East Williamsburg Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit
Times Square
New York’s infamous neon wonderland is hustle and bustle at its best, and an essential stop for all tourists.
Central Park
Offering blissful respite from Manhattan’s concrete jungle, this is the perfect spot to rest weary feet or enjoy a picnic.
Madison Square Garden
Whether you’re performing here, watching your favorite sports team or entertainer or touring the venue, you’re in for an exciting event.
Statue of Liberty
This symbol of freedom, democracy and hope is one of the most famous statues in the world.
Grand Central Terminal
This majestic, lively hub for commuters is a must-see for architecture buffs.
Rockefeller Center
One of Manhattan’s most iconic developments, this hub of business and entertainment was considered a remarkable feat when it was completed in the late 1930s.
Things to do
Madame Tussauds New York Celebrity Wax Museum
NYC: Museum of Modern Art (MoMA) Entry Ticket
Brooklyn Bridge Self-guided Bike Tour App - Audio + Written
Ultimate Manhattan Highlights Helicopter Tours
Edge Observation Deck at Hudson Yards
Top hotels in East Williamsburg
Hyatt Grand Central New York
Great location, just besides grand central , give you access to the whole city
Reviewed on 10 Mar 2026
Sheraton New York Times Square Hotel
My daughter and I stayed at the Sheraton Times Square for our weekend visit to the city, and I would absolutely stay there again! It was so walkable to everything we wanted to do, and I really appreciated that we were each given an included bottle of water from the hotel gift shop each day. The room ...
Reviewed on 13 Mar 2026
Hotel Edison Times Square
We stay here every time we’re in NYC. Love it. The breakfast vouchers are helpful as well. We’re not ones to stay in the room much when we’re on vacation so we don’t require much
Reviewed on 12 Mar 2026
Paramount Times Square – A Generator Hotel
Tiny room but very clean. Staff were not attentive at all. Charged for water stand without providing coffee or cappuccino at all. Best location for NYFW Sony Hall and great live music!
Reviewed on 12 Mar 2026
Hyatt Regency Times Square
First time visitor to New York City and it was a fantastic time! We got a great deal with Expedia for the Hyatt Regency and I am so glad we chose the Hyatt. The location is perfectly located right in time square and so many other staple places to visit while in NYC like Rockefeller Center, Radio ...
Reviewed on 13 Mar 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton New York Downtown
Great location close to trains and restaurants good prices
Reviewed on 11 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around East Williamsburg
Williamsburg
Noted for its cafes and live music, there's plenty to explore in Williamsburg. Top attractions like McCarren Park Pool and Brooklyn Brewery are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Metropolitan Av. Station or Lorimer St. Station (Metropolitan St.) to see more of the city.
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.
Downtown Brooklyn
Spend some time visiting places like Brooklyn Tabernacle while getting to know Downtown Brooklyn, and be sure to check out the abundant dining options. You can hop aboard the metro at Jay St. - Tech Station or York St. Station to see more of the area.
Midtown South
While you're in Midtown South, take in top sights like Madison Square Garden or 5th Avenue, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at 34 St. Station (Herald Square) or 33 St. Station (Park Av. S).
SoHo
You might take some time to check out the abundant dining options in SoHo. Spend some time visiting top spots like Drawing Center, and catch the metro at Prince St. Station or Spring St. Station to see more of the area.
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.
