Times Square New York and Theater District

NYC’s Favorite Tourist Spot & Home of Broadway

Times Square New York and the Theater District are some of New York City’s most popular tourist attractions. Of course, Broadway, also known as the Great White Way, is most definitely for locals as well. Spend a bit of time here and make sure to see the lights at night, but remember, it is less than 10 blocks, a tiny part of Manhattan and even smaller part of NYC!

Times Square NYC Things to Do

Get your selfie on at Madame Tussauds Wax Museum, one of the most popular things to do in Times Square. When you’re done snapping photos with over 225 shockingly lifelike wax figures of the biggest stars and icons in entertainment, sports and history, you can head downstairs to play some games and have a drink at Dave and Busters, located in the same building (in the Hilton Times Square).

New Years Eve in Times Square

New Years Eve is the most popular event in Times Square every year. For those willing to brave the crowds or looking for the ultimate bucket list hotels with prime Ball Drop views, check out our complete guides to:

• New Years Eve Parties
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TSX Times Square

The brand new TSX Times Square is a mixed space offering shopping, entertainment, Tempo by Hilton New York Times Square, Broadway and more. A Pixelstar program let’s you go live on their billboard for 15 seconds by downloading the TSX app, uploading your chosen video and paying a $40 fee.

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NYC Hotels Times Square

The best NYC Hotels Times Square chosen by a NYC local! If you want to be in the heart of Broadway, all the tourist action, Restaurant Row, lounge by a pool, check out the best views from a rooftop or splurge on the live NYE Ball Drop, we will show you the best places to stay.

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Times Square TSQ

May 2-September 29, 2023

Every summer in Times Square, NYC, TSQ LIVE showcases hundreds of artists, performers and cultural producers and this summer 80 free events hosting over a dozen incredible New York-based institutions and collectives, including Pioneer Works, NEW INC, Children’s Museum of Art, Carnegie Hall, Jazz at Lincoln Center, Ailey Extension, New York Live Arts, OTA Entertainment, Soul Summit, Rash Bar, and Elsewhere.

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Times Square Tours & Activities

NASDAQ Market Site

While you probably won’t be able to go inside unless you have a friend ringing the bell, make sure to look up at their high-tech electronic display, which wraps around the cylindrical NASDAQ building, providing up-to-the-minute financial news, market highlights and advertisements. It’s probably THE billboard you see in every photo that makes you think “that’s Times Square” pictured in the NYE photo above. 43rd @ Broadway.

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New York Times Building

Did you Know? Times Square is named after the New York Times.
620 8th Ave, 40th/41st

Times Square NYC Attractions Passes

To explore Times Square using a NYC Tourist pass, you’ll want to look for Madame Tussauds Wax Museum, HOHO Bus Tours (most start in Times Square), Bowlmor Lanes (bowling and a local favorite for kids and adults), Broadway Ticket Savings, Restaurant Coupons (usually Dave & Buster’s, Planet Hollywood & similar).

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Times Square & Broadway NYC Restaurants

Restaurant Row (46th St, 8th/9th Aves) is home to 30 restaurants on one block, some a bit touristy, but all geared for the Broadway theatre crowd, serving prix-fixe specials and well-aware you have an 8pm show to get to. Recommended: Sushi of Gari 46, Becco & Barbetta (authentic Italian, 100+ years old).

Saki Bar Hagi 46 (358 W 46th St) – Japanese eatery & sake bar offering yakitori, noodles, sushi and much more. This place is always packed with locals (huge AAPI hotspot) and open very late. My go-to when seeing a show!

Tagine (221 W 38th St) – fine Moroccan, authentic and tasty chicken, lamb, cous cous and more. Served at a European pace, not for the rushed pre-theater crowd.

Croton Reservoir Tavern (108 W 40th St (6th/Broadway) Simple and easy American fare. Burgers, Steak, Ahi Tuna, great martinis! Closer to Bryant Park. Read More: Croton Reservoir Tavern

Becco (355 W 46th, 8th Ave) – Italian, prix-fixe menus, all you can eat pasta and owned by Lidia Bastianich, a local favorite chef.

Carmine’s (200 W 44th @ 7th Ave)- family-style Italian and their second restaurant (original on the Upper West Side). Widely popular with the theater crowd, tourists and a great family-friendly stop in Times Square. Make sure to go with people who have similar eating styles as you do. If not, Becco is a better bet.

Junior’s – They have everything (burger, deli, breakfast, dessert), but are likely the most famous NY Cheesecake in the world. For 60+ years, anytime my family celebrates a holiday or special occasion, it has been someone’s job to “stop at Junior’s (the original in Brooklyn) and pick up cakes.” 2 locations in Times Square – 45th & 49th.

Sugar Factory (694 8th Ave @ W 44th St) – Celebrity fave candy-themed restaurant offering treats to both kids and adults, as well as a standard American brasserie menu. Everything here is designed to look pretty, be insta-worthy and taste great for both kids and adults. (photo below)

Serendipity 3 Times Square (157 W 47th St) – Best known for Frozen Hot Chocolate, one of Oprah’s favorites

Sardi’s (234 W 44th, 7th & 8th) – an iconic Broadway institution for years, great for pre- and post- theater meals, a local Broadway star hangout. The menu is kind of random. Maybe upscale continental? Open on Thanksgiving.

Joe Allen – similar to Sardi’s in that it is a popular Broadway hangout (stars, producers), but a casual tavern. Orso is their Italian sister restaurant.

Meske (Meskerem) (468 W 47th, 10th Ave) – Ethiopian, inexpensive & interesting. If you’ve never eaten by using spongy bread to pick up your food (no utensils), it’s fun and a must-try. Most dishes are spicy and many are vegetarian friendly.

Joe’s Pizza (1435 Broadway @ 40th) – do yourself a favor – never ask any two New Yorkers together which is the best pizza in NYC or you’ll have yourself a brawl. However, Joe’s is consistently ranked as a top NYC slice (don’t even ask about the slice vs pie battle). The original is in the West Village and everyone will tell you this one isn’t as good, but if you’re here, hungry and don’t have a lot of time, then Joe’s a great bet.

More Popular Times Square Restaurants: BarDough, Brasserie 1605, Gallagher’s Steakhouse, Havana Central, Hold Fast, Le Rivage, P.S. Kitchen, Playwright Celtic Pub, Shula’s Steak House, Tito Murphy’s, Tony’s Di Napoli, Virgil’s Real Barbecue

Ellen’s Stardust & Gayle’s Broadway Rose – what do aspiring Broadway stars do when in between Tony awards? They serve you retro food at Ellen’s and Gayle’s Broadway Rose and perform mini shows.

See Midtown West for nearby restaurant recommendations

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Times Square & Broadway Shopping

These stores run from 42nd to 48th Street, along 7th and Broadway. Without stopping, the whole area takes 15 minutes to walk. Popular Times Square stores & stops include:

• M&M World
• Hersheys Chocolate World
• Levis
• Swatch
• M.A.C Cosmetics
• Planet Hollywood
• Disney
• Line Friends
• Capezio (ballet/dance)
• Old Navy, Gap, SuperDry, H&M, Muji, Forever 21++
• Bubba Gump Shrimp Co
• Souvenir & Electronics Stores

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Times Square & Broadway Hotels

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Boutique Hotels in Times Square

Some of our top boutique accommodation picks in Times Square include:

• Margaritaville Resort Times Square - new in 2021, a beachy themed resort with a pool in the heart of Times Square (photo)
• The Muse Hotel - great for Broadway Shows, very popular
• Times Square EDITION - brand new with a HUGE outdoor beer garden and event deck overlooking Times Square

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Best Times Square Suite Hotels

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Cheap Budget Hotels – Times Square

Some of our top value picks in Times Square include:

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Best Times Square New Years Eve Hotels

If watching the world’s most famous ball drop at midnight from your own New Year’s Eve NYC Hotel is on your bucket list, then don’t miss your chance to reserve a special NYE package in NYC. Some of our favorites include:

• Margaritaville Resort Times Square – new in 2021, a beachy themed resort in the heart of Times Square! The 4th Floor LandShark Bar and Grill is home to Times Square’s ONLY outdoor (heated) pool, and the 5 o’Clock Somewhere Bar on the hotel’s 31st & 32nd floors provides guests with views of the iconic New Year’s Eve Ball, Hudson River and NYC skyline. Margaritvaville has 234 island-inspired guest rooms, a fitness center, and a Tiki Bar. We don’t know exactly how NYE will work at Margaritaville, but we sure get the feeling it’s going to be AMAZING!
• The Knickerbocker – Ring in the New Year from the St. Cloud rooftop bar, which has a surreal view of the New Years Eve Ball
• New York Marriott Marquis – rooms with Ball Drop views, multiple parties in hotel

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Delta Hotel by Marriott New York Times Square

The 310 room Delta Hotel by Marriott New York Times Square offers guests a platform bed, large flat screen TVs, lounge area, desk and bathroom, in addition to complimentary Wi-Fi, bottled water and a premium fitness center. Dining options include George, offering staple grab and go offerings while George’s Nephew allows you to take the time for breakfast, lunch, dinner and drinks with a variety of cuisine options from which to choose.

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• 340 W 40th St, NY, NY 10018

Riu Plaza Manhattan Times Square

The Hotel Riu Plaza Manhattan Times Square, not to be confused with the Riu Plaza New York Times Square on 46th St, is HUGE with more than 650 rooms with mini-fridges and free Wifi. A huge hotel means super competitive rates at a hotel opening at the (hopefully) end of a pandemic in Times Square – nevermind their sister hotel down the street also has 600+ rooms to fill! Opened in 2022.

• 145 West 47th Street, Times Square

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Recommended Times Square Hotels

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• Artel Hotel Times Square
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• M Social Hotel Times Square
• New York Marriott Marquis
• The Muse Hotel
• Paramount Hotel Times Square New York
• Radio City Apartments
• Radisson Hotel New York Times Square
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• Residence Inn
• Royalton Hotel
• Sanctuary Hotel
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Subways to Times Square

• 1, 2, 3 along Broadway and 7th Ave
• A, C, E along 8th Avenue
• N, R, Q, W
• 7 or Shuttle (S) from the east side (Grand Central)
• General Address: 1560 Broadway, New York, NY 10036

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NYC Neighborhood Guides

Harlem

Our Harlem neighborhood guide will show you the wonderful cultural, food, music and historic value of this landmark area, which has long, strong and proud NYC roots. The Harlem Renaissance of the 1920s began the golden age of African-American culture, literature, music, artists, theater and art, which continues to strengthen today. If you want to eat authentic soul food, hear mind-blowing jazz and gospel and clothing shop with Alicia Keys and Jay-Z, then Harlem is on your bucket list!

• Explore: Harlem Neighborhood Guide
• To Do: Apollo Theater, Striver's Row, National Jazz Museum

Upper West Side

The Upper West Side is a residential neighborhood filled with young professionals and families. It is a great place to stay if you are looking to avoid the heavy crowds of Midtown, explore Central Park, The Museum of Natural History, the Beacon Theatre, Lincoln Center, the West Side Highway and still be about 20 minutes from most of Manhattan.

• Explore: Upper West Side Guide
• To Do: American Museum of Natural History & Planetarium, Beacon Theatre, Lincoln Center, Time Warner Center

Central Park

Central Park offers 843 gorgeous acres to explore and 100s of things to do, which is why we consider it an unofficial neighborhood. Central Park draws 38 million visits a year and is home to the Central Park Film Festival, SummerStage, Shakespeare in the Park, Ice Skating, Central Park Zoo, Bow Bridge, biking, playgrounds, the Carousel and much more.

• Explore: Central Park Guide
• To Do: Central Park Zoo, Carousel, TV and Movie Sites, Ice Skating, Loeb Boathouse

Times Square & Broadway

Times Square New York and the Theater District are some of New York City's most popular tourist attractions. Of course, Broadway, also known as the Great White Way, is most definitely for locals as well. Spend a bit of time here and make sure to see the lights at night, the Hershey's and M&M Stores, as well as catch a great Broadway Show.

• Explore: Times Square & Broadway NYC Guide
• To Do: Madame Tussauds Wax Museum, Broadway Shows NYC, Times Square Ball Drop New Years, M&M World & Hersheys Chocolate World

Midtown West, Koreatown, Hell's Kitchen

Midtown West is a huge tourist area with great neighborhoods like NYC's famous Diamond District, Hell's Kitchen and Koreatown. Hell's Kitchen, is the most western section and an "up-and-coming" residential area of New York City with new shops and restaurants opening often. Koreatown, just a block from the Empire State Building, is known for their restaurants and karaoke bars and clubs.

• Explore: Midtown West NYC Guide
• To Do: Empire State Building, Intrepid Sea, Air & Space Museum, Madison Square Garden, Top of the Rock, Rockefeller Center, Bryant Park, Javits Center

Garment District / Fashion Center

The Garment District, also called the Fashion District or Fashion Center, is home to many of the world's most famous fashion designers and showrooms. The area is an amazing resource for fabrics, beads and trims, however, unless you are trade, don't expect to walk in off the street to designer showrooms. The best way to possibly get access to private showrooms is through a private tour or a NYC Sample Sale.

• Explore: Garment District Guide
• To Do: Fashion Walk of Fame, Museum at FIT, Parsons School of Design

Chelsea & Hudson Yards

Chelsea NY is known for art galleries, nightlife and gay-friendly culture. It is a lively, vibrant neighborhood with some of New York City's top restaurants, clubs, art and things to do outdoors and along the Hudson River. While Chelsea boundaries are West 14th-34th Streets, from 7th Ave to the Hudson River, the new Hudson Yards occupies it's most North and West streets, West 30th to 34th Streets between 10th and 12th Avenues.

• Explore: Chelsea & Hudson Yards Guide
• To Do: The Highline, Art Galleries, Chelsea Market, Chelsea Piers, Little Island, Edge, The Vessel, The Shops at Hudson Yards

Meatpacking District

The Meatpacking District, also known as the Gansevoort Market, is only a few blocks, so you cannot get lost, but it is packed with upscale restaurants, night clubs and designer shopping. Like many NY neighborhoods, the MP District retains it's historical architecture, as it is lined with cobblestone streets and old warehouses, but, today, these same buildings house very modern shopping and dining. The heart of the Meatpacking District is Little West 12th Street.

• Explore: Meatpacking District Guide
• To Do: The Highline, Restaurants, Clubs & Rooftops, Little Island, Upscale Shopping