Things to do in Far Rockaway

Activities, attractions and tours

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Top places to visit

1. Times Square

Times Square is the lively and hectic heartbeat of the city, a noisy and frenetic open space which is also one of the most-visited squares on the planet. It is found on Seventh Avenue, sitting between West 42nd Street and West 47th Street.
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Visit this iconic square with its dazzling surroundings and vibrant mix of people, and see what makes New York tick.

2. Central Park

Central Park stretches across 169 hectares of woodlands, green areas and sports grounds between the Upper East Side and Upper West Side. The park was designed by Calvert Vaux and Frederick Law Olmsted for the enjoyment of New Yorkers, and completed in 1873 – the pair were also responsible for renowned Stanford University campus and Niagara Reservation at Niagara Falls.
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Central Park showing a garden, flowers and a pond

3. Broadway

Broadway is called the “Great White Way” for the dazzling lights surrounding the popular Times Square portion of this avenue. Take a moment to look in all directions from your spot at the center of Times Square. Every December 31, about 1 million people crowd into this space to watch the 12-foot (3.6-meter) ball drop from One Times Square in celebration of the New Year.
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Ed Sullivan Theater which includes signage and a city as well as a large group of people

4. Grand Central Terminal

Covering 19 hectares and catering to over 750,000 people every single day, Grand Central Terminal plays an integral part in the lives of New York City citizens. In terms of numbers of platforms, it is the largest train station in the world, boasting a whopping 44 platforms, and also has 67 tracks running alongside.
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Grand Central Terminal

5. Statue of Liberty

One of the most well-known statues in the whole world, the Statue of Liberty holds a special place in the hearts of Americans, and is an icon of the country’s culture. This breathtaking emblem is found on Liberty Island in the middle of New York’s harbour, and has been declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site and a US National Monument.
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What to do in Far Rockaway

Popular places to visit

Times Square

Times Square

4/5(1,706 reviews)

Visit this iconic square with its dazzling surroundings and vibrant mix of people, and see what makes New York tick.

Times Square
Central Park showing a garden, flowers and a pond

Central Park

4.5/5(1,405 reviews)

Visit this green oasis in central Manhattan to chill out and escape from the stresses and strains of urban life.

Central Park
Ed Sullivan Theater which includes signage and a city as well as a large group of people

Broadway

4.5/5(1,388 reviews)

Visit the dazzling theater district of one of the world’s most exciting cities. Enjoy the shopping, dining and street entertainment as well.

Broadway
Madison Square Garden

Madison Square Garden

4.5/5(347 reviews)

Whether you’re performing here, watching your favorite sports team or entertainer or touring the venue, you’re in for an exciting event.

Madison Square Garden
Grand Central Terminal

Grand Central Terminal

4.5/5(1,554 reviews)

Visit this magnificent and bustling train station and take in its stunning design and regal scale.

Grand Central Terminal
Statue of Liberty which includes a statue or sculpture, heritage elements and a monument

Statue of Liberty

4.5/5(1,228 reviews)

Visit New York’s colossal copper queen, a world-renowned beacon of liberty, democracy and hope.

Statue of Liberty
Manhattan Cruise Terminal

Manhattan Cruise Terminal

Explore the waterfront in New York with a trip to Manhattan Cruise Terminal. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene and fascinating museums in this vibrant area.

Manhattan Cruise Terminal
Empire State Building showing a city and a skyscraper

Empire State Building

4.5/5(1,225 reviews)

This American cultural icon is a required part of any visit to New York, offering fabulous elevated views over the city.

Empire State Building
Rockefeller Center

Rockefeller Center

4.5/5(1,323 reviews)

Since its creation in the 1930s, this complex of buildings has been a focal point of New York commerce and entertainment.

Rockefeller Center

Areas of Far Rockaway

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Rockaway Beach

The beaches and sporting events make Rockaway Beach worth a stop. Make a stop by Rockaway Beach, and jump on the metro at Beach 90 St. Station to get around the area.

Rockaway Beach
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Hammels

Hammels might not have many top sights, but Five Towns Shopping Center and Jamaica Bay Wildlife Refuge are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Hammels
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Broad Channel

While in Broad Channel, you'll enjoy the beaches. Catch the metro at Broad Channel Station to see top sights like East Jamaica Bay Islands while you're in the area.

Broad Channel
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