Central Park South Travel Guide
Popular places to visit
Manhattan Cruise Terminal
Explore the waterfront in New York with a trip to Manhattan Cruise Terminal. Experience the entertainment choices and acclaimed theatre scene in this vibrant area.
Grand Central Terminal
This majestic, lively hub for commuters is a must-see for architecture buffs.
Rockefeller Center
One of Manhattan’s most iconic developments, this hub of business and entertainment was considered a remarkable feat when it was completed in the late 1930s.
Radio City Music Hall
Join the millions of people who have seen a show at this beautiful and historic venue, which is a marvel of modernist architecture and design.
Columbus Circle
In the middle of this traffic circle is an iconic monument that celebrates the great explorer and marks the transition from the city to the relaxing atmosphere of Central Park.
Lincoln Center
See some of the world’s greatest performing arts events in one of the most culturally rich cities on the planet in this large architecturally impressive complex.
Things to do
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Top of the Rock Observation Deck
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Other neighbourhoods around Central Park South
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.
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.
Theater District
Gourmet restaurants acclaimed theatres and top sights from Times Square to Broadway – discover Theater District, a destination also famous for its shopping.
Midtown West
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.
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.
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.
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- Times Square
- Broadway
- Manhattan Cruise Terminal
- Grand Central Terminal
- Rockefeller Center
- 5th Avenue
- Radio City Music Hall
- Columbus Circle
- Lincoln Center
- United Nations Headquarters
- Museum of Modern Art
- Intrepid Sea
- Trump Tower
- Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center
- Chrysler Building
- St. Patrick's Cathedral
- Broadway Theatre
- Top of the Rock
- Central Park Zoo
- Madison Avenue
- Richard Rodgers Theatre
- Metropolitan Opera House
- American Lyric Theater
- Winter Garden Theatre
- NBC Studios
- Frick Collection
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