Central Park West Travel Guide
New York
Visit Central Park West
Popular places to visit
Columbia University
Enjoy the student vibe around Columbia University, a top university in New York. Experience the entertainment choices and acclaimed art galleries in this vibrant area.
Manhattan Cruise Terminal
Explore the waterfront in New York with a trip to Manhattan Cruise Terminal. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene and fascinating museums 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.
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 acclaimed art galleries and entertainment choices in this vibrant area.
Things to do
New York Explorer Pass: Visit 2-10 Attractions and Save Up to 50 Percent
Madame Tussauds New York Celebrity Wax Museum
Harry Potter and the Cursed Child on Broadway
Circle Line: 50-Minute Statue of Liberty Super Express Sightseeing Cruise
Private Audio Guided Walking Tour in New York
Top hotels in Central Park West
Hyatt Regency Times Square
Excellent location! Clean, spacious, housekeeping was on top of everything. Would definitely stay here again.
Reviewed on 6 Jan 2026
Hotel Edison Times Square
Clean rooms great restaurants wonderful location, but we spent around 1 hour in the frontdesk line for the check in
Reviewed on 7 Jan 2026
Pod Times Square
Economic with a great location. Check in was easy, rooms were cozy albeit small.
Reviewed on 6 Jan 2026
Paramount Times Square – A Generator Hotel
Everything was nice and great location
Reviewed on 5 Jan 2026
Empire Hotel
Nice
Reviewed on 6 Jan 2026
The Manhattan at Times Square
Room was fine...helpful staff ...ESPECIALLY the doormen !!! Very attentive and helpful. Nice grab and go breakfast....good location. Id definitely stay again...👍🗽👍🏙
Reviewed on 31 Dec 2025
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 New York Historical Society, 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 Broadway 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 Cleopatra's Needle or Ukrainian Institute of America, 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 Upper Fifth Avenue 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.
Central Park South
If you're spending time in Central Park South, check out sights like Rockefeller Center or Broadway and hop on the metro to see more of the city at 57 St. - 7 Av Station or 57 St. Station.
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 New World Stages 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.
