Midtown East

New York

Chrysler Building featuring a skyscraper, landscape views and a city
Grand Central Terminal
Chrysler Building which includes a city and heritage elements
Midtown East
United Nations Headquarters showing a city

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.


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Top hotels in Midtown East

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 €222 per night from 21 Mar to 22 Mar
€222
includes taxes & fees
21 Mar - 22 Mar
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in New York. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful ...
8/10 Very Good! (4,855 reviews)
"It was just next to grand central"

Reviewed on 12 Mar 2025

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 €539 per night from 28 Mar to 29 Mar
€539
includes taxes & fees
28 Mar - 29 Mar
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in New York. Enjoy a full-service spa, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,362 reviews)
Beautiful hotel in NYC
"Gorgeous hotel in a great location....I'll be back for sure"

Reviewed on 13 Mar 2025

Lotte New York Palace
Millennium Hilton New York One UN Plaza
Millennium Hilton New York One UN Plaza
4 out of 5
1 United Nations Plaza, New York, NY
The price is €213 per night from 23 Mar to 24 Mar
€213
includes taxes & fees
23 Mar - 24 Mar
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in New York. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), a 24-hour fitness center, and valet parking (surcharge). Our guests praise ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,747 reviews)
"I Stayed there only for one night"

Reviewed on 10 Mar 2025

Millennium Hilton New York One UN Plaza
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 €261 per night from 29 Mar to 30 Mar
€261
includes taxes & fees
29 Mar - 30 Mar
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in New York. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), room service, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (3,073 reviews)
"Location was central close to subway and the hotel is maintained at a level that I expect from a Westin."

Reviewed on 11 Mar 2025

The Westin New York Grand Central
Arlo NoMad
Arlo NoMad
4 out of 5
11 East 31st Street, New York, NY
The price is €201 per night from 23 Mar to 24 Mar
€201
includes taxes & fees
23 Mar - 24 Mar
Stay at this 4-star boutique hotel in New York. Enjoy free WiFi, a rooftop terrace, and free bicycles on site. Our guests praise the bar and the helpful staff ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,533 reviews)
"Very close to Korea town and walkable to Times Square. The staff was amazing and the hotel smells amazing. Price was reasonable for New York City and we felt very safe. It was truly a home away from home for us. I took my 16 year old son and we went daily for the treats in Korea Town."

Reviewed on 10 Mar 2025

Arlo NoMad
The Shelburne Sonesta New York
The Shelburne Sonesta New York
4 out of 5
303 Lexington Avenue, New York, NY
The price is €201 per night from 6 Apr to 7 Apr
€201
includes taxes & fees
6 Apr - 7 Apr
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in New York. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), a health club, and WiFi (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,520 reviews)
"I really loved the location and the comfort of the room. Good size, great bed."

Reviewed on 13 Mar 2025

The Shelburne Sonesta New York
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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.

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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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Lenox Hill

If you're spending time in Lenox Hill, check out sights like 5th Avenue or Park Avenue Armory and hop on the metro to see more of the city at 72nd Street Station or 68 St. - Hunter College Station.

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Garment District

4.5/5(10 area reviews)

Gourmet restaurants great entertainment and top sights from Macy's to Swedish Cottage Marionette Theatre – discover Garment District, a destination also famous for its shopping.

Garment District
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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

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