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 entertainment choices 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 entertainment choices 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 acclaimed art galleries and fascinating museums 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.
Morningside Park
After visiting Morningside Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in New York. Experience the fascinating museums and entertainment choices in this vibrant area.
Top hotels in Upper Manhattan
Renaissance New York Harlem Hotel
The hotel oversold the rooms and apparently that means the hotel gets to pick and choose who they want to lie to. My room was supposed to be ready at 12, it wasn’t. I literally chose to come stay here because of the bar. Unfortunately I couldn’t see past the horrible front desk experience. I was ...
Reviewed on 3 May 2026
Radio Hotel
No cafe machine in the room, very small fridge, No microwave
Reviewed on 4 May 2026
The George Manhattan, Tapestry Collection by Hilton+++
Staff was great and the room was perfect. They are still working through the opening so the pool wasn’t open yet and the restaurant is still being built out. Great location in Harlem and close to subway and buses to get around town.
Reviewed on 4 May 2026
Hotel MOCA NYC
Bueno
Reviewed on 30 Apr 2026
Edge Hotel
Staff was so friendly and accommodating.
Reviewed on 4 May 2026
Aloft Harlem
Clean room, great staff, and loved the pool table. When we checked in it was loud, but the rooms were still quiet. Great location
Reviewed on 24 Apr 2026
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 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.
Hell's Kitchen
Known for its soaring skyscrapers, popular shops and eye-catching views, there's plenty to explore in Hell's Kitchen. Top attractions like Manhattan Cruise Terminal and Restaurant Row are major draws. Catch the metro at 50 St. Station (8th Av.) or 42 St. - Port Authority Bus Terminal Station to see more of the city.
