Central Park West Travel Guide
New York
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Popular places to visit
Columbia University
Enjoy the student vibe around Columbia University, a top university in New York. Experience the fascinating museums and entertainment choices in this vibrant area.
Lincoln Center
See some of the world’s greatest performing arts events in one of the most culturally rich cities on the planet in this large architecturally impressive complex.
Columbus Circle
In the middle of this traffic circle is an iconic monument that celebrates the great explorer and marks the transition from the city to the relaxing atmosphere of Central Park.
American Museum of Natural History
See natural wonders from mammoth dinosaurs to delicate butterflies to outer space in this vast museum in the heart of Manhattan.
Broadway Theatre
See a big-name show in the opulent auditorium of this well-known theater, which is beautifully designed and full of history.
Intrepid Sea, Air and Space Museum
You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Intrepid Sea, Air and Space Museum during your trip to New York. Experience the entertainment choices and fascinating museums in this vibrant area.
Top hotels in Central Park West
Hotel Edison Times Square
AWFUL experience overall. We arrived for check-in at midnight and the reception staff was extremely hostile. Any basic information had to be dragged out through questions, and the overall attitude felt very unwelcoming. One very important detail: the hotel charges $8 for every Amazon package received, ...
Reviewed on 7 May 2026
Hyatt Regency Times Square
Big, clean room, mini fridge was a bonus
Reviewed on 7 May 2026
The Manhattan at Times Square
I am writing to formally express my extreme dissatisfaction with my recent stay at your hotel. My experience was unacceptable from start to finish, and I would rate my stay zero out of five stars. While the lobby is spacious and beautiful, the rooms are old, outdated, very small, and lack basic amenities ...
Reviewed on 7 May 2026
Park Central Hotel New York
Room was very clean and bed very comfy. WiFi was easy to connect to, and great proximity to everything!
Reviewed on 7 May 2026
Paramount Times Square – A Generator Hotel
Stay far away from this hotel. They gave me a room where the bathroom was so small that I had to straddle the sink to use the toilet. Also, no matter when I returned back to the hotel, there was always a long line for the 3 elevators that operated at a snales pace. The only thing it has for it is ...
Reviewed on 7 May 2026
Row NYC
The staff was amazing. Nelson was so helpful with our luggage when we checked out. Joe immediately welcomed us upon arrival and made us feel at home. The hotel is so close to everything and is very convenient.
Reviewed on 7 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Central Park West
Upper West Side
Known for its fascinating museums and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Upper West Side. Check out top attractions like Children's Museum of Manhattan and Beacon Theater, and jump on the metro at 86 St. Station (Broadway) or 79 St. Station to see more of the city.
Manhattan
Known for its fascinating museums, important monuments and soaring skyscrapers, there's plenty to explore in Manhattan. Top attractions like Rockefeller Center and Times Square are major draws. Catch the metro at 81 St. - Museum of Natural History Station or 86 St. Station (Central Park West) to see more of the city.
Uptown
While you're in Uptown, take in top sights like Metropolitan Museum of Art or Cleopatra's Needle, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at 81 St. - Museum of Natural History Station or 77 St. Station (Lexington Av.).
Upper East Side
Known for its interesting museums and stunning river views, there's plenty to explore in Upper East Side. Top attractions like 5th Avenue and Frick Collection are major draws, and you can catch the metro at 77 St. Station (Lexington Av.) or 72nd Street Station to see more of the city.
Hell's Kitchen
Known for its soaring skyscrapers, popular shops and eye-catching views, there's plenty to explore in Hell's Kitchen. Top attractions like Manhattan Cruise Terminal and Restaurant Row are major draws. Catch the metro at 50 St. Station (8th Av.) or 42 St. - Port Authority Bus Terminal Station to see more of the city.
Midtown East
Gourmet restaurants great entertainment and top sights from Grand Central Terminal to 5th Avenue – discover Midtown East, a destination also famous for its shopping.
