West Village Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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Leafy streets and beautiful old brownstone buildings dominate this charming Lower Manhattan neighbourhood beside the Hudson River.

This western part of the larger Greenwich Village neighbourhood is where the likes of Friends and Sex and the City were filmed. Cobblestoned streets, cosy restaurants and little boutiques manage to keep this upscale, fast-paced neighbourhood feel friendly and easy-going. Stroll along the Esplanade with views of the Jersey Shore before dining out in style in one of the area’s great restaurants. Keep an eye out for TV and movie stars in the jazz bars and clubs.

Popular places to visit

Bleecker Street showing a city and street scenes

Bleecker Street

Visit this downtown street, that connects Manhattan’s Greenwich Village with East Village, for its trendy nightclubs, high-end fashion stores and Italian pastry shops.

Bleecker Street
Friends Apartment Building

Friends Apartment Building

You can spend time exploring the galleries in Friends Apartment Building during your trip to New York. Experience the fascinating museums and acclaimed theatre scene in this vibrant area.

Friends Apartment Building
51-53 Christopher Street

51-53 Christopher Street

You can find out about the history of New York when you stop by 51-53 Christopher Street. Experience the entertainment choices and acclaimed theatre scene in this vibrant area.

51-53 Christopher Street

Lucille Lortel Theatre

You can make plans for a show at Lucille Lortel Theatre during your stay in New York. Experience the entertainment choices and acclaimed theatre scene in this vibrant area.

Lucille Lortel Theatre

Stonewall Inn

You can learn about the history of New York with a visit to Stonewall Inn. Discover the entertainment choices and notable monuments in this vibrant area.

Stonewall Inn

Perry Street Towers

Learn about the local history of New York when you take a trip to Perry Street Towers. Experience the fascinating museums and acclaimed theatre scene in this vibrant area.

Perry Street Towers

Activities

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AU$134
per adult
82% 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$46
per adult
78% of travellers recommend
American Museum of Natural History Tickets
Statue of Liberty & Ellis Island Tour + Pedestal Access

Statue of Liberty & Ellis Island Tour: All Options

AU$96
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Statue of Liberty & Ellis Island Tour: All Options
Statue of Liberty & Ellis Island Sunset Cruise

Statue of Liberty & Ellis Island Sunset Cruise

AU$39
per adult
76% of travellers recommend
Statue of Liberty & Ellis Island Sunset Cruise
NYC 60 Min. Sightseeing Cruise

Statue of Liberty & Manhattan Skyline Sightseeing Cruise

AU$25
per adult
72% of travellers recommend
Statue of Liberty & Manhattan Skyline Sightseeing Cruise
Private Audio Guided Walking Tour in New York

Private Audio Guided Walking Tour in New York

AU$7
per adult
Private Audio Guided Walking Tour in New York
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Our pick of the best West Village Hotel Deals

The Jane Hotel

The Jane Hotel

2 out of 5
113 Jane St New York NY
The price is AU$255 per night from 1 Jan to 2 Jan
AU$255
1 Jan - 2 Jan 2026
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in New York. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour front desk and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
7.4/10 Good! (1,000 reviews)
Everything but temperature was great. Front desk people lovely. re temp. temp was so high that to sleep I had to leave window open and fan on. Would appreciate access to an ice machine but otherwise. happy and will return and recommend

Reviewed on 17 Nov 2025

The Jane Hotel
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$301 per night from 4 Jan to 5 Jan
AU$301
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
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 ...
7.4/10 Good! (5,787 reviews)
Loved the location, the hospitality of the staff, the room, the convenience of the mini market in the hotel, & how quick the front desk for checking in & out took.

Reviewed on 3 Dec 2025

Sheraton New York Times Square Hotel
Empire Hotel

Empire Hotel

4 out of 5
44 W 63rd St New York NY
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$288 per night from 5 Jan to 6 Jan
AU$288
5 Jan - 6 Jan 2026
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! (6,295 reviews)
Room was clean, bathroom

Reviewed on 30 Nov 2025

Empire Hotel
Lotte New York Palace

Lotte New York Palace

4.5 out of 5
455 Madison Ave New York NY
The price is AU$854 per night from 3 Jan to 4 Jan
AU$854
3 Jan - 4 Jan 2026
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in New York. Enjoy a full-service spa, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,761 reviews)
Always winderful!!

Reviewed on 2 Dec 2025

Lotte New York Palace
Hyatt Grand Central New York

Hyatt Grand Central New York

4 out of 5
109 East 42nd Street New York NY
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$365 per night from 5 Jan to 6 Jan
AU$365
5 Jan - 6 Jan 2026
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in New York. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (6,370 reviews)
Helpful staff

Reviewed on 4 Dec 2025

Hyatt Grand Central New York
DoubleTree by Hilton New York Downtown

DoubleTree by Hilton New York Downtown

4 out of 5
8 Stone St New York NY
The price is AU$203 per night from 4 Jan to 5 Jan
AU$203
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in New York. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), room service and a 24-hour health club. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (3,021 reviews)
Seven days stay, the location is great. Room was cleaned eve day which was great. But there are some savings that I do not understand: The hotel does not provide the typical, two bottles of water per room per nigh. That's the reason I do not give a 5. That's so cheap why they bother?

Reviewed on 4 Dec 2025

DoubleTree by Hilton New York Downtown
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Other neighbourhoods around West Village

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
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 Joyce Theater. 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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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 Leslie-Lohman Museum of Art, and catch the metro at Prince St. Station or Spring St. Station to see more of the area.

SoHo
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Midtown South

While you're in Midtown South, take in top sights like Madison Square Garden or 5th Avenue, 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
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Garment District

4.5/5(6 area reviews)

Gourmet restaurants great entertainment and top sights from Macy's to Herald Square – discover Garment District, a destination also famous for its shopping.

Garment District
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Lower East Side

4.5/5(8 area reviews)

Travellers love Lower East Side for its fantastic nightlife, and you can see more of New York by jumping on the metro at Essex St. Station or Delancey St. Station. You might spend time checking out top sights like Orchard Street Shopping District and Essex Street Market.

Lower East Side

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