Uptown Travel Guide
New York





Popular places to visit

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.

Metropolitan Museum of Art
From Roman art to Rembrandt and beyond, explore the art and culture of civilizations from across the ages in one of the world’s most acclaimed art museums.

American Museum of Natural History
See natural wonders from mammoth dinosaurs to delicate butterflies to outer space in this vast museum in the heart of Manhattan.

Solomon R. Guggenheim Museum
One of the world’s best-known art galleries is as exciting from the outside as it is from inside.

Beacon Theater
You can enjoy a show at Beacon Theater during your trip to New York. Experience the fascinating museums and entertainment choices in this vibrant area.

Metropolitan Opera House
You can make plans for a show at Metropolitan Opera House during your stay in New York. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene and fascinating museums in this vibrant area.
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

Madame Tussauds New York Celebrity Wax Museum

Circle Line: New York Harbor Lights Evening Cruise
Top hotels in Uptown

Loews Regency New York Hotel
Very friendly, smiley welcome out front from Javier - not to mention great help pulling up in front of the hotel so i could valet (he stopped traffic!) - and a warm welcome from Victor at the front desk. Also my bags were very, very promptly brought upstairs which I appreciate as I was in a rush ...
Reviewed on 23 Jan 2026

Empire Hotel
Staff was very friendly and helpful.
Reviewed on 4 Feb 2026

Hotel Belleclaire
Staff very friendly and helpful!
Reviewed on 2 Feb 2026

Night Hotel Broadway
Standard . Normal
Reviewed on 1 Feb 2026

The Pierre, A Taj Hotel, New York
Gorgeous room and wonderful staff
Reviewed on 26 Jan 2026

Arthouse Hotel New York City
Loved the bar. So hospitable.
Reviewed on 3 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Uptown

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.

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 Upper Fifth Avenue 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.

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.

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 Times Square and Rockefeller Center, and jump on the metro at 49th St. Station or 50 St. Station (Broadway) 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 New World Stages 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.
