Upper East Side Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit

Solomon R. Guggenheim Museum
You can spend time exploring the galleries in Solomon R. Guggenheim Museum in New York. Experience the acclaimed art galleries and entertainment choices in this vibrant area.

Frick Collection
You can spend time studying the exhibits at Frick Collection in New York. Experience the entertainment choices and acclaimed theatre scene in this vibrant area.

Metropolitan Club
You can learn about the history of New York with a visit to Metropolitan Club. Experience the entertainment choices and acclaimed art galleries in this vibrant area.

Park Avenue Armory
You can spend time studying the exhibits at Park Avenue Armory during your travels in New York. Experience the entertainment choices and acclaimed theatre scene in this vibrant area.

Cooper Hewitt Smithsonian Design Museum
You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Cooper Hewitt Smithsonian Design Museum during your trip to New York. Experience the entertainment choices and acclaimed art galleries in this vibrant area.

Carl Schurz Park
After visiting Carl Schurz Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in New York. Experience the entertainment choices and fascinating museums in this vibrant area.
Top hotels in Upper East Side

Loews Regency New York Hotel
Just wonderful The staff at the hotel are magnificent Alway consistent always fantastic We will return time and time again! Concierge are the best in the city…
Reviewed on 28 Apr 2026

The Pierre, A Taj Hotel, New York
The staff is the kindest, brightened our day!
Reviewed on 28 Apr 2026

Courtyard by Marriott New York Manhattan/Upper East Side
This is a great location on the upper east side. Hotel has been renovated but no on site restaurant. Good options close by however.
Reviewed on 29 Apr 2026

The Gardens Sonesta ES Suites New York
Great location
Reviewed on 1 May 2026

The Macaw Guesthouse
It depends on what you're looking for. If you want fancy, amenities, this isn't for you. If you're looking for an affordable alternative to stay in Manhattan that is clean, with great owners, in a quiet, safe neighborhood, and just worried about a place to lay your head for the night, then this is ...
Reviewed on 25 Apr 2026

The Carlyle, A Rosewood Hotel
Clean room/Great Staff
Reviewed on 27 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Upper East Side

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.).

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.

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.

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.

Central New York City
Known for its soaring skyscrapers and eye-catching views, there's plenty to explore in Central New York City. Check out top attractions like Times Square and Rockefeller Center, and jump on the metro at 49th St. Station or 50 St. Station (Broadway) to see more of the city.

Theater District
Gourmet restaurants acclaimed theatres and top sights from Times Square to Rockefeller Center – discover Theater District, a destination also famous for its shopping.
