Things to do in Flushing

Activities, attractions and tours

A nighttime view of the Brooklyn Bridge with the Manhattan skyline in the background.
A suburban area with a mix of residential houses, a highway, and a body of water in the distance.
Flushing Meadows Corona park Sunset
A brightly lit bridge spanning a river at night with city lights reflecting on the water.
A beach with people, waves, and row houses.

Things to do

SUMMIT One Vanderbilt Experience Tickets

SUMMIT One Vanderbilt Experience Tickets

RM222
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
SUMMIT One Vanderbilt Experience Tickets
Edge Observation Deck at Hudson Yards

Edge Immersive Observation Deck Ticket

RM176
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Edge Immersive Observation Deck Ticket
One World Observatory: Skip-the-Line Ticket

One World Observatory Tickets

RM124
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
One World Observatory Tickets
Top of the Rock Timed Admission

Top of the Rock Timed Admission

RM204
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Top of the Rock Timed Admission
American Dream: SEA LIFE New Jersey Aquarium

American Dream: SEA LIFE New Jersey Aquarium

RM135
per traveller
88% of travellers recommend
American Dream: SEA LIFE New Jersey Aquarium
Wicked Poster

Wicked on Broadway

RM531
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Wicked on Broadway
NYC: Whitney Museum Ticket

NYC: Whitney Museum Ticket

RM122
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
NYC: Whitney Museum Ticket
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Queens Botanical Garden

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This 39-acre urban oasis showcases themed gardens reflecting Queens' cultural diversity. Explore the Rose Garden, Bee Garden, and LEED Platinum Visitor Centre while experiencing the legacy of the 1939 World's Fair.
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Where to stay in Flushing

Find the best Flushing areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A busy urban street with various colorful signs for businesses like beauty salons, restaurants, and offices.

Flushing Chinatown

Visitors highly recommend Flushing Chinatown for its abundant dining options, and you can make a stop by Regal Tangram while you're in town.

A river meandering through a city with a bridge, surrounded by greenery and urban buildings.

Downtown Flushing

While visiting Downtown Flushing, you might make a stop by sights like Queens Historical Society and Regal Tangram.

A water tower surrounded by cherry blossoms.

Koreatown

While visiting Koreatown, you might make a stop by sights like Queens Historical Society and Kingsland Homestead.

A street lined with parked cars and a sign for Greenway Terrace.

Linden Hill

Linden Hill is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Flushing Town Hall and Lewis Howard Latimer House Museum.

A park with a statue of a muscular figure holding a staff, surrounded by flowers and trees.

Kew Gardens Hills

While visiting Kew Gardens Hills, you might make a stop by sights like Flushing Meadows-Corona Park and Queens College Indoor Tennis Center.

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East Elmhurst

A coastal street lined with houses and buildings, with cars parked along the road and a view of the water in the distance.

Astoria

A red boat on a river with a bridge and a city skyline in the background.

New York

Frequently asked questions

Is Flushing worth visiting?
One of the most popular things to do in Flushing is visit Times Square. Tick this top attraction off your agenda, then experience more of this area's dining and history.
How do I spend a day in Flushing?
Times Square and Rockefeller Centre are two excellent places to start your adventures. Be sure to check out the shopping and dining options in Flushing while you're here too.
What is the top tourist attraction in Flushing?
Times Square is one of the top tourist attractions in Flushing and deserves a place on every must-do list of the area.
Is three days enough to stay in Flushing?
Three days will give you time to tick off many city highlights, including Bronx Zoo, New York Hall of Science and Queens Zoo. The average stay in Flushing is two days. If you have the time to extend your getaway, New York isn't far away.
Is Flushing a walkable city?
Some leading attractions in Flushing, like New York Hall of Science and Queens Zoo, are within walking distance. You can also enjoy several of the city's popular neighbourhoods on foot. Just 0.97 kilometres from central Flushing is Flushing Chinatown and Linden Hill is 0.64 kilometres away.
What are some activities to do in Flushing with kids?
If you're searching for activities and attractions for all ages, here are some terrific ideas for what to do in Flushing with kids.

What to do in Flushing for adults?
Whether you're a culture enthusiast, food lover or outdoor explorer, there are loads of things to do in Flushing for adults including Brooklyn Brewery and New York Distilling Co..
Are there free things to do in Flushing?
From visiting parks to strolling around hip neighbourhoods, it's simple to discover free things to do in Flushing. If you're in need of ideas, ask a local tour guide for some tips. John Bowne House is a must for anyone planning to save on their travelling adventures.