Union Square Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Union Square
Union Square which includes a city and a square or plaza
Union Square
Union Square which includes outdoor art and a statue or sculpture
Union Square featuring a monument, a city and a square or plaza

Union Square is a plaza… a park… a market… and it’s THE place to enjoy the life and soul of downtown Manhattan.

If there is one central place to hang out and experience the energy of central New York, it’s Union Square. New Yorkers and visitors alike love this central square for its eclectic mix of people and events. Watch the locals play chess or walk their dogs, admire the street performers, shop at the Greenmarket, or chat to a fortune teller. Look for the steaming Metronome and work out the time from the digits on The Passage.

Popular places to visit

Union Square featuring food, markets and street scenes

Union Square Park

This vibrant and energetic square is a must-see for all foodies visiting New York.

Union Square Park

Center for Jewish History

You can spend time exploring the galleries in Center for Jewish History in New York. Experience the entertainment choices and acclaimed theatre scene in this vibrant area.

Center for Jewish History

Daryl Roth Theatre

You can get tickets for a performance at Daryl Roth Theatre during your trip to New York. Experience the entertainment choices and acclaimed theatre scene in this vibrant area.

Daryl Roth Theatre

Theodore Roosevelt Birthplace National Historic Site

You can spend time studying the exhibits at Theodore Roosevelt Birthplace National Historic Site during your travels in New York. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene and fascinating museums in this vibrant area.

Theodore Roosevelt Birthplace National Historic Site

Union Square Theatre

You can make plans for a show at Union Square Theatre during your trip to New York. Experience the acclaimed art galleries and fascinating museums in this vibrant area.

Union Square Theatre

DR2 Theatre

You can enjoy a show at DR2 Theatre on your trip to New York. Experience the entertainment choices and acclaimed theatre scene in this vibrant area.

DR2 Theatre

Activities

Central Park during Golden Hour

Capture NYC Personalized Photo Tours with a Local Expert

AU$1,147
per adult
Capture NYC Personalized Photo Tours with a Local Expert
Vegan Macaroons

Vegan Food tour in New York City ́s East Village

AU$237
per adult
Vegan Food tour in New York City ́s East Village
Statue of Liberty & Ellis Island Tour + Pedestal Access

Statue of Liberty & Ellis Island Tour: All Options

AU$95
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Statue of Liberty & Ellis Island Tour: All Options
Empire State Building General & Skip-the-Line Ticket Options

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

AU$66
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Empire State Building General & Skip-the-Line Ticket Options
Edge New York City

NYC Edge Observation Deck at Hudson Yards Admission Ticket

AU$60
per adult
84% of travellers recommend
NYC Edge Observation Deck at Hudson Yards Admission Ticket
Statue of Liberty & Ellis Island Sunset Cruise

Statue of Liberty & Ellis Island Sunset Cruise

AU$39
per adult
78% of travellers recommend
Statue of Liberty & Ellis Island Sunset Cruise
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Our pick of the best Union Square Hotel Deals

Chelsea Inn

Chelsea Inn

3 out of 5
46 W 17th St, New York, NY
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$293 per night from 28 Sept to 29 Sept
AU$293
28 Sept - 29 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in New York. Enjoy free WiFi, premium TV channels, and housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,754 reviews)
"Very nice staff at the hotel! The property is great, but there is no lift. Btw, you can always rely on staff, they will help you to lift you luggage."

Reviewed on 23 Sept 2025

Chelsea Inn
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$408 per night from 26 Oct to 27 Oct
AU$408
26 Oct - 27 Oct
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 ...
7.2/10 Good! (4,821 reviews)
"Thank you soooooo much everything was great"

Reviewed on 25 Sept 2025

Sheraton New York Times Square Hotel
Lotte New York Palace

Lotte New York Palace

4.5 out of 5
455 Madison Ave, New York, NY
The price is AU$1,147 per night from 26 Oct to 27 Oct
AU$1,147
26 Oct - 27 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in New York. Enjoy a full-service spa, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,634 reviews)
"Large room with great view. Staff were very friendly and welcoming."

Reviewed on 23 Sept 2025

Lotte New York Palace
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
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$473 per night from 28 Sept to 29 Sept
AU$473
28 Sept - 29 Sept
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! (6,282 reviews)
"Noisy"

Reviewed on 24 Sept 2025

Hyatt Grand Central New York
Arlo Midtown

Arlo Midtown

4 out of 5
351 West 38th Street, New York, NY
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$348 per night from 28 Sept to 29 Sept
AU$348
28 Sept - 29 Sept
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! (5,802 reviews)
"Loved the roof top!! Our daughter, who lives in NYC, said it was the best roof top she’d been to!!"

Reviewed on 23 Sept 2025

Arlo Midtown
Paramount Times Square – A Generator Hotel

Paramount Times Square – A Generator Hotel

4 out of 5
235 West 46th Street, New York, NY
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$309 per night from 28 Sept to 29 Sept
AU$309
28 Sept - 29 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in New York. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour fitness center, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
7.4/10 Good! (1,224 reviews)
"I had a wonderful room and hotel experience to see 2 Broadway plays. Perfectly located, clean and great customer service."

Reviewed on 24 Sept 2025

Paramount Times Square – A Generator Hotel
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Other neighbourhoods around Union Square

Greenwich Village which includes a fountain

Greenwich Village

5/5(8 area reviews)

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.

Greenwich Village
West Village showing a city, central business district and signage

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.).

West Village
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
Chelsea showing a city

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).

Midtown South
SoHo - Tribeca showing a city

SoHo

4.5/5(3 area reviews)

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.

SoHo
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Midtown

4.5/5(75 area reviews)

Times Square and Broadway are a few top attractions in Midtown. Hop around the city on the metro at 42 St. - Bryant Pk. Station or Times Sq. - 42 St. Station and check out the area's fascinating museums, soaring skyscrapers and acclaimed art galleries.

Midtown

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