Morningside Heights Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit
Columbia University
Enjoy the student vibe around Columbia University, a top university in New York. Experience the fascinating museums and acclaimed art galleries in this vibrant area.
Morningside Park
After visiting Morningside Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in New York. Experience the entertainment choices and fascinating museums in this vibrant area.
Cathedral of St. John the Divine
Admire the remarkable architecture, beautiful music and spiritual ambiance of this historic landmark just north of Central Park.
Lafayette Square
After visiting Lafayette Square, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in New York. Experience the entertainment choices and fascinating museums in this vibrant area.
General Grant National Memorial
You can find out about the history of New York with a stop at General Grant National Memorial. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene and entertainment choices in this vibrant area.
Tom's Diner
You can find out about the history of New York with a stop at Tom's Diner. Experience the acclaimed art galleries and entertainment choices in this vibrant area.
Things to do
SUMMIT One Vanderbilt Experience Tickets
New York Explorer Pass: Visit 2-10 Attractions and Save Up to 50 Percent
NYC: Museum of Modern Art (MoMA) Entry Ticket
Edge Observation Deck at Hudson Yards
Empire State Building Observation Deck & Museum Ticket
Intrepid Museum Admission Ticket
Top hotels in Morningside Heights
Hotel Edison Times Square
"Our overall experience was absolutely brilliant and superb value. We loved the hotel, the staff were fantastic and friendly, the location was perfect and so easy to access/get to everywhere, the restaurant/breakfast choices were convenient and excellent value, room was spotlessly clean and very comfortable ..."
Reviewed on 31 May 2026
Hyatt Grand Central New York
"The hotel is a bit dated, but well maintained and clean. The room was spacious and the bed was very comfortable! The lobby area is loud, but the staff was very nice."
Reviewed on 31 May 2026
Empire Hotel
"No coffee in the room!! The hotel desperately needs an update. Its age really shows. It’s just not worth the prices they charge. And it’s so busy and full so they just aren’t investing in the property. The carpet and wallpaper are dreadful. The paint is dirty and needs a fresh coat. It really needs ..."
Reviewed on 31 May 2026
Sheraton New York Times Square Hotel
"Update the room and elevator"
Reviewed on 30 May 2026
NEW YORKER BY LOTTE HOTELS
"The wifi was not good. The continental breakfast is not worth the money. The restaurant barely acknowledges you if you thr coupon and then either don't serve you or serve cold items. The room and hotel are nice, but small. The staff are helpful when you can find desk staff. For the cost expect more, ..."
Reviewed on 30 May 2026
Pod Times Square
"Fast elevators - 6 of them so there was never a long wait. Room is small yet functional. Amazingly quiet considering the location right off of the Lincoln Tunnel. Could see the buses going in and out of Port Authority. Safe area with lots to do. My only complaint would be the lack of ventilation ..."
Reviewed on 30 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Morningside Heights
Harlem
Art galleries, live music and theatres highlight some notable features of Harlem. Make a stop by Apollo Theater or Harlem YMCA while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at 125 St. Station (Malcolm X Blvd.) or 125 St. Station (St Nicholas Av.) to get around town.
Upper West Side
Known for its fascinating museums and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Upper West Side. Check out top attractions like Children's Museum of Manhattan and Beacon Theater, and jump on the metro at 86 St. Station (Broadway) or 79 St. Station to see more of the city.
Manhattan
Known for its fascinating museums, important monuments and soaring skyscrapers, there's plenty to explore in Manhattan. Top attractions like Rockefeller Center and Times Square are major draws. Catch the metro at 81 St. - Museum of Natural History Station or 86 St. Station (Central Park West) to see more of the city.
Uptown
While you're in Uptown, take in top sights like Metropolitan Museum of Art or Cleopatra's Needle, 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.).
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 Frick Collection 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.
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