What to do in East Side, NY

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East Side Attractions

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Places of interest in East Side

East Side is crammed with must-see places to visit and things to do. We can help you decide where to stay in East Side, and make it a breeze to explore East Side and the surrounding areas with our guides on where to go, what to see and when to see it. No matter how long your stay, it’s easy to find places of interest in East Side to make sure that you enjoy your holiday to the fullest and don’t miss a thing. Leave the local knowledge to us and leave the hassle behind.

If you’re planning a visit to East Side, why not check out our handy guides to places of interest in the area? You can browse lists of things to do, learn about the most popular attractions, and get help with planning the details of your trip. Expedia makes it easy for you to check out all the top sights in East Side.

East Side attractions

East Side has something for everyone, so whether you’re planning to get active on a summer holiday, put a spring in your step with a romantic rendezvous, or pamper yourself with a leisurely winter trip, you’ll find plenty of attractions in East Side to keep you entertained. Expedia makes it easy to book your flight, hotel and rental car in advance, making for hassle-free travel and freeing you up to explore the sights of East Side.

Looking for things to do in East Side can be time-consuming, but we can take the hassle out of planning your holiday. Whether you’re looking to get active in the great outdoors, sample the cuisine of East Side or catch up with the vibrant local culture, our guides to East Side attractions ensure that you’ll have a successful trip, whatever the season. Happy trails!


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Wall Street - Financial District showing a city, heritage architecture and an administrative building

Manhattan

4.5/5(1,983 area reviews)

Power and wealth and breathtaking scenery are concentrated on this very small island. Immerse yourself for a few days or a lifetime.

Manhattan
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Midtown

4.5/5(437 area reviews)

One of the most recognizable areas in the world also has enough tourist attractions to fill several visits.

Midtown
New York showing signage, street scenes and cbd

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.

Central New York City
Greenwich Village which includes a fountain

Greenwich Village

4.5/5(41 area reviews)

Once the center of New York’s bohemian art scene, this area remains one of the city’s best hangouts and a great spot to sip an espresso or catch an independent film.

Greenwich Village
Grand Central Terminal

Midtown East

4.5/5(577 area reviews)

The premium spot for shopping in New York City has gleaming skyscrapers, numerous museums, luxury hotels and a beautiful cathedral.

Midtown East
Central Park which includes a high-rise building, a garden and skyline

Uptown

5/5(2 area reviews)

While you're in Uptown, take in top sights like Central Park or Metropolitan Museum of Art, 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.).

Uptown

Day trip destinations from East Side