Tours & day trips

History & culture

Private & custom tours

Take a break from the bustle of the city in Brooklyn’s emerald oasis.

Escape the urban hubbub and see Brooklynites at leisure in the vast Prospect Park, a 585-acre wonderland of natural and cultural attractions. This dreamy expanse of meadows, woods and lakes was designed by Frederick Law Olmsted, who said he was more proud of Prospect Park than any of his other creations – and that includes Manhattan’s Central Park. Lounge among picnicking locals on the beloved Long Meadow, cycle or walk along the paths, or delve into Brooklyn’s colonial past at the Lefferts Historic House.

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Hotel St. James

Manhattan

AU$2,247

per person

13 Aug - 20 Aug

found 1 day ago

Return direct flight included

Sydney (SYD) to Newark Liberty Intl. Airport (EWR)

8.8/10 Excellent! (7,381 reviews)

The location was great. The ease of finding it was great. The place is older, but met my one-night needs. I chose a room with a private bathroom. The heat was controlled by the hotel so we used the air conditioning to cool the room. The place was clean. One lamp didn't work. Another visitor complained about theirs not working either. Bring your own soap. Trying to use their containers was like trying to squeeze the end of the toothpaste out of the tube. Overall, I was in a great location, I felt safe and my needs were met.

Reviewed on 29 May 2026

Hotel Riu Plaza New York Times Square

Manhattan

AU$2,771

per person

13 Aug - 20 Aug

found 1 day ago

Return direct flight included

Sydney (SYD) to New York (JFK)

9/10 Wonderful! (3,026 reviews)

Good room. Great breakfast buffet. Great location.

Reviewed on 27 May 2026

Hotel Riu Plaza Manhattan Times Square

Manhattan

AU$2,642

per person

13 Aug - 20 Aug

found 1 day ago

Return direct flight included

Sydney (SYD) to New York (JFK)

9.2/10 Wonderful! (3,526 reviews)

Great hotel. Amazingly located in the heart of Time Square. Loved it.

Reviewed on 29 May 2026

Popular places to visit

Prospect Park Zoo

At this interactive and informative zoo, learn about animals from around the globe and the variety of different environments they inhabit.

Prospect Park Bandshell

Free events on summer evenings energize this outdoor venue, which hosts sophisticated artists and kid-friendly concerts the whole family can enjoy.

Brooklyn Botanic Gardens

Experience the changing seasons in this leafy inner-city sanctuary, where specialty gardens and heritage pavilions showcase plants from around the world.

Montgomery Place

One short block in Park Slope shows off the best of the neighborhood’s historic architecture, plus traces of the elite New Yorkers who have called it home.

Brooklyn Museum

See the Egyptian antiquities, a rotating selection of international art and a mammoth collection of American artworks in this impressive museum.

Maryland Monument

You can learn about the history of New York with a trip to Maryland Monument. Experience the fascinating museums and acclaimed art galleries in this vibrant area.