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 art galleries 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.
Grand Central Terminal
This glorious, buzzing hub for commuters is an absolute must-see for history and architecture lovers.
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
SUMMIT One Vanderbilt Experience Tickets
Top of the Rock Observation Deck
New York Explorer Pass: Visit 2-10 Attractions and Save Up to 50 Percent
NYC: Museum of Modern Art (MoMA) Entry Ticket
Statue of Liberty & Ellis Island Tour: All Options
Edge Observation Deck at Hudson Yards
Our pick of the best Civic Center Hotel Deals
Hyatt Grand Central New York
Clean Rooms
Reviewed on 13 May 2026
Sheraton New York Times Square Hotel
Well maintained establishment, the credit limit was $35 a night which sounds good but everything to eat is ~$30+ and they include the tip in the bill regardless, overall good stay and I was able to get to the subway with no problem
Reviewed on 13 May 2026
NEW YORKER BY LOTTE HOTELS
No refrigerator, coffee maker, nor microwave. There’s a Starbucks, in the lobby that opens at 6:30. Did not hear neighbors. Partner said the room was small, not too bad. Nice view from 25th floor. Tic Toc restaurant is open 24 hr., good and reasonable. Some nice Art Deco elements.
Reviewed on 13 May 2026
PUBLIC, an Ian Schrager hotel
Very fun and happening hotel.
Reviewed on 12 May 2026
Hampton Inn New York Times Square
We were there for 5 days. We’re told they’d clean every other day. They never cleaned our room. I paid extra for CITY VIEW!!! Our view was of another building. No city view!!! They were under construction that wasn’t told to us before hand.
Reviewed on 13 May 2026
Pod Times Square
Perfect location and the hotel was exactly what we needed for a one night stay!!
Reviewed on 13 May 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 Leslie-Lohman Museum of Art, 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.
West Village
Consider a visit to Bleecker Street and take some time to enjoy the abundant dining options during your time in West Village. If you want to see more of the city, jump on the metro at Christopher St. - Sheridan Sq. Station or 14 St. Station (7th Ave.).
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.
