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 entertainment choices and acclaimed art galleries 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 acclaimed theatre scene and fascinating museums in this vibrant area.

51-53 Christopher Street
Father Demo Square

Father Demo Square

Father Demo Square is just one of the places to see in New York, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Experience the acclaimed theatre scene and fascinating museums in this vibrant area.

Father Demo Square

Lucille Lortel Theatre

You can make plans for a show at Lucille Lortel Theatre during your stay in New York. Experience the acclaimed art galleries and fascinating museums 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 acclaimed theatre scene and notable monuments in this vibrant area.

Stonewall Inn

Activities

NYC: New York City History of Stand-Up Comedy Tour

NYC: New York City History of Stand-Up Comedy Tour

AU$46
per adult
NYC: New York City History of Stand-Up Comedy Tour
You'll be saying "Mama Mia!" after our tour.

Greenwich Village Walking and Food Tasting Tour

AU$147
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Greenwich Village Walking and Food Tasting Tour
You might see a ghost!

New York City Ghost Tour of Greenwich Village

AU$60
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
New York City Ghost Tour of Greenwich Village
All Access 9/11 Ground Zero Tour + Museum and One World Observatory Tickets

All Access 9/11 Ground Zero Tour + Museum and One World Observatory Tickets

AU$168
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
All Access 9/11 Ground Zero Tour + Museum and One World Observatory Tickets
NYC Cupcake Bakery Crawl of the Village

NYC Cupcake Bakery Crawl of the Village

AU$88
per adult
NYC Cupcake Bakery Crawl of the Village
Picture 2 for Activity NYC: Boos & Booze Haunted Pub Crawl

NYC: Boos & Booze Haunted Pub Crawl

AU$61
per adult
NYC: Boos & Booze Haunted Pub Crawl
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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
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$254 per night from 14 July to 15 July
AU$254
14 July - 15 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in New York. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour front desk, and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our ...
7.6/10 Good! (1,000 reviews)
No Frills for the Win!
"You can think of this as a no-frills experience. It provides a good (but very small) bed, a robe and towels/wash cloths. Once you figure out how it works- a mini adventure- there are a fan and air conditioner as well. At the time I stayed there, they were renovating so night time was no problem, ..."

Reviewed on 2 Jul. 2025

The Jane Hotel
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
The price is AU$370 per night from 27 July to 28 July
AU$370
27 July - 28 July
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! (5,607 reviews)
"Location is excellent, price is reasonable, but the room's bathroom needed an upgrade. The "market" store in the lobby is noticeably over-priced and not all of the staff gave a warm welcome. Morning buffet is simply too expensive to enjoy, unless you expect to pay $57 for it in advance."

Reviewed on 13 Jul. 2025

Hyatt Grand Central New York
Hotel St. James
Hotel St. James
2.5 out of 5
109 W. 45TH ST., New York, NY
The price is AU$298 per night from 20 July to 21 July
AU$298
20 July - 21 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in New York. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour front desk, and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (6,080 reviews)
"Basic clean hotel at very busy place. Provides a safe place to sleep. Don't expect coffee maker, microwave or fridge or parking."

Reviewed on 10 Jul. 2025

Hotel St. James
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$358 per night from 10 Aug to 11 Aug
AU$358
10 Aug - 11 Aug
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 ...
7.4/10 Good! (3,820 reviews)
"The location is fantastic, the room was clean and quiet. The beds were really confortable"

Reviewed on 13 Jul. 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$880 per night from 1 Aug to 2 Aug
AU$880
1 Aug - 2 Aug
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! (1,528 reviews)
"Stayed in the Tower rooms with a view of Manhattan. loved this place. great service, great location, great hotel. very clean and iconic."

Reviewed on 11 Jul. 2025

Lotte New York Palace
Hotel Edison Times Square
Hotel Edison Times Square
4 out of 5
228 W 47th St, New York, NY
The price is AU$328 per night from 10 Aug to 11 Aug
AU$328
10 Aug - 11 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in New York. Enjoy 2 restaurants, room service, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (4,626 reviews)
"Place was perfect and conveniently located bye Times Square without all the noise and commotion!$"

Reviewed on 10 Jul. 2025

Hotel Edison Times Square
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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
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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
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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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Garment District

4.5/5(6 area reviews)

Gourmet restaurants great entertainment and top sights from Macy's to Swedish Cottage Marionette Theatre – 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 Lower East Side Tenement Museum.

Lower East Side
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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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