Roosevelt Island Travel Guide
New York
Visit Roosevelt Island
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.
Yankee Stadium
Baseball’s most famous franchise has a new, somewhat luxurious home in the central Bronx, full of homages to the team’s long history.
Grand Central Terminal
This majestic, lively hub for commuters is a must-see for architecture buffs.
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 Roosevelt Island
Sheraton New York Times Square Hotel
Rooms ok bed small / crazy up charges for everything
Reviewed on 28 Feb 2026
NEW YORKER BY LOTTE HOTELS
At the front desk, Mohammed helped us out by upgrading our room for my birthday and getting us into a room right when we arrived at the hotel. We didn’t have to wait till 4pm for check in or anything and it took so much stress off my shoulders and made our trip such an amazing stay! All of the staff ...
Reviewed on 27 Feb 2026
Hyatt Grand Central New York
I was billed twice for this stay. I was billed by Expedia and Hyatt. I was charged $821 by Expedia and $602 by Hyatt. I am a great customer. Please ratify this matter. Thank you for your cooperation. If you need a copy of payment. I will send it.
Reviewed on 27 Feb 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton New York Downtown
Our room was clean, staff was friendly.
Reviewed on 26 Feb 2026
Hotel Edison Times Square
The staff were very friendly. We loved that you had to show your room key to access the elevator. Very much enjoyed the Grab and Go ticket vouchers for breakfast. And the location in Times Square could not have been better! We highly recommend staying here.
Reviewed on 28 Feb 2026
Doubletree by Hilton New York Times Square South
Staff was courteous and room was clean, cozy bed.
Reviewed on 27 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Roosevelt Island
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.
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.
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 Lincoln Center or Cleopatra's Needle, 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.).
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 Grand Central Terminal, and jump on the metro at 49th St. Station or 50 St. Station (Broadway) to see more of the city.
Midtown
Times Square and Grand Central Terminal 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.
