Upper Manhattan Travel Guide
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Columbia University
Enjoy the student vibe around Columbia University, a top university in New York. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene and fascinating museums in this vibrant area.
George Washington Bridge
Learn about the local history of New York when you take a trip to George Washington Bridge. Stroll along the riverfront or experience the acclaimed art galleries in this vibrant area.
Apollo Theater
You can enjoy a show at Apollo Theater during your stay in New York. Experience the fascinating museums and acclaimed art galleries in this vibrant area.
The Met Cloisters
You can spend time exploring the galleries in The Met Cloisters during your trip to New York. Experience the fascinating museums and acclaimed theatre scene in this vibrant area.
Cathedral of St. John the Divine
You can find out about the history of New York with a trip to Cathedral of St. John the Divine. Experience the fascinating museums and entertainment choices in this vibrant area.
United Palace Cathedral
You can make plans for a show at United Palace Cathedral during your trip to New York. Experience the acclaimed art galleries and fascinating museums in this vibrant area.
Top hotels in Upper Manhattan
Radio Hotel
The location was ideal for our stay. The restaurant food was amazing.
Reviewed on 22 Nov 2025
Renaissance New York Harlem Hotel
Awesome
Reviewed on 22 Nov 2025
Aloft Harlem
Good
Reviewed on 29 Nov 2025
Hotel MOCA NYC
Better than what I expected.
Reviewed on 29 Nov 2025
Edge Hotel
Highly recommend. Clean foo
Reviewed on 25 Nov 2025
The Macaw Guesthouse
Not the Waldorf Astoria and a bit pricey but NY city is expensive. The room was adequate for me and it was just a couple of blocks from the presentation I was attending...so it was convenient. The staff was nice and the house and kitchen accessible to the guests. The bed was very comfortable. Building ...
Reviewed on 6 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Upper Manhattan
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 Children's Museum of Manhattan and New York Historical Society, and jump on the metro at 86 St. Station (Broadway) or 79 St. Station to see more of the city.
Manhattan
Known for its fascinating museums, important monuments and soaring skyscrapers, there's plenty to explore in Manhattan. Top attractions like Rockefeller Center and Broadway 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.
Uptown
While you're in Uptown, take in top sights like Belvedere Castle or Upper Fifth Avenue, 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.).
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.
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.
Upper Manhattan Travel Guide
- Columbia University
- Apollo Theater
- Columbia University Irving Medical Center
- Nike Track & Field Center at The Armory
- Museum of the City of New York
- Mount Sinai Morningside
- NewYork-Presbyterian Allen Hospital
- Harlem YMCA
- Black Gay & Lesbian Archive
- West 186th Street Basketball Court
- NYC Health + Hospitals/Metropolitan
- Morningside Park
- Studio Museum of Harlem
- Schomburg Center for Research in Black Culture
- Lafayette Square
- Inwood Hill Park
- Fort Tryon Park
- Bennett Park
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