If you are going to New York then Midtown Manhattan is the perfect neighborhood to stay in if you want to be close to New York’s most famous sights and attractions. For example, most of New York’s observation decks are located here, as well as Times Square and Grand Central Terminal. In addition, many hotels in New York can be found in Midtown Manhattan. Keep in mind, however, that hotels in Midtown Manhattan tend to be very expensive.
Times Square
Times Square in New York is the most visited place in Manhattan and it is an absolute must see. Times Square is a square bustling with energy and activity. It has spectacular neon lighting and nice big LED screens. Times Square “costs” you no more than an hour, but the memories are indelible. Times Square can be found in Midtown Manhattan from West 42nd Street to West 47th Street.
Empire State Building
The view of New York from the Empire State Building will be a memory of your trip that is hard to forget. The Empire State Building is one of New York’s most iconic buildings. It is 102 stories high and on the 86th floor is an observation deck with breathtaking views of the city. This is a must-see for anyone visiting New York for the first time.
SUMMIT One Vanderbilt
New York’s newest observation deck, SUMMIT, is located at One Vanderbilt, a spectacular new state-of-the-art skyscraper next to Grand Central Terminal in Midtown Manhattan. The building has a height of 427 meters, and the observation deck sits on the 91st to 93rd floors. It offers breathtaking views of the city that are not to be missed.
Grand Central Terminal
Grand Central Terminal is one of the most famous train stations in the world. And it is next to Penn Station the main train station in New York City. The station is free to visit and a must-see for anyone visiting New York.
Top of the Rock
Top of the Rock is also a well-known landmark in MidTown Manhattan. Many prefer it to the Empire State Building because the observation deck of the Top of the Rock has the very best views of Manhattan, Jersey, Brooklyn, the Brooklyn Bridge and Queens! On the north side you can seeCentral Park and on the south side the Empire State Building!
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