Morningside Heights 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 acclaimed theatre scene 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 acclaimed art galleries and entertainment choices in this vibrant area.

Times Square
You can learn more about the history of New York when you visit a top site such as Times Square. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene and fascinating museums 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.

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 fascinating museums in this vibrant area.
Top hotels in Morningside Heights

Sheraton New York Times Square Hotel
Hotel is in a great location, but it’s older and in serious need of some updates. They have very few amenities in the hotel, which was a bummer. But the location made up for it!
Reviewed on 15 Nov 2025

Empire Hotel
Good location
Reviewed on 18 Nov 2025

Lotte New York Palace
Favorite spot in NYC
Reviewed on 19 Nov 2025

Hotel Edison Times Square
What an incredible hotel. the only place i’ll be staying in new york from now on. they offer incredible amenities and are in an amazing location. Thanks Hotel Edison!!!
Reviewed on 15 Nov 2025

Hyatt Grand Central New York
The staff were incredibly friendly and helpful. Rooms were very clean. I’ll definitely stay here again the next time I’m in NYC.
Reviewed on 19 Nov 2025

Paramount Times Square – A Generator Hotel
Pros: Comfortable beds & linens! Amazing water pressure, delish Parisian cafe off of lobby, luggage check available, BEST location across from the Hamilton theatre! Cons: Tiny rooms but location makes it do-able. And the cleaning lady opened our door without knocking into our room with my half naked ...
Reviewed on 14 Nov 2025
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Other neighbourhoods around Morningside Heights

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 Zabar's, 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 Belvedere Castle or Upper Fifth Avenue, 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 New World Stages 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.
Morningside Heights Travel Guide
- Columbia University
- Mount Sinai Morningside
- Morningside Park
- Lafayette Square
- General Grant National Memorial
- Peace Fountain
- Times Square
- Broadway
- Central Park
- Rockefeller Center
- Statue of Liberty
- Grand Central Terminal
- Empire State Building
- American Dream
- MetLife Stadium
- One World Trade Center
- Cape Liberty Cruise Port
- Bryant Park
- Manhattan Cruise Terminal
- 5th Avenue
- Radio City Music Hall
- Brooklyn Bridge
- New York University
- Brooklyn Cruise Terminal
