Flatlands Travel Guide
New York
Popular places to visit
Times Square
You can learn more about the history of New York when you visit a top site such as Times Square. Experience the entertainment choices and acclaimed theatre scene in this vibrant area.
Central Park
Central Park is just one of the places to see in New York, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Experience the acclaimed theatre scene and fascinating museums in this vibrant area.
Madison Square Garden
Catch an event at Madison Square Garden during your trip to New York. Experience the entertainment choices and acclaimed theatre scene in this vibrant area.
Rockefeller Center
Find out about the history of Rockefeller Center, a well-known monument in New York. Experience the fascinating museums and entertainment choices in this vibrant area.
Grand Central Terminal
You can learn more about the history of New York during your trip to a top site such as Grand Central Terminal. Experience the acclaimed art galleries and fascinating museums in this vibrant area.
Statue of Liberty
Find out about the history of Statue of Liberty, a well-known monument in New York. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene and fascinating museums in this vibrant area.
Top hotels in Flatlands
Hyatt Grand Central New York
The staff was good. Breakfast was unusually expensive for what was served. Clean room with no amenities that compels one to overspend for basics coffee tea and the like
Reviewed on 29 Mar 2026
Sheraton New York Times Square Hotel
Great property overall. They charge a resort fee which gives you $35 credit per day at the hotel restaurants, but the breakfast is $47 a person for mediocre offerings, and the coffee shop is not full service Starbucks. It was a waste.
Reviewed on 29 Mar 2026
Paramount Times Square – A Generator Hotel
Room was clean and staff were great. However, the heat was blasting all night. No matter what we did, it would not turn off. It was set at 28 C which is around 80 F…..Extremely hot!! We tried calling but the room phone didn’t connect and it was extremely late.
Reviewed on 29 Mar 2026
Hotel Edison Times Square
Amazing friendly staff willing to help with anything! The wine happy hour - with entertainment! So so good! And the Rum House right in the hotel- great cocktails with again amazing live music. Location was fantastic! Definitely staying here again!
Reviewed on 29 Mar 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton New York Downtown
The room was amazing! However, the elevator was down which forced us to walk down the stairs.
Reviewed on 29 Mar 2026
Hyatt Regency Times Square
The absolute best location. Feels like a little hideaway for when you need to rest a bit before heading back out to explore NYC. The room, the bed, the shower all more than comfortable and clean. I can't sleep much in New York because the energy is too powerful. But I prefer this section of Times ...
Reviewed on 29 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Flatlands
Downtown Brooklyn
Spend some time visiting places like Brooklyn Bridge while getting to know Downtown Brooklyn, and be sure to check out the abundant dining options. You can hop aboard the metro at Jay St. - Tech Station or York St. Station to see more of the area.
Williamsburg
Noted for its cafes and live music, there's plenty to explore in Williamsburg. Top attractions like McCarren Park Pool and Brooklyn Brewery are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Metropolitan Av. Station or Lorimer St. Station (Metropolitan St.) to see more of the city.
Lower East Side
Travellers love Lower East Side for its fantastic nightlife, and you can see more of New York by jumping on the metro at Essex St. Station or Delancey St. Station. You might spend time checking out top sights like Orchard Street Shopping District and Lower East Side Tenement Museum.
Financial District
Enjoy the important monuments in Financial District. Brooklyn Bridge is a worthwhile stop, and you can jump on the metro at Wall St. Station (William St.) or Broad St. Station to see more of New York.
SoHo
You might take some time to check out the abundant dining options in SoHo. Spend some time visiting top spots like Drawing Center, and catch the metro at Prince St. Station or Spring St. Station to see more of the area.
Queens
Flushing Meadows-Corona Park and Aqueduct Racetrack are top sights in Queens, and you should be sure to explore the popular shops. Hop aboard the metro at Briarwood Van Wyck Blvd. Station or Jamaica Van Wyck Station to see more sights in the area.