What to do in East Side, NY

Activities, attractions and tours

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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.

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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!

Things to do

SUMMIT One Vanderbilt Experience Tickets

SUMMIT One Vanderbilt Experience Tickets

£36
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
SUMMIT One Vanderbilt Experience Tickets
Go City: New York Explorer Pass - Entry to 2 to 10 Top Attractions

New York Explorer Pass: Visit 2-10 Attractions and Save Up to 50 Percent

£62
per adult
84% of travellers recommend
New York Explorer Pass: Visit 2-10 Attractions and Save Up to 50 Percent
Tyrannosaurs rex skeleton in the American Museum of Natural History in New York

American Museum of Natural History Tickets

£26
per adult
82% of travellers recommend
American Museum of Natural History Tickets
Empire State Building Observation Deck & Museum Ticket

Empire State Building Observation Deck & Museum Ticket

£35
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Empire State Building Observation Deck & Museum Ticket
New York’s Best Skyline View, Top of the Rock at Rockefeller Center

Top of the Rock Timed Admission

£33
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Top of the Rock Timed Admission
One World Observatory: Skip-the-Line Ticket

One World Observatory Tickets

£32
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
One World Observatory Tickets
Statue of Liberty & Ellis Island Tour + Pedestal Access

Statue of Liberty & Ellis Island Tour

£49
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Statue of Liberty & Ellis Island Tour
Edge Immersive Observation Deck Ticket

Edge Immersive Observation Deck Ticket

£32
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Edge Immersive Observation Deck Ticket
New York Harbor Lights Evening Cruise

Circle Line: New York Harbor Lights Evening Cruise

£36
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Circle Line: New York Harbor Lights Evening Cruise
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1. Grand Central Terminal

Stand aside from the 750,000 daily visitors rushing to and from their trains and admire the architectural beauty of the majestic Grand Central Terminal. It’s also home to shops and dining options, making it an entertaining one-stop destination.
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2. United Nations Headquarters

For some people it is synonymous with power, for others the United Nations Headquarters is simply a beautiful place to walk around. Next to the East River and just across the water from Brooklyn, this is an area filled with sights.
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3. Gramercy Park

Don’t be put off by the fence surrounding Gramercy Park, the only private park in Manhattan. In a city increasingly overrun with retail chains and glassy modern buildings, this park and the sleepy neighborhood that shares its name represent a slower pace of life and a slice of 19th-century grace, even seen from afar.
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4. Union Square Park

One of New York’s great public spaces, Union Square was a meeting point for impassioned activists who campaigned for civil and women’s rights and protested the Vietnam War. Today it’s alive with activity of a more commercial kind.
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5. Chrysler Building

Visit the stunning 77-floor Chrysler Building, one of New York City’s most recognizable landmarks. Take the chance to appreciate not only the impressive art deco architecture, but the history of the great tower and what it stood for when it was built almost a century ago.
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Recommended things to do in East Side

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What to do in East Side

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Grand Central Terminal

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Step beneath the celestial ceiling of Grand Central Terminal, where Beaux-Arts grandeur meets bustling city life. Listen for whispers in the acoustic gallery or savour gourmet offerings at the historic food market.
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