Upper Manhattan Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Upper Manhattan
Popular places to visit
Columbia University
Enjoy the student vibe around Columbia University, a top university in New York. Experience the acclaimed art galleries and fascinating museums in this vibrant area.
George Washington Bridge
When you cross from mainland America to Manhattan, you’ll quickly see why this bridge has been a favorite of Hollywood and architects for decades.
Apollo Theater
Few other places in the world get as much credit for creating and nurturing American music genres as does this famous theater.
The Met Cloisters
Admire the range of Gothic and Romanesque styles in the artistic displays that decorate the walls of this reconstructed convent.
Cathedral of St. John the Divine
Admire the remarkable architecture, beautiful music and spiritual ambiance of this historic landmark just north of Central Park.
Mount Sinai Hospital
If Mount Sinai Hospital is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of New York.
Activities
SUMMIT One Vanderbilt Experience Tickets
New York Explorer Pass: Visit 2-10 Attractions and Save Up to 50 Percent
Edge Observation Deck at Hudson Yards
Circle Line: New York Harbor Lights Evening Cruise
Statue of Liberty & Ellis Island Tour: All Options
New York: Wall Street Personalized Self-Guided App Tour
Our pick of the best Upper Manhattan Hotel Deals
Renaissance New York Harlem Hotel
Cool staff
Reviewed on 23 Feb 2026
Radio Hotel
Good
Reviewed on 18 Feb 2026
Edge Hotel
Staff wonderful!
Reviewed on 20 Feb 2026
Hotel MOCA NYC
It would have been
Reviewed on 23 Feb 2026
The Park Ave North
Mostly happy but wifi went down at one point, also charging point in room was not working so had to ask for adapter
Reviewed on 19 Feb 2026
Aloft Harlem
Excellent location
Reviewed on 11 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Upper Manhattan
Upper West Side
Known for its fascinating museums and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Upper West Side. Check out top attractions like Children's Museum of Manhattan and Beacon Theater, and jump on the metro at 86 St. Station (Broadway) or 79 St. Station to see more of the city.
Manhattan
Known for its fascinating museums, important monuments and soaring skyscrapers, there's plenty to explore in Manhattan. Top attractions like Times Square and Grand Central Terminal 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.
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.).
Upper East Side
Known for its interesting museums and stunning river views, there's plenty to explore in Upper East Side. Top attractions like 5th Avenue and The Cloisters are major draws, and you can catch the metro at 77 St. Station (Lexington Av.) or 72nd Street Station to see more of the city.
Lenox Hill
If you're spending time in Lenox Hill, check out sights like 5th Avenue or Park Avenue Armory and hop on the metro to see more of the city at 72nd Street Station or 68 St. - Hunter College Station.
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.
