Hillcrest 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.
Broadway
Visit the dazzling theater district of one of the world’s most exciting cities. Enjoy the shopping, dining and street entertainment as well.
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.
Empire State Building
No trip to New York is complete without zooming up the top of this iconic building, where the views of Manhattan are unmatchable.
Things to do
Central Park Zoo Admission Ticket with 4D Theater Access
NYC: Museum of the Moving Image Flexible Ticket
A Gilded Age Audio Guide: New York's Millionaire Row
Lower Manhattan, New York Walking Tour with Audioguide
Brooklyn Nets Basketball Game at Barclays Center
Top hotels in Hillcrest
Sheraton New York Times Square Hotel
The beds are amazingly comfy and the assigned elevator system was the best thing Ive seen in a long time. Rocketed you from lobby to your high floors without a bunch of stops. Location is the best for theater, Radio City and Rockefeller Center. That said, charging a fee for storing bags in a city ...
Reviewed on 7 Jan 2026
Hyatt Grand Central New York
Clean room and nice staff
Reviewed on 6 Jan 2026
Hyatt Regency Times Square
Excellent location! Clean, spacious, housekeeping was on top of everything. Would definitely stay here again.
Reviewed on 6 Jan 2026
Millennium Hotel Broadway Times Square
Clean room
Reviewed on 6 Jan 2026
Lotte New York Palace
Overall a good stay
Reviewed on 6 Jan 2026
NEW YORKER BY LOTTE HOTELS
good
Reviewed on 6 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Hillcrest
Queens
Aqueduct Racetrack and Flushing Meadows-Corona Park are top sights in Queens, and you should be sure to explore the popular shops. Hop aboard the metro at Briarwood Van Wyck Blvd. Station or Jamaica Van Wyck Station to see more sights in the area.
Williamsburg
Noted for its cafes and live music, there's plenty to explore in Williamsburg. Top attractions like Brooklyn Brewery and Music Hall of Williamsburg 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.
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.
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.
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.).
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.
