Lower Manhattan
Travel Guide
Visit Lower Manhattan
Where to stay in Lower Manhattan
SoHo
You might take some time to check out the abundant dining options in SoHo. Spend some time visiting top spots like The Apartment, and catch the metro at Prince St. Station or Spring St. Station to see more of the area.
Financial District
Enjoy the important monuments in Financial District. Brooklyn Bridge is a worthwhile stop, and you can jump on the metro at Wall St. Station (William St.) or Broad St. Station to see more of New York.
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 Essex Street Market.
West Village
Consider a visit to Bleecker Street and take some time to enjoy the abundant dining options during your time in West Village. If you want to see more of the city, jump on the metro at Christopher St. - Sheridan Sq. Station or 14 St. Station (7th Ave.).
East Village
If you're spending time in East Village, you might enjoy attractions like Tompkins Square Park and St. Marks Place. You might also enjoy the neighbourhood's ample dining options before hopping on the metro at 1 Av. Station to see more of the city.
Tribeca
Travellers choose Tribeca for its great bars. Hop aboard the metro at Chambers St. Station (Hudson St.) or Chambers St. Station (Church St.) and check out top sights like Hudson River Park.
DoubleTree by Hilton New York Downtown
Odd layout for a hotel, but everything was perfect. Great room, very reasonably priced for Financial District. Top marks for housekeeping and front desk.
Reviewed on 18 Nov 2025
PUBLIC, an Ian Schrager hotel
Excellent
Reviewed on 14 Nov 2025
Now Now NoHo
This place is a fantastic find! CLEAN, safe, affordable, amazing location, and the loveliest staff! I would definitely stay again. HOWEVER, this is not a place for light sleepers. Don't get me wrong, it was quiet - everyone is so respectful of each other - but you will hear every door being opened ...
Reviewed on 15 Nov 2025
Placemakr Wall Street
Nice roomy hotel. Could use hooks/rods in bathroom and hallway and more bedding.
Reviewed on 11 Nov 2025
Sonder by Marriott Bonvoy One Platt Apartments Financial District
For a Manhattan hotel size and price was amazing ! Full Kitchen ! Close to many things we enjoy!
Reviewed on 8 Nov 2025
East Village Hotel
Although the hotel has no front desk, the check-in process was terrific as they sent emails and texts with information on how to gain access to the hotel and the room. Being in the East Village, the rooms are small but they have everything you need for a stay including a nicely stocked kitchenette! ...
Reviewed on 14 Nov 2025
Popular places to visit
One World Trade Center
Enjoy breathtaking views of the city from the observation platform of the tallest building in the Western Hemisphere, near to where the Twin Towers once stood.
New York University
Walk around the campus of New York University, a well-known university in New York. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene and entertainment choices in this vibrant area.
Battery Park
This stylish park at the southernmost tip of Manhattan is a destination for one of the best sunsets in the city.
National September 11 Memorial & Museum
A sobering tribute to the thousands who lost their lives on 11 September, 2001, this humbling landmark is a powerful symbol for local New Yorkers and visitors alike.
Washington Square Park
In a city with many pretty parks, this is one of the most beautiful. You may recognize its iconic arch and fountain from a movie or postcard.
Things to do
SUMMIT One Vanderbilt Experience Tickets
Madame Tussauds New York Celebrity Wax Museum
Top of the Rock Observation Deck
Statue of Liberty & Manhattan Skyline Sightseeing Cruise
- One World Trade Center
- Brooklyn Bridge
- Battery Park
- National September 11 Memorial & Museum
- Washington Square Park
- Lower East Side Tenement Museum
- Whitney Museum of American Art
- South Street Seaport
- Hudson River Park
- Manhattan Bridge
- Bleecker Street
- Bowery Ballroom
- Pace University
- City Winery
- The New School
- World Financial Center
- Katz's Delicatessen
- Mulberry Street
- Orchard Street Shopping District
