Morningside Heights Travel Guide

New York

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A park with a large open plaza, a fountain, and classical architecture.
The Library of Columbia University at dusk.
A historic cathedral with intricate stone carvings and large arched windows.
A cityscape with a mix of high-rise and low-rise buildings, a clear blue sky, and a distant view of a body of water.

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Columbia University

8.6/10 (1,099 reviews)
Enjoy the student vibe around Columbia University, a top university in New York. Experience the fascinating museums and entertainment choices in this vibrant area.
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Things to do

SUMMIT One Vanderbilt Experience Tickets

SUMMIT One Vanderbilt Experience Tickets

฿1,621
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
SUMMIT One Vanderbilt Experience Tickets
Madame Tussauds New York Celebrity Wax Museum

Madame Tussauds New York Celebrity Wax Museum

฿946
per traveller
92% of travellers recommend
Madame Tussauds New York Celebrity Wax Museum
Edge Observation Deck at Hudson Yards

Edge Immersive Observation Deck Ticket

฿1,427
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Edge Immersive Observation Deck Ticket
American Dream: SEA LIFE New Jersey Aquarium

American Dream: SEA LIFE New Jersey Aquarium

฿1,094
per traveller
88% of travellers recommend
American Dream: SEA LIFE New Jersey Aquarium
Statue of Liberty & Ellis Island Sunset Cruise

Statue of Liberty & Ellis Island Sunset Cruise

฿834
per adult
78% of travellers recommend
Statue of Liberty & Ellis Island Sunset Cruise
New York’s Best Skyline View, Top of the Rock at Rockefeller Center

Top of the Rock Timed Admission

฿1,659
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Top of the Rock Timed Admission
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Top hotels in Morningside Heights

Row Nyc

Row Nyc

4 out of 5
700 8th Avenue New York NY
The price is ฿4,917 per night from 7 Sept to 8 Sept
฿4,917
฿7,278 total
7 Sept - 8 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in New York. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Popular attractions Times Square and Broadway are located nearby.
8.2/10 Very good! (1,331 reviews)
"I’m really glad I chose ROW NYC for my trip to New York! The location was very convenient, and the service was excellent. The staff was friendly, helpful, and polite, which made the overall experience very pleasant. The property is a bit older, so the bathroom had some older fixtures and features, ..."

Reviewed on 30 Aug 2026

Row Nyc
Hyatt Grand Central New York

Hyatt Grand Central New York

4 out of 5
109 East 42nd Street New York NY
Fully refundable
The price is ฿8,159 per night from 2 Sept to 3 Sept
฿8,159
฿10,997 total
2 Sept - 3 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in New York. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
8.4/10 Very good! (7,677 reviews)
"Los cuartos viejos y el baño más viejo aún."

Reviewed on 30 Aug 2026

Hyatt Grand Central New York
Sheraton New York Times Square Hotel

Sheraton New York Times Square Hotel

4 out of 5
811 7th Ave New York NY
The price is ฿5,185 per night from 7 Sept to 8 Sept
฿5,185
฿7,396 total
7 Sept - 8 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in New York. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), a 24-hour fitness centre and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful ...
7.4/10 Good! (9,089 reviews)
"El hotel es bueno solo que por lo mismo que es un hotel muy viejo y requiere más mantenimiento"

Reviewed on 30 Aug 2026

Sheraton New York Times Square Hotel
Lotte New York Palace

Lotte New York Palace

4.5 out of 5
455 Madison Ave New York NY
The price is ฿17,880 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
฿17,880
฿21,583 total
31 Aug - 1 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in New York. Enjoy a full-service spa, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
Lotte New York Palace
PUBLIC, an Ian Schrager hotel

PUBLIC, an Ian Schrager hotel

4 out of 5
215 Chrystie St New York NY
The price is ฿10,099 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
฿10,099
฿13,414 total
31 Aug - 1 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in New York. Enjoy 2 restaurants, 6 bars/lounges and a nightclub. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (3,940 reviews)
"We love this hotel! Our daughter goes to NYU and the location is perfect. Our check in ritual is to head over to Whole Foods and the wine shop on Bowery to stock up the mini fridge. The rooms and common spaces are immaculate. Early complimentary coffee on the Lobby level is so appreciated. Can't ..."

Reviewed on 30 Aug 2026

PUBLIC, an Ian Schrager hotel
Empire Hotel

Empire Hotel

4 out of 5
44 W 63rd St New York NY
The price is ฿5,213 per night from 7 Sept to 8 Sept
฿5,213
฿6,856 total
7 Sept - 8 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this boutique hotel in New York. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and 3 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
Empire Hotel
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Where to stay in Morningside Heights

Find the best Morningside Heights areas for the activities you enjoy most.
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Brooklyn

Known for its great live music and charming cafes, there's plenty to explore in Brooklyn. You can visit top attractions like Barclays Center Brooklyn and Brooklyn Bridge, and jump on the metro at Kingston - Throop Avs. Station or Nostrand Av. Station (Fulton St.) to see more of the city.

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Midtown

Times Square and Rockefeller Center are a few top attractions in Midtown. Hop around the city on the metro at 42 St. - Bryant Pk. Station or Times Sq. - 42 St. Station and check out the area's fascinating museums, soaring skyscrapers and acclaimed art galleries.

A large glass-domed building with a pond in front, surrounded by potted plants and people walking.

Bronx

Consider exploring the abundant dining options in Bronx. If sightseeing is on the list, Yankee Stadium is a top attraction. Hop on the metro at Bronx Park East Station or E 180 St. Station to see more of the area.

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Central New York City

Known for its soaring skyscrapers and eye-catching views, there's plenty to explore in Central New York City. Check out top attractions like Times Square and Rockefeller Center, and jump on the metro at 49th St. Station or 50 St. Station (Broadway) to see more of the city.

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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.).

Morningside Heights Travel Guide