Midtown Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Midtown
Midtown
Midtown
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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
Ed Sullivan Theater featuring a city and signage as well as a large group of people

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
Madison Square Garden

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
Manhattan Cruise Terminal

Manhattan Cruise Terminal

Explore the waterfront in New York with a trip to Manhattan Cruise Terminal. Experience the entertainment choices and fascinating museums in this vibrant area.

Manhattan Cruise Terminal

Activities

Empire State Building General & Skip-the-Line Ticket Options

Empire State Building General & Skip-the-Line Ticket Options

AU$69
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Empire State Building General & Skip-the-Line Ticket Options
NYC: Museum of Sex Entry Ticket

NYC: Museum of Sex Entry Ticket

AU$67
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
NYC: Museum of Sex Entry Ticket
The Lion King On Broadway

The Lion King On Broadway

AU$233
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
The Lion King On Broadway
Get Your 15 Seconds of Fame on a Times Square Billboard in NYC!

Get Your 15 Seconds of Fame on a Times Square Billboard in NYC!

AU$230
per adult
74% of travellers recommend
Get Your 15 Seconds of Fame on a Times Square Billboard in NYC!
Hard Rock Cafe bar in New York

Dining at Hard Rock Cafe New York City

AU$60
per traveller
72% of travellers recommend
Dining at Hard Rock Cafe New York City
New York: Broadway Comedy Club All Star Stand-Up Comedy Live

New York: Broadway Comedy Club All Star Stand-Up Comedy Live

AU$38
per adult
84% of travellers recommend
New York: Broadway Comedy Club All Star Stand-Up Comedy Live
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Our pick of the best Midtown Hotel Deals

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$359 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
AU$359
1 Sept - 2 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in New York. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), a 24-hour fitness center, and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the ...
7.4/10 Good! (4,216 reviews)
"The hotel is dilapidated and bathroom was not clean. The bed was comfortable."

Reviewed on 12 Aug. 2025

Sheraton New York Times Square Hotel
Hyatt Grand Central New York

Hyatt Grand Central New York

4 out of 5
109 East 42nd Street, at Grand Central Terminal, New York, NY
The price is AU$387 per night from 17 Aug to 18 Aug
AU$387
17 Aug - 18 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in New York. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful ...
8/10 Very Good! (5,972 reviews)
"Water in our room was dark brown and requested to moved to a different room but was asked to wait for availability of other rooms."

Reviewed on 14 Aug. 2025

Hyatt Grand Central New York
Hotel Edison Times Square

Hotel Edison Times Square

4 out of 5
228 W 47th St, New York, NY
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$302 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
AU$302
24 Aug - 25 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in New York. Enjoy 2 restaurants, room service, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (4,635 reviews)
"Beautiful Vintage Hotel! Stand were wonderfully helpful and accommodating. Bed was Very comfortable and we didn’t hear a sound at night! (You do hear the great band in the restaurant before 10pm but it’s all good! ) Free and Low cost breakfast/ brunch options are wonderful and make it easy to start ..."

Reviewed on 12 Aug. 2025

Hotel Edison Times Square
Hotel St. James

Hotel St. James

2.5 out of 5
109 W. 45TH ST., New York, NY
Stay at this hotel in New York. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour front desk, and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (6,219 reviews)
"I would stay here again and recommend !"

Reviewed on 14 Aug. 2025

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Hotel St. James
NEW YORKER BY LOTTE HOTELS

NEW YORKER BY LOTTE HOTELS

4 out of 5
481 Eighth Ave., New York, NY
The price is AU$302 per night from 17 Aug to 18 Aug
AU$302
17 Aug - 18 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in New York. Enjoy 3 restaurants, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast ...
8/10 Very Good! (5,719 reviews)
Fantastic Hotel
"Everything from customer service, comfort of room, food options, to the view, were absolutely fantastic. I would highly recommend this hotel."

Reviewed on 13 Aug. 2025

NEW YORKER BY LOTTE HOTELS
Arlo Midtown

Arlo Midtown

4 out of 5
351 West 38th Street, New York, NY
The price is AU$312 per night from 17 Aug to 18 Aug
AU$312
17 Aug - 18 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in New York. Enjoy free WiFi, a rooftop terrace, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (5,726 reviews)
"Easy access from Penn station"

Reviewed on 12 Aug. 2025

Arlo Midtown
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Other neighbourhoods around Midtown

Times Square featuring cbd, a statue or sculpture and a skyscraper

Theater District

Gourmet restaurants acclaimed theatres and top sights from Times Square to Broadway – discover Theater District, a destination also famous for its shopping.

Theater District
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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.

Central New York City
Chrysler Building which includes a city, a skyscraper and landscape views

Midtown East

4.5/5(95 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 showing a bar, interior views and dining out

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
New York which includes signage, a city and a skyscraper

Central Park South

5/5(1 area review)

If you're spending time in Central Park South, check out sights like Rockefeller Center or Broadway and hop on the metro to see more of the city at 57 St. - 7 Av Station or 57 St. Station.

Central Park South
The High Line Park showing street scenes, a city and a garden

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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