North Riverdale Travel Guide
New York
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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.
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
SUMMIT One Vanderbilt Experience Tickets
Madame Tussauds New York Celebrity Wax Museum
Empire State Building Observatory Tickets - General Admission & Express
New York Explorer Pass: Visit 2-10 Attractions and Save Up to 50 Percent
One World Observatory Tickets
Top hotels in North Riverdale
Sheraton New York Times Square Hotel
Clean room, friendly staff
Reviewed on 26 Feb 2026
NEW YORKER BY LOTTE HOTELS
Helpful staff. Great location. Decent amenities … good but a bit old.
Reviewed on 26 Feb 2026
Hyatt Grand Central New York
The rooms are clean. The location is incredible to arrive by airtrain from JFK. Packages delivered are little expensive. Staff is very friendly. This is my 3rd time at Hyatt!!
Reviewed on 26 Feb 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton New York Downtown
ok
Reviewed on 25 Feb 2026
Hotel Edison Times Square
Clean room, Great Location, Entertaining Restaurant on site!
Reviewed on 25 Feb 2026
Doubletree by Hilton New York Times Square South
The check process was very quick. The staff was lovely and the room was very clean.
Reviewed on 26 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around North Riverdale
Upper West Side
Known for its fascinating museums and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Upper West Side. Check out top attractions like Children's Museum of Manhattan and Beacon Theater, and jump on the metro at 86 St. Station (Broadway) or 79 St. Station to see more of the city.
Manhattan
Known for its fascinating museums, important monuments and soaring skyscrapers, there's plenty to explore in Manhattan. Top attractions like Times Square and Grand Central Terminal are major draws. Catch the metro at 81 St. - Museum of Natural History Station or 86 St. Station (Central Park West) to see more of the city.
Uptown
While you're in Uptown, take in top sights like Cleopatra's Needle or Belvedere Castle, 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.).
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 The Cloisters 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.
Lenox Hill
If you're spending time in Lenox Hill, check out sights like 5th Avenue or Park Avenue Armory and hop on the metro to see more of the city at 72nd Street Station or 68 St. - Hunter College Station.
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.
