Central Park West
New York
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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 fascinating museums and entertainment choices in this vibrant area.
Lincoln Center
See some of the world’s greatest performing arts events in one of the most culturally rich cities on the planet in this large architecturally impressive complex.
Columbus Circle
In the middle of this traffic circle is an iconic monument that celebrates the great explorer and marks the transition from the city to the relaxing atmosphere of Central Park.
American Museum of Natural History
See natural wonders from mammoth dinosaurs to delicate butterflies to outer space in this vast museum in the heart of Manhattan.
Broadway Theatre
See a big-name show in the opulent auditorium of this well-known theater, which is beautifully designed and full of history.
Intrepid Sea, Air and Space Museum
You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Intrepid Sea, Air and Space Museum during your trip to New York. Experience the entertainment choices and fascinating museums in this vibrant area.
Things to do
SUMMIT One Vanderbilt Experience Tickets
Edge Observation Deck at Hudson Yards
NYC: Museum of Modern Art (MoMA) Entry Ticket
Top of the Rock Observation Deck
Ultimate Manhattan Highlights Helicopter Tours
Top hotels in Central Park West
Hotel Edison Times Square
Great front desk! Well kept rooms and cleaning services. Perfect location! Would definitely stay here again when we visit in the future!! Thank you!
Reviewed on 2 May 2026
Hyatt Regency Times Square
Great location. Nice property for price.
Reviewed on 2 May 2026
The Manhattan at Times Square
Avoid at all cost! What a terrible experience! The rooms looked dingy and it smelled like mold, we were moved to another floor when I brought up the smell of mold. Notice the mold on the ceiling. Paper thing walls, the noise was so loud, the drilling sounded like it was right under my bed, you'll ...
Reviewed on 1 May 2026
Empire Hotel
Strong smell in hallways (cleaning products). Wallpaper is peeling. Could use reno. Great location for events at Lincoln Center. Lobby and entrance get crowded and lines can be long to check in. Staff was very pleasant and helpful.
Reviewed on 2 May 2026
Park Central Hotel New York
My favorite part about this hotel was definitely the location! Close to everything! You could walk to so many things amd the subwayvwas literally around the corner. The staff was super friendly. My only complaint was not having a fridge in the room.
Reviewed on 2 May 2026
Paramount Times Square – A Generator Hotel
I had an issue with the ac making a loud buzzing sound like a shot clock buzzer every 1-2 minutes through my first night. It took 30 minutes for a maintenance worker to enter my hotel room. Look at the unit from 15 feet away and he told me someone will come fix it. Two hours later and two trips to ...
Reviewed on 2 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Central Park West
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.
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.
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.).
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 Frick Collection 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.
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 Restaurant Row 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.
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.
