Lincoln Square Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Lincoln Square
Popular places to visit
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.
Metropolitan Opera House
You can make plans for a show at Metropolitan Opera House during your stay in New York. Experience the fascinating museums and acclaimed art galleries in this vibrant area.
Time Warner Center
Glimpse an ultra-luxurious world in the two towers of the splendid Time Warner Center, home to some of New York City’s finest hotels, stores, bars and restaurants.
Alice Tully Hall
You can enjoy a show at Alice Tully Hall during your trip to New York. Experience the entertainment choices and acclaimed theatre scene in this vibrant area.
Congregation Shearith Israel
New York’s oldest Jewish community has a home in a neoclassical building overlooking Central Park and several historic cemeteries across two boroughs.
Activities
SUMMIT One Vanderbilt Experience Tickets
NYC: Museum of Modern Art (MoMA) Entry Ticket
Madame Tussauds New York Celebrity Wax Museum
New York Explorer Pass: Visit 2-10 Attractions and Save Up to 50 Percent
Edge Observation Deck at Hudson Yards
Empire State Building Observatory Tickets - General Admission & Express
Our pick of the best Lincoln Square Hotel Deals
Empire Hotel
The heat was broken and room and sheets weren’t clean. They did bring new sheets for me to make the bed and an extra comforter since it was so cold.
Reviewed on 21 Mar 2026
Hyatt Grand Central New York
Staff sometimes was not friendly but the hotel is at great location and it is beautiful
Reviewed on 22 Mar 2026
Sheraton New York Times Square Hotel
Had a pretty nice buffet breakfast and overall a beautiful hotel. The elevators do run really slow.
Reviewed on 22 Mar 2026
Paramount Times Square – A Generator Hotel
For a budget travel adventure the bunk bed room suited us fine. It was a tad older, but the vibe of the hotel was good.
Reviewed on 20 Mar 2026
Hotel Edison Times Square
The rooms were clean and the service was friendly and helpful. The location was central and there were subway stations close by.
Reviewed on 22 Mar 2026
Hyatt Regency Times Square
Great location
Reviewed on 22 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Lincoln Square
Hell's Kitchen
Known for its soaring skyscrapers, popular shops and eye-catching views, there's plenty to explore in Hell's Kitchen. Top attractions like Manhattan Cruise Terminal and New World Stages are major draws. Catch the metro at 50 St. Station (8th Av.) or 42 St. - Port Authority Bus Terminal Station to see more of the city.
Central New York City
Known for its soaring skyscrapers and eye-catching views, there's plenty to explore in Central New York City. Check out top attractions like Broadway and Times Square, and jump on the metro at 49th St. Station or 50 St. Station (Broadway) to see more of the city.
Theater District
Gourmet restaurants acclaimed theatres and top sights from Times Square to Rockefeller Center – discover Theater District, a destination also famous for its shopping.
Uptown
While you're in Uptown, take in top sights like Cleopatra's Needle or Belvedere Castle, 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.).
Manhattan
Known for its fascinating museums, important monuments and soaring skyscrapers, there's plenty to explore in Manhattan. Top attractions like Rockefeller Center and Times Square 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.
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.
