Things to do and where to stay in New York City
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Where to stay in New York City — pick the right hotel, book in 3 clicks

New York City is one of the most influential metropolises in the world, the city that never sleeps, buzzing with energy 24 hours a day. From the skyscrapers of Manhattan and the Statue of Liberty to the vast Central Park, it's also the capital of Broadway theater, art and multicultural life. Getting around is easy thanks to a subway that runs all day and night.

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Why stay in New York City

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World-famous landmarks

Cruise to see the Statue of Liberty and head up the viewpoints atop the Empire State Building and One World Observatory.

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The capital of Broadway

See world-class plays and musicals in the busiest theater district in America.

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Top museums

The Met, MoMA and the American Museum of Natural History gather world-class art and exhibits.

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Shopping and global cuisine

From the luxury stores on Fifth Avenue to pizza, bagels and food from around the world in every neighborhood.

Ranked reviews — find your ideal stay in New York City

Start with where to stay (the heart of the trip), then explore food and sights

Local dishes to try in New York City

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    New York pizza

    Thin, crisp-edged slices you can fold and eat, sold at slice shops across the city.

    📍 Citywide
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    Bagel

    A boiled-then-baked chewy bagel with cream cheese and smoked salmon, the city's breakfast staple.

    📍 Citywide
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    Hot dog cart

    Hot dogs from street carts, a classic New York quick bite.

    📍 Citywide
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    Pastrami sandwich

    A loaded pastrami sandwich at Jewish-style delis like Katz's.

    📍 Midtown
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    Chinatown food

    Dim sum, noodles and Asian food in the bustling Chinatown district.

    📍 Lower Manhattan
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    Statue of Liberty

    A World Heritage monument on Liberty Island, a symbol of American freedom.

    📍 New York Harbor
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    Central Park

    An 843-acre park in the heart of the city with lakes, lawns and walking paths.

    📍 Manhattan
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    Times Square

    A glittering neon-sign intersection, the center of entertainment and the theater district.

    📍 Midtown
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    Empire State Building

    The legendary Art Deco skyscraper, with 360-degree city views from the top.

    📍 Midtown
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    Brooklyn Bridge

    A historic suspension bridge over the East River, with beautiful skyline views as you walk across.

    📍 Lower Manhattan
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    9/11 Memorial & Museum

    Reflecting pools and a memorial museum on the original site of the World Trade Center.

    📍 Lower Manhattan

Things to do in New York City

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★ TEAM'S TOP PICKS

3 New York City hotels our team picked for you

Selected from real reviews — one per budget tier, each with a score and instant 3-site price comparison

The Carlyle, A Rosewood Hotel★ 9.4Luxury

The Carlyle, A Rosewood Hotel

📍 New York City⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

#9 Legend · Café Carlyle + Bemelmans Bar

From~$1,000/night
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The Peninsula New York★ 9.1Luxury

The Peninsula New York

📍 New York City⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

#4 Classic luxury · corner of Fifth Avenue

From~$1,000/night
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CitizenM New York Times Square★ 9.0Upper-mid

CitizenM New York Times Square

📍 New York City⭐⭐⭐⭐

#1 modern design · Times Square · score 9.0

From~$271/night
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The Ritz-Carlton New York, Central Park

★ 9.0⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐Luxury📍 New York City

#2 Park view · on Central Park South

~$1,086/night
#5

The St. Regis New York

★ 9.0⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐Luxury📍 New York City

#3 Legendary service · 24-hour butler on Fifth Avenue

~$1,029/night
#6

Mandarin Oriental, New York

★ 9.0⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐Luxury📍 New York City

#6 Skyline views · above Columbus Circle

~$857/night
#7

The Mark Hotel

★ 9.0⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐Luxury📍 New York City

#8 bold luxury · Met Gala favorite

~$971/night
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The Plaza, A Fairmont Managed Hotel

★ 8.9⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐Luxury📍 New York City

#1 Iconic stay · Central Park corner

~$914/night
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citizenM New York Bowery

★ 8.8⭐⭐⭐Value📍 New York City

#6 design hotel · highest 8.8 score · Smart Rooms by SoHo

~$86/night
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AKA Central Park

★ 8.8⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐Luxury📍 New York City

#7 family · suite with a full kitchen by Central Park

~$429/night

🚆 Getting around New York City

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MTA subway

A 24-hour subway network covering the whole city — just tap an OMNY card to ride.

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Yellow cabs and apps

Yellow taxis can be hailed across the city, or use ride-hailing apps like Uber and Lyft.

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Walk around Manhattan

The grid layout makes walking easy; midtown and downtown are great for seeing the highlights on foot.

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Staten Island Ferry

A free ferry across the harbor with views of the Statue of Liberty and the Manhattan skyline.

Where to go next near New York City

Frequently asked — where to stay in New York City

When is the best time to visit New York?+

April to June and September to early November have the best weather, while December buzzes with a Christmas atmosphere.

How do I pay for the subway?+

Just tap a contactless credit card or phone at the OMNY reader, or buy a MetroCard.

How do I get from the airport into the city?+

From JFK, take the AirTrain to the subway or LIRR; from Newark, take the AirTrain to NJ Transit into Manhattan.

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