Civic Center Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Civic Center
Popular places to visit
City Hall Park
Discover this lovely little park as you take a walking tour of lower Manhattan. Stop at its visitor center to pick up information for the rest of your trip.
Woolworth Building
Find out about the history of New York with a stop at Woolworth Building. Discover the acclaimed theatre scene and notable monuments in this vibrant area.
Times Square
This neon paradise is a must-see for visitors wanting to sample New York’s chaotic downtown scene at its best.
Central Park
Offering a welcome break from the lights and buzz of the Manhattan concrete jungle, this park is a much loved spot to rest weary feet, stroll and enjoy a picnic.
Broadway
Crowded, loud, hectic and yet somehow unmissable, New York’s Times Square is one feature of Midtown Manhattan you’ll either love or loathe.
Madison Square Garden
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.
Activities
New York Explorer Pass: Visit 2-10 Attractions and Save Up to 50 Percent
American Museum of Natural History Tickets
Statue of Liberty & Ellis Island Tour: All Options
Intrepid Museum Admission Ticket
Private Audio Guided Walking Tour in New York
Discover NY: Guided Day Bus Tour of NYC
Our pick of the best Civic Center Hotel Deals
Sheraton New York Times Square Hotel
Everything is excellent
Reviewed on 20 Jan 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton New York Downtown
Clean room, friendly staff.
Reviewed on 19 Jan 2026
Hyatt Grand Central New York
Yes
Reviewed on 23 Jan 2026
Millennium Hotel Broadway Times Square
EVRYONE THERE WAS NICE AND HELPFUL. ROOMS WERE CLEAN AND SMELLED GREAT.
Reviewed on 18 Jan 2026
Hotel Edison Times Square
Noisy room
Reviewed on 23 Jan 2026
PUBLIC, an Ian Schrager hotel
We had to change hotel stays at the last minute on a Saturday night and found this gem. The room and the whole vibe was appealing and comfortable. The contemporary, but warm and energetic atmosphere went well with a trip to NYC. And all of the public spaces, lobby, restaurants, etc helped make the ...
Reviewed on 24 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Civic Center
Financial District
Enjoy the important monuments in Financial District. Brooklyn Bridge is a worthwhile stop, and you can jump on the metro at Wall St. Station (William St.) or Broad St. Station to see more of New York.
SoHo
You might take some time to check out the abundant dining options in SoHo. Spend some time visiting top spots like E. V. Haughwout Building, and catch the metro at Prince St. Station or Spring St. Station to see more of the area.
Lower East Side
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.
Greenwich Village
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.
Downtown Brooklyn
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.
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.).
