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.
Central Park Zoo
See the exotic and native animals who call Central Park Zoo home during your travels in New York. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene and entertainment choices in this vibrant area.
Beacon Theater
You can enjoy a show at Beacon Theater during your trip to New York. Experience the acclaimed art galleries and fascinating museums in this vibrant area.
Things to do
SUMMIT One Vanderbilt Experience Tickets
Empire State Building General & Skip-the-Line Ticket Options
American Museum of Natural History Tickets
Statue of Liberty & Ellis Island Tour: All Options
Top of the Rock Observation Deck
Madame Tussauds New York Celebrity Wax Museum
Top hotels in Uptown
Empire Hotel
Reviewed on 7 Aug 2025
Loews Regency New York Hotel
Reviewed on 6 Aug 2025
Night Hotel Broadway
Reviewed on 6 Aug 2025
Hotel Belleclaire
Reviewed on 4 Aug 2025
Arthouse Hotel New York City
Reviewed on 7 Aug 2025
The Lucerne Hotel
Reviewed on 7 Aug 2025
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 Manhattan Cruise Terminal and Rockefeller Center 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 Lincoln Center and Children's Museum of Manhattan, and jump on the metro at 86 St. Station (Broadway) or 79 St. Station to see more of the city.
Lenox Hill
If you're spending time in Lenox Hill, check out sights like 5th Avenue or Park Avenue Armory and hop on the metro to see more of the city at 72nd Street Station or 68 St. - Hunter College Station.
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 Park South
If you're spending time in Central Park South, check out sights like Rockefeller Center or Broadway and hop on the metro to see more of the city at 57 St. - 7 Av Station or 57 St. Station.
- Central Park
- Lincoln Center
- Metropolitan Museum of Art
- Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center
- American Museum of Natural History
- Solomon R. Guggenheim Museum
- Madison Avenue
- Central Park Zoo
- Beacon Theater
- Metropolitan Opera House
- Lenox Hill Hospital
- 92nd Street Y
- Frick Collection
- Metropolitan Club
- Bethesda Fountain
- Strawberry Fields
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