Upper West Side Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A corner building with large windows and a sign for 2150 Broadway.
A large, ornate building with intricate architecture, surrounded by trees and a busy pedestrian area.
A park with trees, benches, and a sidewalk.
A busy street with a historic building in the background and a Fairway market on the corner.
A statue in a park surrounded by trees and buildings.

Leafy streets, heaps of green space and an intimate neighbourhood atmosphere makes the Upper West Side one of the most sought-after locations in the city.

The Upper West Side is one of Manhattan’s most scenic areas, with a first-class location right near Central Park. Some of New York’s best cultural attractions are here too, from the Lincoln Centre and American Folk Art Museum to the American Museum of Natural History. Perfect for casual dining, shopping and nightlife, this neighbourhood is exceptionally liveable, even if for a day.

Stay near popular Upper West Side attractions

A public square with a fountain, a large building with columns, and a Lincoln Center entrance.
Photo by Lincoln Centre for the Performing Arts/Iñaki Vinaixa
Open Photo by Lincoln Centre for the Performing Arts/Iñaki Vinaixa

Lincoln Center

9.4/10 (1,642 reviews)
See some of the world’s greatest performing arts events in one of the most culturally rich cities on the planet in this large architecturally impressive complex.
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Activities

SUMMIT One Vanderbilt Experience Tickets

SUMMIT One Vanderbilt Experience Tickets

AU$61
per adult
94% 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$119
per adult
84% of travellers recommend
New York Explorer Pass: Visit 2-10 Attractions and Save Up to 50 Percent
Tyrannosaurs rex skeleton in the American Museum of Natural History in New York

American Museum of Natural History Tickets

AU$57
per adult
82% of travellers recommend
American Museum of Natural History Tickets
New York’s Best Skyline View, Top of the Rock at Rockefeller Center

Top of the Rock Timed Admission

AU$58
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Top of the Rock Timed Admission
One World Observatory: Skip-the-Line Ticket

One World Observatory Tickets

AU$43
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
One World Observatory Tickets
Brooklyn Bridge footpath with Manhattan in background

Boroughs Tour: Brooklyn, Bronx, Harlem, Queens & Coney Island

AU$118
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
Boroughs Tour: Brooklyn, Bronx, Harlem, Queens & Coney Island
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Our pick of the best Upper West Side Hotel Deals

Night Hotel Broadway

Night Hotel Broadway

3 out of 5
215 W 94th St New York NY
The price is AU$229 per night from 15 Nov to 16 Nov
AU$229
15 Nov - 16 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in New York. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a steam room and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
7/10 Good! (8 reviews)
"Not what I'm used to, but for the price and the convenient location it's a good place."

Reviewed on 24 Oct 2026

Night Hotel Broadway
Empire Hotel

Empire Hotel

4 out of 5
44 W 63rd St New York NY
The price is AU$241 per night from 22 Nov to 23 Nov
AU$241
22 Nov - 23 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this boutique hotel in New York. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and 3 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
7.6/10 Good! (7,223 reviews)
"Stayed with our family of 4. Truly a great experience!"

Reviewed on 24 Oct 2026

Empire Hotel
Hotel Belleclaire Central Park, a Small Luxury Hotel

Hotel Belleclaire Central Park, a Small Luxury Hotel

4 out of 5
2175 Broadway New York NY
The price is AU$348 per night from 22 Nov to 23 Nov
AU$348
22 Nov - 23 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this boutique hotel in New York. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and valet parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (3,084 reviews)
"Clean, spare rooms. Comfortable beds. Breakfast coupons at bakery are great. Drinks in the bar crazy expensive. Great location with lots of restaurants and shopping, Lincoln center walkable."

Reviewed on 23 Oct 2026

Hotel Belleclaire Central Park, a Small Luxury Hotel
ROW NYC

ROW NYC

4 out of 5
700 8th Avenue New York NY
The price is AU$362 per night from 8 Nov to 9 Nov
AU$362
8 Nov - 9 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in New York. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Popular attractions Times Square and Broadway are located ...
ROW NYC
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$360 per night from 23 Nov to 24 Nov
AU$360
23 Nov - 24 Nov
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 ...
Sheraton New York Times Square Hotel
Pod Times Square

Pod Times Square

3 out of 5
400 W 42nd Street New York NY
The price is AU$194 per night from 15 Nov to 16 Nov
AU$194
15 Nov - 16 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in New York. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), a 24-hour front desk and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
Pod Times Square
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Our guide on where to stay in Upper West Side

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Brooklyn

Known for its great live music and charming cafes, there's plenty to explore in Brooklyn. You can visit top attractions like Barclays Center Brooklyn and Brooklyn Bridge, and jump on the metro at Kingston - Throop Avs. Station or Nostrand Av. Station (Fulton St.) to see more of the city.

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Midtown

Times Square and Rockefeller Center 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.

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Bronx

Consider exploring the abundant dining options in Bronx. If sightseeing is on the list, Yankee Stadium is a top attraction. Hop on the metro at Bronx Park East Station or E 180 St. Station to see more of the area.

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Williamsburg

Noted for its cafes and live music, there's plenty to explore in Williamsburg. Top attractions like McCarren Park Pool and Brooklyn Brewery are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Metropolitan Av. Station or Lorimer St. Station (Metropolitan St.) to see more of the city.

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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 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.

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