Roosevelt Island Travel Guide
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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.
Broadway
Visit the dazzling theater district of one of the world’s most exciting cities. Enjoy the shopping, dining and street entertainment as well.
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.
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 Roosevelt Island
Sheraton New York Times Square Hotel
Very courteous staff! Perfectly located
Reviewed on 20 Nov 2025
Hyatt Grand Central New York
The staff were incredibly friendly and helpful. Rooms were very clean. I’ll definitely stay here again the next time I’m in NYC.
Reviewed on 19 Nov 2025
Lotte New York Palace
Favorite spot in NYC
Reviewed on 19 Nov 2025
Millennium Hotel Broadway Times Square
Good.
Reviewed on 21 Nov 2025
Hotel St. James
Great staff, excellent locations. Rooms were clean and well kept.
Reviewed on 20 Nov 2025
Empire Hotel
Good location
Reviewed on 18 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Roosevelt Island
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 Upper Fifth Avenue 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.
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.
Uptown
While you're in Uptown, take in top sights like Belvedere Castle or Upper Fifth Avenue, 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.).
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.
Midtown
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.
Theater District
Gourmet restaurants acclaimed theatres and top sights from Times Square to Broadway – discover Theater District, a destination also famous for its shopping.
Roosevelt Island Travel Guide
- Times Square
- Broadway
- Central Park
- Madison Square Garden
- Rockefeller Center
- Statue of Liberty
- Grand Central Terminal
- Empire State Building
- American Dream
- MetLife Stadium
- One World Trade Center
- Cape Liberty Cruise Port
- Bryant Park
- Manhattan Cruise Terminal
- 5th Avenue
- Radio City Music Hall
- Wall Street
- Brooklyn Bridge
- Brooklyn Cruise Terminal
- Jacob K. Javits Convention Center
- Barclays Center Brooklyn
- Metropolitan Museum of Art
- Lincoln Center
- Prudential Center
- Columbus Circle
- Battery Park
- Flushing Meadows-Corona Park
