Midtown Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Midtown
Midtown
Midtown
Midtown
Midtown

Navigate successfully through the skyscrapers, suits and taxis that dominate daytime Midtown and you’ll find a whole heap of New York City landmarks you know and love.

Bustling Midtown, the centre of New York, has more than its fair share of cultural attractions and iconic places. There’s Grand Central Terminal and the Empire State Building for starters. Fifth Avenue is a top destination for window shopping, while to the east the scenic streets of Murray Hill lead off to the waterfront United Nations headquarters. Midtown will provide the architecture and the history, you just need to keep your eyes peeled for the hidden gems.

Popular places to visit

Times Square

Times Square

This neon paradise is a must-see for visitors wanting to sample New York’s chaotic downtown scene at its best.

Times Square
view from top on Madison Square Garden and Empire State Building. Night Lights

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.

Madison Square Garden
Grand Central Terminal

Grand Central Terminal

This glorious, buzzing hub for commuters is an absolute must-see for history and architecture lovers.

Grand Central Terminal
Rockefeller Center

Rockefeller Center

An eclectic mix of business and entertainment, this was considered one of Manhattan’s remarkable engineering feats when it was finally completed in the late 1930s.

Rockefeller Center
Broadway

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.

Broadway
Empire State Building

Empire State Building

View the stunning Manhattan skyline for the top of this iconic superstructure and experience a truly bird’s eye view of the entire city.

Empire State Building

Activities

SUMMIT One Vanderbilt Experience Tickets

SUMMIT One Vanderbilt Experience Tickets

AU$78
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
SUMMIT One Vanderbilt Experience Tickets
Go City: New York Explorer Pass - Entry to 2 to 10 Top Attractions

New York Explorer Pass: Visit 2-10 Attractions and Save Up to 50 Percent

AU$127
per adult
84% of travellers recommend
New York Explorer Pass: Visit 2-10 Attractions and Save Up to 50 Percent
Edge Observation Deck at Hudson Yards

Edge Observation Deck at Hudson Yards

AU$59
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Edge Observation Deck at Hudson Yards
Statue of Liberty & Ellis Island Tour + Pedestal Access

Statue of Liberty & Ellis Island Tour: All Options

AU$88
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Statue of Liberty & Ellis Island Tour: All Options
Deluxe Helicopter Tour

Ultimate Manhattan Highlights Helicopter Tours

AU$369
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Ultimate Manhattan Highlights Helicopter Tours
One World Observatory: Skip-the-Line Ticket

One World Observatory Tickets

AU$43
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
One World Observatory Tickets
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Our pick of the best Midtown Hotel Deals

Hyatt Grand Central New York

Hyatt Grand Central New York

4 out of 5
109 East 42nd Street New York NY
The price is AU$422 per night from 26 Apr to 27 Apr
AU$422
26 Apr - 27 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in New York. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (6,661 reviews)
Loved our stay!! Best location to access subways, made traveling easy, fast, and safe. All the staff were helpful and friendly especially the doorman Peter. The Hyatt grand central made our trip all the way from California memorable. Thank you

Reviewed on 14 Apr 2026

Hyatt Grand Central New York
Hotel Edison Times Square

Hotel Edison Times Square

4 out of 5
228 W 47th St New York NY
The price is AU$277 per night from 19 Apr to 20 Apr
AU$277
19 Apr - 20 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in New York. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in their ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (5,407 reviews)
Clean room staff is great

Reviewed on 15 Apr 2026

Hotel Edison Times Square
Sheraton New York Times Square Hotel

Sheraton New York Times Square Hotel

4 out of 5
811 7th Ave New York NY
The price is AU$398 per night from 19 Apr to 20 Apr
AU$398
19 Apr - 20 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in New York. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), a 24-hour fitness centre and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful ...
7.4/10 Good! (7,595 reviews)
The rooms were clean the staff at check-in and serving in all the hotel amenities like the library bar and the gift shop were really friendly. In the evenings when you arrive late, you have to show your room key to prove that their safety at the hotel and they will not just allow anybody in. They ...

Reviewed on 15 Apr 2026

Sheraton New York Times Square Hotel
NEW YORKER BY LOTTE HOTELS

NEW YORKER BY LOTTE HOTELS

4 out of 5
481 Eighth Ave. New York NY
The price is AU$261 per night from 19 Apr to 20 Apr
AU$261
19 Apr - 20 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in New York. Enjoy 3 restaurants, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (6,616 reviews)
they randomly change your card for items that were not ised

Reviewed on 15 Apr 2026

NEW YORKER BY LOTTE HOTELS
Paramount Times Square – A Generator Hotel

Paramount Times Square – A Generator Hotel

4 out of 5
235 West 46th Street New York NY
The price is AU$277 per night from 19 Apr to 20 Apr
AU$277
19 Apr - 20 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in New York. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
7.6/10 Good! (2,374 reviews)
Convenience to Sony Hall was the reason for choosing property

Reviewed on 15 Apr 2026

Paramount Times Square – A Generator Hotel
Millennium Hotel Broadway Times Square

Millennium Hotel Broadway Times Square

4 out of 5
145 W 44th St New York NY
The price is AU$298 per night from 26 Apr to 27 Apr
AU$298
26 Apr - 27 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in New York. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour fitness centre and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
7.8/10 Good! (6,649 reviews)
Too noisy , housekeeping crew kept banging the door of their storage which was located next to our room .. this would go on every night until 1am .. room is outdated , bathroom needs some serious help .specially for the cost. staff is great and friendly .. but facilities really needs some care and ...

Reviewed on 15 Apr 2026

Millennium Hotel Broadway Times Square
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Other neighbourhoods around Midtown

Theater District

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.

Theater District
Central Park panorama in autumn, New York City, USA

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 Times Square and Rockefeller Center, and jump on the metro at 49th St. Station or 50 St. Station (Broadway) to see more of the city.

Central New York City
Garment District

Garment District

4.5/5(6 area reviews)

Gourmet restaurants great entertainment and top sights from Hammerstein Ballroom to Macy's – discover Garment District, a destination also famous for its shopping.

Garment District
Midtown East

Midtown East

4.5/5(97 area reviews)

Gourmet restaurants great entertainment and top sights from Grand Central Terminal to 5th Avenue – discover Midtown East, a destination also famous for its shopping.

Midtown East
Hell's Kitchen

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.

Hell's Kitchen
Chelsea

Chelsea

4/5(27 area reviews)

Chelsea is highly notable for its popular shops, and you might want to visit top sights like Madison Square Garden and Chelsea Hotel. See more of New York by jumping on the metro at 23 St. Station (8th Av.) or 23 St. Station (7th Av.).

Chelsea

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