East Williamsburg Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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Popular places to visit
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.
Statue of Liberty
Probably one of the most famous Statues of modern times, this iconic symbol of freedom, democracy and hope is a national treasure loved by millions worldwide.
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.
Grand Central Terminal
This glorious, buzzing hub for commuters is an absolute must-see for history and architecture lovers.
Activities
New York: Area 53 NYC Adventure Park Experience
3 Hour Session at Williamsburg's Adventure Park Area 53
Statue of Liberty & Ellis Island Tour: All Options
Our pick of the best East Williamsburg Hotel Deals
Sheraton New York Times Square Hotel
Hotel Edison Times Square
Arlo Midtown
Hotel St. James
Millennium Hotel Broadway Times Square
PUBLIC, an Ian Schrager hotel
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Other neighbourhoods around East Williamsburg
Williamsburg
Noted for its cafes and live music, there's plenty to explore in Williamsburg. Top attractions like Brooklyn Brewery and Music Hall of Williamsburg 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.
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.
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.
Midtown South
While you're in Midtown South, take in top sights like Empire State Building or Madison Square Garden, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at 34 St. Station (Herald Square) or 33 St. Station (Park Av. S).
SoHo
You might take some time to check out the abundant dining options in SoHo. Spend some time visiting top spots like Singer Building, and catch the metro at Prince St. Station or Spring St. Station to see more of the area.
Midtown East
Gourmet restaurants great entertainment and top sights from Grand Central Terminal to 5th Avenue – discover Midtown East, a destination also famous for its shopping.
- Times Square
- Central Park
- Broadway
- Statue of Liberty
- Madison Square Garden
- Grand Central Terminal
- Rockefeller Center
- MetLife Stadium
- American Dream
- Empire State Building
- Yankee Stadium
- Cape Liberty Cruise Port
- One World Trade Center
- Barclays Center Brooklyn
- Brooklyn Cruise Terminal
- Columbia University
- 5th Avenue
- Brooklyn Bridge
- Wall Street
- Bryant Park
- Jacob K. Javits Convention Center
- Lincoln Center
- Bronx Zoo
- Radio City Music Hall
- Metropolitan Museum of Art
- Prudential Center
- United Nations Headquarters
- Flushing Meadows-Corona Park
- Columbus Circle
