Kensington Travel Guide
New York
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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.
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.
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.
Top hotels in Kensington
Hyatt Grand Central New York
Great location, just besides grand central , give you access to the whole city
Reviewed on 10 Mar 2026
Sheraton New York Times Square Hotel
Close to everything and a short walk to Times Square.
Reviewed on 12 Mar 2026
Hotel Edison Times Square
We stay here every time we’re in NYC. Love it. The breakfast vouchers are helpful as well. We’re not ones to stay in the room much when we’re on vacation so we don’t require much
Reviewed on 12 Mar 2026
Paramount Times Square – A Generator Hotel
Staff are good, hotel is tired and needs a revamp. The aircon is old and noisy in the rooms and doesn’t bring the temperature down much, the shower stopped working for no reason and not all the powerpoints work in the room. I wouldn't stay again even though it is in spitting distance from times ...
Reviewed on 12 Mar 2026
Hyatt Regency Times Square
Great and safe location for me and my daughters to come for a weekend and see a broadway show, 10/10 !!
Reviewed on 12 Mar 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton New York Downtown
Great location close to trains and restaurants good prices
Reviewed on 11 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Kensington
Downtown Brooklyn
Spend some time visiting places like Brooklyn Tabernacle 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. Federal Reserve Bank of New York 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 Essex Street Market.
Williamsburg
Noted for its cafes and live music, there's plenty to explore in Williamsburg. Top attractions like McCarren Park Pool and Brooklyn Brewery 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.
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.
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.
