Upper Manhattan Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit
Columbia University
Enjoy the student vibe around Columbia University, a top university in New York. Experience the fascinating museums and 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 entertainment choices and acclaimed art galleries 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 fascinating museums in this vibrant area.
Museum of the City of New York
You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Museum of the City of New York in New York. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene and fascinating museums 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 acclaimed art galleries and fascinating museums in this vibrant area.
Morningside Park
After visiting Morningside Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in New York. Experience the entertainment choices and fascinating museums in this vibrant area.
Top hotels in Upper Manhattan
Renaissance New York Harlem Hotel
"The hotel is very nice and clean. The neighborhood was ok being in Harlem. They have a very nice restaurant and bar at the location."
Reviewed on 29 May 2026
Radio Hotel
"Clean room, friendly staff!!"
Reviewed on 27 May 2026
The George Manhattan, Tapestry Collection by Hilton+++
"I"
Reviewed on 29 May 2026
Hotel MOCA NYC
"It's was bad it was cold in the room all night and the TV suck and the shower wasn't clean...."
Reviewed on 29 May 2026
Edge Hotel
"Excellent"
Reviewed on 26 May 2026
Aloft by Marriott Harlem
"Clean and comfy! Will definitely return…."
Reviewed on 29 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Upper Manhattan
Harlem
Art galleries, live music and theatres highlight some notable features of Harlem. Make a stop by Apollo Theater or Harlem YMCA while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at 125 St. Station (Malcolm X Blvd.) or 125 St. Station (St Nicholas Av.) to get around town.
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 Beacon Theater, 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 Times Square 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 Metropolitan Museum of Art or Cleopatra's Needle, 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 Frick Collection 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.
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.
