Neighborhood

Manhattan

4.8 · 21,508 reviews·A top pick in New York City

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Manhattan is the vibrant core of New York City, blending culture, finance, and entertainment. This borough is home to Broadway theaters, Wall Street's financial district, and iconic skyscrapers like the Empire State Building. Visitors can explore world-renowned museums such as the Metropolitan Museum of Art and the Museum of Modern Art. The diverse neighborhoods, from the trendy streets of SoHo to the historic charm of Greenwich Village, offer endless shopping, dining, and sightseeing opportunities.

Don't miss

Catch a Broadway show in the Theater District, the pinnacle of live theater.
Walk the High Line, an elevated park built on historic railroad tracks.
Visit the 9/11 Memorial & Museum to honor and learn about the events of September 11.

Tickets & tours

Ways to visit Manhattan

You can usually visit on your own. A tour is worth it for transport, a guide, or combining nearby sights into one day.

Cheapest way inCircle Line: 2.5hr - Complete Manhattan Island Cruise4.4★ · 3,570 travelers~3 hoursFree cancellationFrom$35 per personSee dates →

Best full dayNew York in One Day Guided Sightseeing Tour4.8★ · 13,612 travelers~6 hoursFree cancellationFrom$99 per personSee dates →

Private & flexibleCentral Park Pedicab Guided Tours5★ · 8,040 travelers1–3 hoursFree cancellationFrom$42 per personSee dates →

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