West Village Travel Guide

Tourist Guide
West Village which includes signage, a city and street scenes
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

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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
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Friends Apartment Building

You can enjoy some culture when you stop by Friends Apartment Building in New York. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene and fascinating museums in this vibrant area.

Friends Apartment Building
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51-53 Christopher Street

You can find out about the history of New York when you stop by 51-53 Christopher Street. Experience the fascinating museums and acclaimed art galleries in this vibrant area.

51-53 Christopher Street
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Father Demo Square

Explore the great outdoors at Father Demo Square, a lovely green space in New York. Experience the entertainment choices and acclaimed art galleries in this vibrant area.

Father Demo Square
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Stonewall Inn

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

Stonewall Inn
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Perry Street Towers

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

Perry Street Towers

Activities

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New York City Ghost Tour of Greenwich Village

AU$54
Per adult
88% of travellers recommend
New York City Ghost Tour of Greenwich Village
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Greenwich Village Walking and Food Tasting Tour

AU$144
Per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Greenwich Village Walking and Food Tasting Tour
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NYC: New York City History of Stand-Up Comedy Tour

AU$45
Per adult
NYC: New York City History of Stand-Up Comedy Tour
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West Village's Flappers, Freaks & Punks: A Self-Guided Audio Tour

AU$18
Per adult
West Village's Flappers, Freaks & Punks: A Self-Guided Audio Tour
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Greenwich Village Food Tour

AU$180
Per adult
Greenwich Village Food Tour
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Deluxe Private VIP Tour by SUV: Best of NYC. Select 3 or 5 hours

AU$1,504
Per adult
Deluxe Private VIP Tour by SUV: Best of NYC. Select 3 or 5 hours
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Our pick of the best West Village Hotel Deals

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$248 per night from 27 May to 28 May
AU$248
per night
27 May - 28 May
Book a stay at this boutique hotel in New York. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the restaurant and the bar in our reviews. ...
7.4/10 Good! (3,232 reviews)
"Amazing stay, the location was perfect! The room was great. The only issue was the water pressure in the shower and the sink in the bathroom. They both were very little to none. The shower grout was cracked and busted, the ceiling looked like there was past water damage and a quick fix was done. ..."

Reviewed on 30 Apr. 2024

Empire Hotel
The Jane Hotel
The Jane Hotel
2 out of 5
113 Jane St, New York, NY
The price is AU$387 per night from 13 May to 14 May
AU$387
per night
13 May - 14 May
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 ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,001 reviews)
"They are doing a great job to keep operating during construction both in the building and on the block."

Reviewed on 5 Apr. 2024

The Jane Hotel
The Manhattan at Times Square Hotel
The Manhattan at Times Square Hotel
4 out of 5
790 7th Ave, New York, NY
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$264 per night from 27 May to 28 May
AU$264
per night
27 May - 28 May
Book a stay at this eco-certified hotel in New York. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), a 24-hour fitness center, and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful ...
5.4/10 (4,245 reviews)
"Great location, staff was helpful. The room was small, the patio door wouldn’t close so cold air and loud noises were coming in all night. Furniture was old and beat up."

Reviewed on 30 Apr. 2024

The Manhattan at Times Square Hotel
The New Yorker A Wyndham Hotel
The New Yorker A Wyndham Hotel
4 out of 5
481 Eighth Ave., New York, NY
The price is AU$264 per night from 12 May to 13 May
AU$264
per night
12 May - 13 May
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in New York. Enjoy 2 restaurants, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast ...
8/10 Very Good! (4,360 reviews)
"Across from Penn Station!"

Reviewed on 1 May 2024

The New Yorker A Wyndham Hotel
Paramount Times Square
Paramount Times Square
4 out of 5
235 West 46th Street, New York, NY
The price is AU$318 per night from 2 Jun to 3 Jun
AU$318
per night
2 Jun - 3 Jun
Stay at this hotel in New York. Enjoy a 24-hour fitness center, a 24-hour front desk, and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
7/10 Good! (2,191 reviews)
"Great location - no frills"

Reviewed on 1 May 2024

Paramount Times Square
Hotel Edison Times Square
Hotel Edison Times Square
4 out of 5
228 W 47th St, New York, NY
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$274 per night from 27 May to 28 May
AU$274
per night
27 May - 28 May
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in New York. Enjoy 2 restaurants, room service, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the bar and the helpful ...
7.8/10 Good! (4,095 reviews)
"The electronic checkin was a great feature. Our room had a problem with the AC as this was shutting off automatically after about 20 minutes. Maintenance looked at it, but did not fix it (unfortunately as we “fried” overnight without AC. The property is well located and we would definitely stay there ..."

Reviewed on 2 May 2024

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
The High Line Park showing a garden, street scenes and a city

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
SoHo - Tribeca featuring street scenes and a city as well as a large group of people

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 The Apartment, and catch the metro at Prince St. Station or Spring St. Station to see more of the area.

SoHo
Chelsea featuring a city

Midtown South

While you're in Midtown South, take in top sights like Empire State Building or Madison Square Garden, 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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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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