Midtown East Travel Guide

New York
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The premium spot for shopping in New York City has gleaming skyscrapers, numerous museums, luxury hotels and a beautiful cathedral.

While New York residents work busily in tall buildings in Midtown East, you can shop or visit museums day after day. This part of Manhattan is designated as Midtown East or Midtown West along the north-south divide of Fifth Avenue, lined by iconic retail stores.

On the east side of 5th, shop at Salvatore Ferragamo, Rolex and Tiffany & Co. among other luxury stores and boutiques. Enter a glass box to visit the always-open Apple Fifth Avenue store.

Next to flagship Louis Vuitton and Saks 5th Avenue stores is St. Patrick’s Cathedral, built in 1878, a massive neo-gothic structure with tall twin spires. Find more shopping on Madison Avenue, famous for advertising agencies in its tall buildings.

Gaze up at the Empire State Building, which opened in 1931 and appeared as an integral part of the King Kong movie in 1933. Today it features outstanding light shows in the evening and stays open after midnight for city viewing by day or night. From observation decks on the 86th and 102nd floors, gaze north to Central Park, west to Times Square, east to the art deco Chrysler Building with its terraced spire and south to the Statue of Liberty.

Several of New York’s favorite museums are in this part of town. Visit the Museum of Modern Art (MoMA), with a collection of nearly 200,000 works from the past 150 years, as well as frequent exhibitions from around the world. Continuing north along the eastern edge of Central Park, follow “Museum Mile” to tour the Metropolitan Museum of Art, the Solomon R. Guggenheim Museum and numerous other museums and art galleries.

Stay at an old or new luxury hotel on the prestigious Park Avenue. Head toward the East River where the United Nations Headquarters is a gleaming skyscraper surrounded by colorful flags of member nations.

Arrive in Midtown East via train at the massive Grand Central Terminal. Find lots of opportunities for eating throughout the neighborhood, extending south to Koreatown.


Popular places to visit


Top hotels in Midtown East

Tuscany by LuxUrban, Trademark Collection by Wyndham
Tuscany by LuxUrban, Trademark Collection by Wyndham
3 out of 5
120 E 39th Street, Between Lexington Avenue And Park Avenue, New York, NY
The price is ₹11,260 per night from 31 Mar to 1 Apr
₹11,260
per night
31 Mar - 1 Apr
Stay at this boutique hotel in New York. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour front desk and limo/town car service. Popular attractions Grand Central Terminal and Bryant ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (946 reviews)
"Perfect for a quick business trip"

Reviewed on 26 Mar 2024

Tuscany by LuxUrban, Trademark Collection by Wyndham
Hyatt Grand Central New York
Hyatt Grand Central New York
4 out of 5
109 East 42nd Street, at Grand Central Terminal, New York, NY
The price is ₹18,616 per night from 21 Apr to 22 Apr
₹18,616
per night
21 Apr - 22 Apr
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in New York. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
7.8/10 Good! (3,150 reviews)
"I like this place."

Reviewed on 28 Mar 2024

Hyatt Grand Central New York
Lotte New York Palace
Lotte New York Palace
4.5 out of 5
455 Madison Ave, New York, NY
The price is ₹44,649 per night from 26 Apr to 27 Apr
₹44,649
per night
26 Apr - 27 Apr
Stay at this spa hotel in New York. Enjoy a full-service spa, breakfast and WiFi. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. Popular ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,020 reviews)
"Beautiful hotel! Excellent staff, great location"

Reviewed on 27 Mar 2024

Lotte New York Palace
The Westin New York Grand Central
The Westin New York Grand Central
4.5 out of 5
212 East 42nd Street, New York, NY
The price is ₹19,695 per night from 30 Mar to 31 Mar
₹19,695
per night
30 Mar - 31 Mar
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in New York. Enjoy breakfast, WiFi and room service. Our guests praise the bar and the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (2,229 reviews)
"💯"

Reviewed on 27 Mar 2024

The Westin New York Grand Central
Westgate New York Grand Central
Westgate New York Grand Central
4 out of 5
304 E 42nd St, New York, NY
The price is ₹13,262 per night from 31 Mar to 1 Apr
₹13,262
per night
31 Mar - 1 Apr
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in New York. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,402 reviews)
"Very nice property. Comfortable beds. Staff were kind and helpful."

Reviewed on 26 Mar 2024

Westgate New York Grand Central
Club Quarters Hotel, Grand Central
Club Quarters Hotel, Grand Central
4 out of 5
128 East 45th Street, New York, NY
The price is ₹11,806 per night from 31 Mar to 1 Apr
₹11,806
per night
31 Mar - 1 Apr
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in New York. Enjoy free WiFi, room service and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the WiFi and the helpful ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,902 reviews)
Good, overall.
"Friendly staff were excellent. Always happy to share a joke, kind word and a laugh. That makes all the difference. Room was a little small but comfortable and with excellent shower pressure, which is super important. All in all it was fine without blowing my mind. A decent place to stay in ..."

Reviewed on 26 Mar 2024

Club Quarters Hotel, Grand Central
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Other neighbourhoods around Midtown East

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Central New York City

Known for its soaring skyscrapers and eye-catching views, there's plenty to explore in Central New York City. Check out top attractions like Broadway and Times Square, and jump on the metro at 49th St. Station or 50 St. Station (Broadway) to see more of the city.

Central New York City
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Theater District

Gourmet restaurants acclaimed theatres and top sights from Times Square to Broadway – discover Theater District, a destination also famous for its shopping.

Theater District
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Midtown

4.5/5(437 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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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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Midtown West

4.5/5(1,240 area reviews)

Known for its soaring skyscrapers, popular shops and eye-catching views, there's plenty to explore in Midtown West. Top attractions like Broadway and Times Square 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 West
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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.

Hell's Kitchen


Midtown East Travel Guide