Gowanus Travel Guide
New York
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.
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.
Statue of Liberty
This symbol of freedom, democracy and hope is one of the most famous statues in the world.
Things to do
One World Observatory Tickets
Top of the Rock Observation Deck
City Cruises New York: Signature Lunch Cruise
New York: Wall Street Personalized Self-Guided App Tour
Statue of Liberty & Ellis Island Sunset Cruise
Top hotels in Gowanus
Hyatt Grand Central New York
Hotel is strategically located but nothing outstanding about the stay
Reviewed on 8 Apr 2026
Sheraton New York Times Square Hotel
We stayed here as a family of 4 for a vacation and the location was amazing. Our room was great! No complaints- we had an amazing stay.
Reviewed on 8 Apr 2026
Hotel Edison Times Square
Our room was clean, but very small. We had an awful view, unfortunately. We looked down at some rooftops. Do you mean everything? Which ones did you choose which style the other one the yellow one here like the other style better it looks good just small, right bring the sweats fit. OK the sweats ...
Reviewed on 8 Apr 2026
Hyatt Regency Times Square
No pool
Reviewed on 7 Apr 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton New York Downtown
There room was very clean. It had what we needed and was in a good location.
Reviewed on 8 Apr 2026
NEW YORKER BY LOTTE HOTELS
Very tiny room. Old. Cracked tiles. Mold
Reviewed on 8 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Gowanus
Downtown Brooklyn
Spend some time visiting places like Brooklyn Bridge 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.
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 Lower East Side Tenement Museum.
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.
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.
Greenwich Village
Spend some time visiting places like 5th Avenue while getting to know Greenwich Village, and be sure to check out the abundant dining options. You can hop aboard the metro at Christopher St. - Sheridan Sq. Station or W 4 St. Station to see more of the area.
