Briarwood Travel Guide
New York
Popular places to visit
Times Square
You can learn more about the history of New York when you visit a top site such as Times Square. Experience the entertainment choices and acclaimed theatre scene in this vibrant area.
Central Park
Central Park 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 entertainment choices and acclaimed theatre scene in this vibrant area.
Broadway
Enjoy a performance or just snap a photo at Broadway, a popular theatre in New York. Experience the entertainment choices and acclaimed art galleries in this vibrant area.
Statue of Liberty
Find out about the history of Statue of Liberty, a well-known monument in New York. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene and entertainment choices in this vibrant area.
Madison Square Garden
Catch an event at Madison Square Garden during your trip to New York. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene and entertainment choices in this walkable area.
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 fascinating museums and acclaimed art galleries in this vibrant area.
Top hotels in Briarwood
Sheraton New York Times Square Hotel
Reviewed on 17 Aug 2025
Hotel Edison Times Square
Reviewed on 16 Aug 2025
Hotel St. James
Reviewed on 16 Aug 2025
Hyatt Grand Central New York
Reviewed on 15 Aug 2025
PUBLIC, an Ian Schrager hotel
Reviewed on 16 Aug 2025
NEW YORKER BY LOTTE HOTELS
Reviewed on 15 Aug 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Briarwood
Queens
Citi Field and Aqueduct Racetrack are top sights in Queens, and you should be sure to explore the popular shops. Hop aboard the metro at Briarwood Van Wyck Blvd. Station or Jamaica Van Wyck Station to see more sights in the area.
Williamsburg
Noted for its cafes and live music, there's plenty to explore in Williamsburg. Top attractions like Brooklyn Brewery and Music Hall of Williamsburg are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Metropolitan Av. Station or Lorimer St. Station (Metropolitan St.) 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.
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.
Lower East Side
Travellers love Lower East Side for its fantastic nightlife, and you can see more of New York by jumping on the metro at Essex St. Station or Delancey St. Station. You might spend time checking out top sights like Orchard Street Shopping District and Lower East Side Tenement Museum.
- Times Square
- Central Park
- Broadway
- Statue of Liberty
- Grand Central Terminal
- Rockefeller Center
- MetLife Stadium
- Manhattan Cruise Terminal
- American Dream
- Empire State Building
- Cape Liberty Cruise Port
- One World Trade Center
- Barclays Center Brooklyn
- Brooklyn Cruise Terminal
- New York University
- Columbia University
- 5th Avenue
- Brooklyn Bridge
- Bryant Park
- Jacob K. Javits Convention Center
- Lincoln Center
- Bronx Zoo
- Radio City Music Hall
- Citi Field
- Metropolitan Museum of Art
- Prudential Center
- United Nations Headquarters
- Columbus Circle
- Battery Park