Van Nest 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.
Grand Central Terminal
This majestic, lively hub for commuters is a must-see for architecture buffs.
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.
Rockefeller Center
One of Manhattan’s most iconic developments, this hub of business and entertainment was considered a remarkable feat when it was completed in the late 1930s.
Things to do
Madame Tussauds New York Celebrity Wax Museum
NYC: Museum of Modern Art (MoMA) Entry Ticket
Ultimate Manhattan Highlights Helicopter Tours
Edge Observation Deck at Hudson Yards
City Cruises New York: Signature Lunch Cruise
Top hotels in Van Nest
Hotel Edison Times Square
Concierge couldn’t understand us very well. Also it said broadway tix were half price on the weekend but that wasn’t true. We got wayyyy cheaper on ticket master. Refillable water station on floor 18 was terrible!! Undrinkable! Sink water was better. Good location and friendly staff. Red wine was ...
Reviewed on 4 May 2026
Hyatt Grand Central New York
Good hotel. Very good neighborhood. Nice staff.
Reviewed on 4 May 2026
NEW YORKER BY LOTTE HOTELS
Nice
Reviewed on 4 May 2026
Sheraton New York Times Square Hotel
Good location
Reviewed on 4 May 2026
PUBLIC, an Ian Schrager hotel
Tiny rooms like a cruise ship. Beds on platform against window require either inside sleeper to get out of bed and step down from platform or crawl over partner.
Reviewed on 3 May 2026
Millennium Hotel Broadway Times Square
Didn’t have a refrigerator, microwave or coffeemaker. Asked for fridge and they brought one pretty quickly. No microwave which I disliked as we had gone to Carmines for lunch and wanted to heat the food up. Asked for coffee maker and it was brought up in a timely fashion. View of the Chrysler building ...
Reviewed on 4 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Van Nest
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 Frick Collection 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.
Manhattan
Known for its fascinating museums, important monuments and soaring skyscrapers, there's plenty to explore in Manhattan. Top attractions like Rockefeller Center and Times Square 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.
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.
Uptown
While you're in Uptown, take in top sights like Metropolitan Museum of Art 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.).
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.
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.
