
Lenox Hill
If you're spending time in Lenox Hill, check out sights like 5th Avenue or Park Avenue Armory and hop on the metro to see more of the city at 72nd Street Station or 68 St. - Hunter College Station.
- Times Square
- Broadway
- Columbia University
- Lincoln Center
- Columbus Circle
- American Museum of Natural History
- Intrepid Sea
- Broadway Theatre
- Gershwin Theater
- Beacon Theater
- Hayden Planetarium
- Ed Sullivan Theater
- The Majestic Theater
- Terminal 5
- Times Square Church
- Studio 54
- Minskoff Theater
- Al Hirschfeld Theatre
- Walter Kerr Theatre
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