East Side Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit East Side
Where to stay in East Side
Turtle Bay
While you're in Turtle Bay, take in top sights like Chrysler Building and jump on the metro at Lexington Av.-53 St. Station to see more of the city.
Gramercy
Historical sites and theatres are highlights of Gramercy. Make a stop by Irving Plaza or National Arts Club while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at 23 St. Station (Park Av.) to get around town.
Kips Bay
Kips Bay is popular for its lively bars, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Holographic Studios or Asser Levy Recreation Center.
Sutton Place
While visiting Sutton Place, you might make a stop by sights like Sutton Place Park and Bridgemarket.
Tudor City
While Tudor City isn't home to many top sights, Grand Central Terminal and Rockefeller Center are some notable places to visit nearby.
Yorkville
If you're spending time in Yorkville, check out sights like Gracie Mansion or The Promise Theatre and hop on the metro to see more of the city at East 86th Street Station or 96 St. Station (2nd Av.).
Hyatt Grand Central New York
Room was clean and comfortable but no coffee was provided. Hotel includes a “destination fee” but you get $15 to spend in the very overpriced market. Stay was very quiet during the week but was a little bit rowdier on weekend - would recommend asking for a room away from elevators. Area in front ...
Reviewed on 18 Apr 2026
Lotte New York Palace
This is a comfortable and accommodating luxurious hotel ideally situated for us across the street from St. Patrick Cathedral and within walking distance of great restaurants and Broadway shows. We will return here on our next visit to NYC.
Reviewed on 17 Apr 2026
Pod 51
I didn’t eat there. The A/C was good in the room. The room was clean. I had to pay for wi-fi and TV that I told them I would not be using. It was $183 for the 8 days. My internet at home is a 1/3 of that: plus I was not told about this charge until I was checking in. This was deception on their part. ...
Reviewed on 18 Apr 2026
East Village Hotel
Great location! There was street noise but I brought a noise machine so that helped. There isn’t front desk staff on site so keep that in mind. It’s contactless check-in. There will be housekeeping there daily. I would stay again.
Reviewed on 16 Apr 2026
The Beekman Tower, Trademark Collection by Wyndham
I would like to share my sincere review regarding my stay at the hotel. The apartment was only cleaned twice, and both my teenager and I are extremely allergic to carpets that looked and smelled dirty. There were visible stains, and it was clear that the carpet had never been washed, resulting in ...
Reviewed on 14 Apr 2026
The Maison Bella
This place is very spacious and nice in the Upper East Side. Check in is so easy, and there is luggage storage for before and after stay. The kitchen is well-stocked for basic cooking. TVs and air in every room and comfortable beds. The place was very clean, just the walls could use a little refresh ...
Reviewed on 3 Apr 2026
Popular places to visit
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 theatre scene and entertainment choices in this vibrant area.
United Nations Headquarters
After visiting United Nations Headquarters, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in New York. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene and fascinating museums in this vibrant area.
Gramercy Park
After visiting Gramercy Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in New York. Experience the entertainment choices and acclaimed art galleries in this vibrant area.
Chrysler Building
You can find out about the history of New York with a stop at Chrysler Building. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene and fascinating museums in this vibrant area.
One Vanderbilt
One Vanderbilt 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 art galleries and entertainment choices in this vibrant area.
Tompkins Square Park
You can take time to visit Tompkins Square Park during your travels to New York. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene and entertainment choices in this vibrant area.
- Grand Central Terminal
- United Nations Headquarters
- Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center
- NewYork-Presbyterian / Weill Cornell Medical Center
- Union Square Park
- Lenox Hill Hospital
- Bloomingdale's
- Beekman Tower
- Irving Plaza
- 92nd Street Y
- Tompkins Square Park
- MetLife Building
- St. Marks Place
- New York Theatre Workshop
- Central Synagogue
- Sixth Street and Avenue B Community Garden
- Park Avenue Armory
