Title: 10 TOP Things to Do in Lawrence February 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Lawrence Travel Guide](https://expedia.co.uk/Lawrence.dx55791)[Hotels in Lawrence](https://expedia.co.uk/Lawrence-Hotels.d55791.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Lawrence Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Lawrence.d55791.Car-Hire-Guide)[Lawrence Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Lawrence.d55791.Holidays-City-Breaks) # What to do in Lawrence, NY ## Activities, attractions and tours ## Visit Lawrence Types of activities [Lawrence travel guide](https://expedia.co.uk/Lawrence.dx55791) ![Queensboro Bridge East River Manhattan Queens Roosevelt Island New York](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/149004/946631a4-0731-4223-b45d-f09a5a655b93.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Queensboro Bridge East River Manhattan Queens Roosevelt Island New York](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/149004/946631a4-0731-4223-b45d-f09a5a655b93.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![While we're not exactly famous for it, New York City does get it's share of fantastic looking sunsets. This was taken in the Queens neighborhood of College Point, looking out over the East River.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/149004/e6f156af-ab24-465a-a7c4-a0f5b42ca1ed.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![One of the best views and lesser known areas in New York. Sunset behind the Throgs Neck Bridge from Queens, Fort Totten State Park #travel #nyc #sunset](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976383164/88c01a55-f2f1-4840-9169-c055d5bf5b5c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Bass fishin, Beautiful night on the water . Enjoying the view of the throgs neck bridge .](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/149004/bb4327a6-815c-4698-b53b-3d5805971a55.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Lawrence Attractions Let Expedia help you to experience the best that Lawrence has to offer! If you’re planning a trip to Lawrence, we can provide you with a list of the top sightseeing attractions, as well as helping you to find unmissable activities. Whether you’re travelling to Lawrence with your family, planning a romantic trip with your loved one, or visiting on business, we’ll make it easy to plan an unforgettable holiday that checks all the boxes. #### Places of interest in Lawrence Lawrence is crammed with must-see places to visit and things to do. We can help you decide where to stay in Lawrence, and make it a breeze to explore Lawrence 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 Lawrence 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 Lawrence, 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 Lawrence. #### Lawrence attractions Lawrence 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 Lawrence 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 Lawrence. Looking for things to do in Lawrence 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 Lawrence or catch up with the vibrant local culture, our guides to Lawrence attractions ensure that you’ll have a successful trip, whatever the season. Happy trails! --- - ![find price illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__find_price.svg) ### Explore activities Explore thousands of experiences from activities and attractions to day tours and transfer. - ![calendar shield illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__calendar_shield.svg) ### Book with ease Skip the line- book tickets online in minutes to top attractions with free cancellation on many activities. - ![trophy illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__trophy.svg) ### Treat yourself One Key members save % or more on select activities, hotels, cars and holiday rentals. [Learn about One Key](https://www.expedia.co.uk/welcome-one-key) --- ## Top places to visit ### 1\. Times Square Locals might bemoan Times Square’s touristy hustle and bustle, but the neon wonderland is undeniably New York City's beating heart. Loud and chaotic, the crowded epicenter is one of the world’s most visited and recognizable tourist attractions. [Learn more ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Times-Square-Manhattan.d502080.Attraction) ![Times Square featuring a skyscraper, city views and a city](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/502080/ba1463c8-9bb1-4699-95b4-495107edd8f3.jpg) ### 2\. Central Park When it comes to film credits, no green space in the world can match New York City's Central Park. “When Harry Met Sally,” “Annie Hall,” “Home Alone 2,” and “Sex and the City: The Movie” all feature scenes shot in Manhattan’s iconic park, which opened in 1857 and is renowned as one of the city’s most precious outdoor areas. [Learn more ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Central-Park-Manhattan.d6056463.Attraction) ![spring landscape in the Central park, New York, USA](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6056463/218d1975-505c-48d8-beb4-0f420513a376.jpg) ### 3\. Madison Square Garden Midtown Manhattan has one of the world’s most famous indoor arenas: Madison Square Garden (MSG). Watch the NBA New York Knicks, NHL New York Rangers and WNBA New York Liberty or your favorite big-name concert performers at this huge venue. [Learn more ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Madison-Square-Garden-Manhattan.d6291778.Attraction) ![NewYork_MadisonSquareGarden_6291778_8](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6291778/100a91d6-4c2c-4f29-9372-94725c3c5e3a.jpg) ### 4\. 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. [Learn more ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Grand-Central-Terminal-Manhattan.d502081.Attraction) ![Grand Central Terminal which includes cbd, night scenes and heritage architecture](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6064535/523d78ba-b47f-4343-a805-fb2b0d208577.jpg) ### 5\. Statue of Liberty Few buildings conjure up as many emotions as New York’s iconic Statue of Liberty, an awe-inspiring symbol of freedom, hope and democracy standing proud on Liberty Island in New York Harbor. [Learn more ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Statue-Of-Liberty-New-York.d502066.Attraction) ![Statue of Liberty](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/502066/7fa049ab-2439-4d49-b340-2016317d6e92.jpg) ### 6\. Rockefeller Center An ode to 1930s New York, Rockefeller Center in Midtown Manhattan fuses the old and the new, and is at the heart of the city’s annual holiday celebrations. [Learn more ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Rockefeller-Center-Manhattan.d502076.Attraction) ![Rockefeller Center](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/502076/95920105-ade5-4842-982e-64df4898f074.jpg) ### 7\. Empire State Building The Empire State Building is a world-famous landmark, synonymous with New York. It’s renowned as a backdrop in films such as “An Affair to Remember,” “King Kong,” and “Sleepless in Seattle.” In fact, it’s one of the city’s most significant and romantic skyscrapers. [Learn more ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Empire-State-Building-Manhattan.d502075.Attraction) ![Close up view of the Empire State Building and the New York city skyline on a beautiful blue sky day](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/502075/e47e13bb-635b-4451-addb-36dd590eca37.jpg) ### 8\. Broadway Broadway is called the “Great White Way” for the dazzling lights surrounding the popular Times Square portion of this avenue. Take a moment to look in all directions from your spot at the center of Times Square. Every December 31, about 1 million people crowd into this space to watch the 12-foot (3.6-meter) ball drop from One Times Square in celebration of the New Year. [Learn more ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Broadway-Manhattan.d6064537.Attraction) ![Motion blur effect,Times square with illuminated buildings and advertise on front crowded streets and yellow cabs for transportation tourists,midtown in New York with busy traffic and taxi cars moving](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6064537/a8ea8d2d-ca3c-4cc4-9553-0e1c2a53eb63.jpg) ## Recommended things to do in Lawrence | Number of things to do | 24 | | ------------------------------- | --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | | Cheapest thing to do on Expedia | [New York World's Fair Site: Explore its utopian future on an audio tour](/things-to-do/new-york-worlds-fair-site-explore-its-utopian-future-on-an-audio-tour.a3458024.activity-details): £4 | | Top 5 things to do | [New York: Same-Day Luggage Delivery Service](/things-to-do/new-york-same-day-luggage-delivery-service.a49094913.activity-details)[Express Limo Inc.](/things-to-do/express-limo-inc.a48297031.activity-details)[New York Airport Same Day Luggage Services (1 Traveller 1 Bag)](/things-to-do/new-york-airport-same-day-luggage-services-1-traveller-1-bag.a566113.activity-details)[Brooklyn: Brooklyn Seltzer Museum & Factory Tour & Tasting](/things-to-do/brooklyn-brooklyn-seltzer-museum-factory-tour-tasting.a49998690.activity-details)[Bear Mountain State Park+ BeaconTown 1-Day Tour From NY](/things-to-do/bear-mountain-state-park-beacontown-1-day-tour-from-ny.a50302489.activity-details) | | Half-day tours | [Brooklyn: Brooklyn Seltzer Museum & Factory Tour & Tasting](/things-to-do/brooklyn-brooklyn-seltzer-museum-factory-tour-tasting.a49998690.activity-details)[New York World's Fair Site: Explore its utopian future on an audio tour](/things-to-do/new-york-worlds-fair-site-explore-its-utopian-future-on-an-audio-tour.a3458024.activity-details)[St. John's University Scavenger Hunt and Escape Game](/things-to-do/st-johns-university-scavenger-hunt-and-escape-game.a50899124.activity-details)[1 Hour Private Surfing Lesson in Rockaway Beach](/things-to-do/1-hour-private-surfing-lesson-in-rockaway-beach.a50684372.activity-details)[Grand Central Express - JFK Airport to Grand Central Terminal (TTD)](/things-to-do/grand-central-express-jfk-airport-to-grand-central-terminal-ttd.a47514673.activity-details) | | With kids | [Brooklyn: Brooklyn Seltzer Museum & Factory Tour & Tasting](/things-to-do/brooklyn-brooklyn-seltzer-museum-factory-tour-tasting.a49998690.activity-details)[Bear Mountain State Park+ BeaconTown 1-Day Tour From NY](/things-to-do/bear-mountain-state-park-beacontown-1-day-tour-from-ny.a50302489.activity-details)[BAPS, Robbinsville&Grounds For Sculpture 1-day tour From NY](/things-to-do/baps-robbinsville-grounds-for-sculpture-1-day-tour-from-ny.a50302490.activity-details)[BAPS Shri Swaminarayan Mandir, Robbinsville&Longwood 1-day Tour From NY](/things-to-do/baps-shri-swaminarayan-mandir-robbinsville-longwood-1-day-tour-from-ny.a50302485.activity-details)[1 Hour Private Surfing Lesson in Rockaway Beach](/things-to-do/1-hour-private-surfing-lesson-in-rockaway-beach.a50684372.activity-details) | ## What to do in Lawrence --- ### Popular places to visit #### Rock Hall Museum You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Rock Hall Museum during your travels in Lawrence. Amble around the area's beaches or visit its shops. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Rock-Hall-Museum-Lawrence.d553248635976375845.Attraction) #### Hicks Beach Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Hicks Beach during your trip to Lawrence? Stroll along the beaches or visit the shops in the area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hicks-Beach-New-York.d553248635983991498.Attraction) --- Looking for fun things to do nearby? Check [things to do near me](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do-near-me) to find and book the best things to do, fun activities, and top attractions wherever you happen to be. --- ## Day trip destinations from Lawrence ![See the rainbow?](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/2621/d469832f-6a79-458c-a3df-2fbcba1b2cf6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Jamaica ![Sunset over the Atlantic Ocean in Far Rockaway, Queens, New York](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/103345/eabac5cd-c400-433a-8c9b-5a5d711dd1a6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Far Rockaway ![New York showing boating, a bridge and a city](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/129440/91e9341a-4d69-4bb8-b967-d61a5f439459.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### New York ![Long Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6122876/0976cf25-e127-4493-879b-caa646e09935.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Long Beach ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Lawrence worth visiting? ### How do I spend a day in Lawrence? ### What is the top tourist attraction in Lawrence? ### Is three days enough to stay in Lawrence? ### What are some activities to do in Lawrence with kids? > - [Brooklyn: Brooklyn Seltzer Museum & Factory Tour & Tasting](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/brooklyn-brooklyn-seltzer-museum-factory-tour-tasting.a49998690.activity-details) > - [Bear Mountain State Park+ BeaconTown 1-Day Tour From NY](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/bear-mountain-state-park-beacontown-1-day-tour-from-ny.a50302489.activity-details) > - [BAPS, Robbinsville&Grounds For Sculpture 1-day tour From NY](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/baps-robbinsville-grounds-for-sculpture-1-day-tour-from-ny.a50302490.activity-details) > - [BAPS Shri Swaminarayan Mandir, Robbinsville&Longwood 1-day Tour From NY](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/baps-shri-swaminarayan-mandir-robbinsville-longwood-1-day-tour-from-ny.a50302485.activity-details) > - [1 Hour Private Surfing Lesson in Rockaway Beach](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/1-hour-private-surfing-lesson-in-rockaway-beach.a50684372.activity-details) ### What to do in Lawrence for adults? ### Are there free things to do in Lawrence? ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/mad-service/footer/bnaBanners/BEX_Footer.jpg) ## Go further with the Expedia app Save on select hotels when you book in the app. Our app deals help you to save on trips so you can travel more and manage it all on the go. 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