Civic Center Travel Guide
New York
Visit Civic Center
Popular places to visit
City Hall Park
Discover this lovely little park as you take a walking tour of lower Manhattan. Stop at its visitor center to pick up information for the rest of your trip.
Woolworth Building
Find out about the history of New York with a stop at Woolworth Building. Discover the acclaimed theatre scene and notable monuments in this vibrant area.
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.
Things to do
SUMMIT One Vanderbilt Experience Tickets
Madame Tussauds New York Celebrity Wax Museum
Ultimate Manhattan Highlights Helicopter Tours
Empire State Building Observatory Tickets - General Admission & Express
New York Explorer Pass: Visit 2-10 Attractions and Save Up to 50 Percent
Manhattan Magic App Guided Stroll Through the Big Apple
Top hotels in Civic Center
Sheraton New York Times Square Hotel
Besides the unknown and unwanted daily resort fee or whatever it was a great location for me and my sister. Subway is around the corner and staff is friendly!
Reviewed on 5 Mar 2026
Hyatt Grand Central New York
Kind staff , we took a red eye and she accommodated an early check in - very grateful for the kindness
Reviewed on 6 Mar 2026
Lotte New York Palace
Front desk not one smile! Didn’t feel welcomed at all by the lady that was working the front desk! Beds, terrible. The only great thing about that place was George and housekeeping staff. I stayed next to what seemed a playground. Kids yelling all day next to room 3025
Reviewed on 4 Mar 2026
NEW YORKER BY LOTTE HOTELS
The location was convenient because it was close to Penn Station. However, the room condition and facilities inside of the room were not good, especially the bathroom. Even though I booked the executive room, it was not what I expected. I highly recommended not include breakfast for extra fees because ...
Reviewed on 6 Mar 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton New York Downtown
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Reviewed on 5 Mar 2026
Hotel Edison Times Square
The staff were so incredibly friendly and accommodating, and the room was clean, surprisingly spacious for Manhattan, and comfortable. The location cannot be beat, and the breakfast was AMAZING. It’s also a beautiful hotel with a classy, Gatsby-like vibe. This was a wonderful stay, and I will definitely ...
Reviewed on 6 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Civic Center
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Chelsea
Chelsea is highly notable for its popular shops, and you might want to visit top sights like Madison Square Garden and Joyce Theater. See more of New York by jumping on the metro at 23 St. Station (8th Av.) or 23 St. Station (7th Av.).
