Prospect Heights Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit
Barclays Center Brooklyn
Fan favorites, the Brooklyn Nets, the New York Islanders and some of music’s biggest acts, make this urban arena one of the nation’s most popular.
Grand Army Plaza
The former grounds of Revolutionary War battles have been transformed into a spacious public plaza featuring a series of monuments, fountains and sculptures.
Times Square
New York’s infamous neon wonderland is hustle and bustle at its best, and an essential stop for all tourists.
Central Park
Offering blissful respite from Manhattan’s concrete jungle, this is the perfect spot to rest weary feet or enjoy 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.
Grand Central Terminal
This majestic, lively hub for commuters is a must-see for architecture buffs.
Things to do
SUMMIT One Vanderbilt Experience Tickets
Empire State Building Observatory Tickets - General Admission & Express
Edge Observation Deck at Hudson Yards
New York Explorer Pass: Visit 2-10 Attractions and Save Up to 50 Percent
Statue of Liberty & Ellis Island Tour: All Options
Top hotels in Prospect Heights
Hyatt Grand Central New York
Hotel definitely in a great area, every thing you could do is walking distance and you are right next to grand central subway. The only thing is the rooms could use a bit of a renovation as the room we stayed in didn't have a working shower drain or phone and not the cleanest.
Reviewed on 13 Apr 2026
Hotel Edison Times Square
I stayed at this resort for New Year. It was plenty of people but the staff made sure everything clean and everyone was safe. This hotel is in a nice location in Time Square.
Reviewed on 13 Apr 2026
Hyatt Regency Times Square
Spacious room. Friendly staff.
Reviewed on 13 Apr 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton New York Downtown
Clean room. Nice staff. Good location. Only thing I would I would say that is negative is the elevator being backed up all the time.
Reviewed on 13 Apr 2026
Sheraton New York Times Square Hotel
Good place, good location, hotel rooms a bit tired in places but still clean and comfortable
Reviewed on 13 Apr 2026
NEW YORKER BY LOTTE HOTELS
This has become my go-to hotel of late for NYC trips. Not because it's anything fancy, but the location right next to Penn Station, Amtrak, LIRR, and the A/C/E, 1/2/3, B/D/F/M, and 7 trains is so convenient. Many pilots & flight attendants whose regular route takes them to NY stay here for this reason. ...
Reviewed on 13 Apr 2026
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Other neighbourhoods around Prospect Heights
Downtown Brooklyn
Spend some time visiting places like Brooklyn Bridge while getting to know Downtown Brooklyn, and be sure to check out the abundant dining options. You can hop aboard the metro at Jay St. - Tech Station or York St. Station to see more of the area.
Williamsburg
Noted for its cafes and live music, there's plenty to explore in Williamsburg. Top attractions like McCarren Park Pool and Brooklyn Brewery are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Metropolitan Av. Station or Lorimer St. Station (Metropolitan St.) to see more of the city.
Lower East Side
Travellers love Lower East Side for its fantastic nightlife, and you can see more of New York by jumping on the metro at Essex St. Station or Delancey St. Station. You might spend time checking out top sights like Orchard Street Shopping District and Lower East Side Tenement Museum.
Financial District
Enjoy the important monuments in Financial District. Brooklyn Bridge is a worthwhile stop, and you can jump on the metro at Wall St. Station (William St.) or Broad St. Station to see more of New York.
SoHo
You might take some time to check out the abundant dining options in SoHo. Spend some time visiting top spots like Drawing Center, and catch the metro at Prince St. Station or Spring St. Station to see more of the area.
Greenwich Village
Spend some time visiting places like 5th Avenue while getting to know Greenwich Village, and be sure to check out the abundant dining options. You can hop aboard the metro at Christopher St. - Sheridan Sq. Station or W 4 St. Station to see more of the area.
