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 fascinating museums and entertainment choices in this vibrant area.
Apollo Theater
Few other places in the world get as much credit for creating and nurturing American music genres as does this famous theater.
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.
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.
United Palace Cathedral
You can make plans for a show at United Palace Cathedral during your trip to New York. Experience the fascinating museums and entertainment choices in this vibrant area.
Activities
Empire State Building Observatory Tickets - General Admission & Express
NYC Edge Observation Deck at Hudson Yards Admission Ticket
Top of the Rock Observation Deck
Statue of Liberty & Ellis Island Tour: All Options
Statue of Liberty & Ellis Island Sunset Cruise
Our pick of the best Upper Manhattan Hotel Deals
Radio Hotel
Reviewed on 25 Sept 2025
Renaissance New York Harlem Hotel
Reviewed on 27 Sept 2025
Edge Hotel
Reviewed on 27 Sept 2025
Hotel MOCA NYC
Reviewed on 19 Sept 2025
Aloft Harlem
Reviewed on 28 Sept 2025
The Macaw Guesthouse
Reviewed on 28 Sept 2025
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 Lincoln Center and Children's Museum of Manhattan, 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 Manhattan Cruise Terminal and Rockefeller Center 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 Metropolitan Museum of Art or Lincoln Center, 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 Upper Fifth Avenue 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.
