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 entertainment choices 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 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 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 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 acclaimed theatre scene 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 acclaimed theatre scene and entertainment choices in this vibrant area.
Top hotels in Upper Manhattan
Renaissance New York Harlem Hotel
Great all in one location...hotel, restaurant and bar. Received complimentary voucher to use, completely unexpected 😊
Reviewed on 21 Jan 2026
Radio Hotel
Very patient staff. Would definitely come back
Reviewed on 25 Jan 2026
Aloft Harlem
Clean Useful
Reviewed on 15 Jan 2026
Edge Hotel
The staff was very nice and accommodating. Although the rooms were small there was everything you could possibly need in this hotel and it was very clean!
Reviewed on 23 Jan 2026
Hotel MOCA NYC
Room was nice , wish I had balcony room
Reviewed on 22 Jan 2026
The Central Park North
Bathroom was clean everyday, close to the 2/3 train, and delis open until 2am
Reviewed on 25 Jan 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 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 Cleopatra's Needle or Ukrainian Institute of America, 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.
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.
