Bay Ridge Travel Guide
New York
Popular places to visit
Times Square
The dazzlingly illuminated centrepiece of New York is a must-visit spot for all tourists.
Central Park
A beautiful haven where you can escape from the steel canyons of Manhattan for a wander or a picnic.
Madison Square Garden
Whether you’re performing here, watching your favorite sports team or entertainer or touring the venue, you’re in for an exciting event.
Grand Central Terminal
A truly stunning transportation temple, passed through by many commuters and admired by visitors.
Rockefeller Center
This iconic business and entertainment hub has been a fixture on the New York City skyline ever since the 1930s.
Statue of Liberty
One of the world's most famous statues is an iconic symbol of freedom and hope to the country's immigrants and to visitors from all over the world.
Top hotels in Bay Ridge
Hotel Edison Times Square
Staff is very accommodating and made my son’s 18th birthday on Broadway super special. Upgraded us to a suite for free! And managed to get us early check in during a busy vacation week. 5th stay at the Edison and will never stay anywhere else in the city!
Reviewed on 22 Apr 2026
Hyatt Grand Central New York
Good
Reviewed on 22 Apr 2026
NEW YORKER BY LOTTE HOTELS
Staff is always friendly. Property a little dated but great location.
Reviewed on 21 Apr 2026
Millennium Hotel Broadway Times Square
Great location
Reviewed on 22 Apr 2026
Sheraton New York Times Square Hotel
I selected this hotel based on price for my short stay and on checking out i received a bill for 160 US dollars as a 'destination fee.' The receptionist explained it as because its a popular location. Im not sure if ive missed something but it feels like that is to increase the fee via the back soor? ...
Reviewed on 22 Apr 2026
PUBLIC, an Ian Schrager hotel
Incredible shared spaces and beautiful rooms
Reviewed on 22 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Bay Ridge
Downtown Brooklyn
Spend some time visiting places like Brooklyn Bridge while getting to know Downtown Brooklyn, and be sure to check out the abundant dining options. You can hop aboard the metro at Jay St. - Tech Station or York St. Station to see more of the area.
Financial District
Enjoy the important monuments in Financial District. Brooklyn Bridge is a worthwhile stop, and you can jump on the metro at Wall St. Station (William St.) or Broad St. Station to see more of New York.
Lower East Side
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.
SoHo
You might take some time to check out the abundant dining options in SoHo. Spend some time visiting top spots like Drawing Center, and catch the metro at Prince St. Station or Spring St. Station to see more of the area.
Williamsburg
Noted for its cafes and live music, there's plenty to explore in Williamsburg. Top attractions like McCarren Park Pool and Music Hall of Williamsburg are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Metropolitan Av. Station or Lorimer St. Station (Metropolitan St.) to see more of the city.
Greenwich Village
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.
