Hudson Urban Collection

Hudson Urban Collection · Guest guide

Explore New York City

Discover New York City, just across the Hudson River — iconic landmarks, hidden gems and unforgettable experiences.

Discover NYC – No Ticket Required

Some of the city’s best moments don’t need a ticket.

Staten Island Ferry1
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Staten Island Ferry

A free 25-minute ride with spectacular views of the Statue of Liberty and Lower Manhattan.

9/11 Memorial2
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9/11 Memorial

Two monumental reflecting pools honoring the lives lost. The outdoor memorial is free to visit.

Grand Central Terminal3
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Grand Central Terminal

The celestial ceiling, grand staircases, the famous clock and the Whispering Gallery.

The High Line4
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The High Line

A former elevated railway turned into a park with gardens, public art and city views.

Little Island5
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Little Island

A floating park on the Hudson with landscaped hills, walking paths and river views.

New York Public Library6
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New York Public Library

Marble halls, the famous lion statues and the Rose Main Reading Room (subject to visiting hours).

Iconic landmarks

The New York you’ve seen in the movies.

Times Square7
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Times Square

Dazzling lights, giant billboards and the famous red steps. Don’t miss Midnight Moment, the synchronized digital art show from 11:57 PM to midnight.

Brooklyn Bridge8
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Brooklyn Bridge

Walk across one of the world’s most famous bridges, with views of Manhattan and the East River.

Rockefeller Center9
No ticket required · optional tours

Rockefeller Center

Art Deco icons, the Channel Gardens, shopping and — in winter — the tree and the rink.

United Nations Headquarters10
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United Nations Headquarters

The home of global diplomacy on the East River, with guided tours.

Observation decks

The best views in the city — book a timed ticket, sunset slots sell out first.

Empire State Building11
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Empire State Building

The most famous skyscraper in the world, with open-air decks on the 86th floor.

SUMMIT One Vanderbilt12
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SUMMIT One Vanderbilt

Mirrored rooms and glass ledges 1,000 feet above Midtown, next to Grand Central.

Edge at Hudson Yards13
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Edge at Hudson Yards

The highest outdoor sky deck in the Western Hemisphere, with a glass floor.

Top of the Rock14
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Top of the Rock

Classic open-air views with the Empire State Building and Central Park in the same photo.

One World Observatory15
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One World Observatory

Views from the top of the tallest building in the Western Hemisphere.

Broadway & entertainment

World-class shows a short ride from your door.

Broadway & Theater District16
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Broadway & Theater District

World-class musicals and plays around Times Square.

Radio City Music Hall17
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Radio City Music Hall

Art Deco icon and home of the Rockettes’ Christmas Spectacular.

Central Park – must-see spots

843 acres of lakes, bridges and filming locations in the middle of Manhattan.

Central Park18
No ticket required · optional tours

Central Park

An urban oasis of lakes, historic bridges, gardens and famous filming locations.

Bethesda Terrace & Fountain19
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Bethesda Terrace & Fountain

Stunning architecture and one of NYC’s most recognizable filming locations.

Bow Bridge20
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Bow Bridge

A romantic cast-iron bridge over the lake with skyline views.

The Mall & Literary Walk21
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The Mall & Literary Walk

A tree-lined promenade with musicians and historic statues.

Belvedere Castle22
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Belvedere Castle

A storybook castle with panoramic views over the park.

Strawberry Fields23
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Strawberry Fields

A peaceful memorial dedicated to John Lennon.

Gapstow Bridge24
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Gapstow Bridge

A picturesque stone bridge with one of the best views of the Midtown skyline.

Parks, gardens & scenic walks

Green escapes with skyline and river views.

Bryant Park25
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Bryant Park

A Midtown retreat with outdoor seating, seasonal markets and events.

Washington Square Park26
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Washington Square Park

The famous arch and fountain, street musicians and Greenwich Village energy.

The Battery27
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The Battery

Waterfront gardens looking out to New York Harbor and the Statue of Liberty.

Brooklyn Bridge Park28
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Brooklyn Bridge Park

Waterfront paths, playgrounds and unforgettable Manhattan skyline views.

Hidden gems

Places many first-time visitors never find.

Pier 57 Rooftop Park29
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Pier 57 Rooftop Park

A public rooftop park on the Hudson with an indoor food market below and views of Little Island.

Gansevoort Peninsula30
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Gansevoort Peninsula

Manhattan’s sandy beach, with lounge chairs, picnic areas and river views. No swimming.

Governors Island31
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Governors Island

A car-free island with bike paths, hammocks, gardens and Statue of Liberty views — a short ferry ride.

Greenacre Park32
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Greenacre Park

A tiny Midtown oasis with a 25-foot waterfall.

Elevated Acre33
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Elevated Acre

A hidden raised garden in the Financial District with East River views.

Brookfield Place & Winter Garden34
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Brookfield Place & Winter Garden

Waterfront shopping and dining under a glass atrium filled with palm trees.

Stone Street35
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Stone Street

A cobblestone lane of restaurants with outdoor dining in the Financial District.

Tin Building36
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Tin Building

A restored historic market at the Seaport, now a food hall by Jean-Georges.

The Morgan Library & Museum37
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The Morgan Library & Museum

A breathtaking historic library with rare manuscripts and art.

Historic buildings & architecture

Grand interiors and landmark facades.

St. Patrick’s Cathedral38
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St. Patrick’s Cathedral

A magnificent Gothic Revival cathedral with spectacular stained glass.

The Oculus39
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The Oculus

A soaring white landmark with shopping and transit connections at the World Trade Center.

Flatiron Building40
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Flatiron Building

One of Manhattan’s most distinctive landmarks, beside Madison Square Park.

Wall Street & Charging Bull41
No ticket required · optional tours

Wall Street & Charging Bull

The historic Financial District and its famous bronze bull.

Trinity Church42
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Trinity Church

A Gothic Revival church on Wall Street and the resting place of Alexander Hamilton.

Neighborhoods, shopping & markets

Where New Yorkers eat, shop and stroll.

Chelsea Market43
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Chelsea Market

A historic indoor marketplace with gourmet food, international cuisine, artisan shops and boutiques in the Meatpacking District.

📍 75 Ninth Avenue, Manhattan

Combine with: The High Line, Little Island, Hudson Yards and the Meatpacking District

Fifth Avenue44
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Fifth Avenue

World-famous shopping, landmarks and spectacular holiday windows.

South Street Seaport45
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South Street Seaport

A historic waterfront district with cobblestone streets, tall ships, shops, waterfront restaurants and spectacular Brooklyn Bridge views.

📍 Fulton Street & Water Street, Lower Manhattan

Combine with: Pier 17, the Brooklyn Bridge, Wall Street, the Oculus and the 9/11 Memorial

SoHo46
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SoHo

Cobblestone streets, cast-iron buildings, designer boutiques and galleries.

Little Italy47
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Little Italy

Italian restaurants, bakeries and lively historic streets.

Chinatown48
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Chinatown

Vibrant markets, authentic Asian cuisine and culturally rich streets.

DUMBO49
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DUMBO

Cobblestones, waterfront cafés and the famous Manhattan Bridge photo spot.

West Village50
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West Village

Brownstones, romantic streets, cafés, boutiques and famous TV locations.

Meatpacking District51
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Meatpacking District

Designer boutiques, trendy restaurants and nightlife at the foot of the High Line.

Union Square52
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Union Square

A lively square with the famous Greenmarket, shops and restaurants.

Eataly Flatiron
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Eataly Flatiron

An Italian marketplace with fresh pasta, specialty foods and restaurants.

Diamond District54
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Diamond District

West 47th Street’s famous block of diamonds, fine jewelry and watches.

Williamsburg & Domino Park55
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Williamsburg & Domino Park

Trendy boutiques, markets, restaurants and a waterfront park with Manhattan views.

Harlem & the Apollo Theater56
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Harlem & the Apollo Theater

Music, culture, architecture and soul food uptown.

Unforgettable NYC experiences

Only-in-New-York moments.

Roosevelt Island Tramway57
Subway fare

Roosevelt Island Tramway

Aerial views of Manhattan for the price of a subway ride.

Hudson Yards & Vessel58
No ticket required · optional tours

Hudson Yards & Vessel

Futuristic architecture, shopping, restaurants and the Vessel. Edge observation deck requires a ticket.

Street art & iconic filming locations

Open-air galleries and famous scenes — no admission ticket needed.

Freeman Alley – Lower East Side
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Freeman Alley – Lower East Side

A hidden alley covered in colorful graffiti, murals and ever-changing street art — one of Manhattan’s most unique photo spots.

📍 Off Rivington Street, Lower East Side

Combine with: Little Italy, Chinatown and SoHo

The Bushwick Collective – Brooklyn
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The Bushwick Collective – Brooklyn

An open-air gallery: entire streets of spectacular murals by internationally known street artists.

📍 Troutman Street & St. Nicholas Avenue, Brooklyn

Combine with: Williamsburg — about 15 minutes away on the L train

NYC with kids

Carousels and family favorites (see Museums below for the big ones).

SeaGlass Carousel61
Small ride fee

SeaGlass Carousel

A glowing, underwater-themed carousel of fish in Battery Park.

Jane’s Carousel62
Small ride fee

Jane’s Carousel

A restored 1922 carousel in a glass pavilion by the Brooklyn Bridge.

Plan your day

Quick picks for every kind of trip.

On a budget

Staten Island Ferry, the High Line, Little Island, Central Park, the 9/11 Memorial pools, Grand Central, Brooklyn Bridge walk.

After dark

Times Square’s Midnight Moment (11:57 PM), a Broadway show, sunset at an observation deck, DUMBO and Brooklyn Bridge Park at night.

With kids

American Museum of Natural History, Intrepid Museum, SeaGlass and Jane’s carousels, Central Park, Little Island.

Romantic

Bow Bridge, a sunset harbor cruise, the West Village, Top of the Rock at golden hour, dinner on Stone Street.

Rainy day

Museums, Chelsea Market, the Tin Building, Grand Central, Brookfield Place’s Winter Garden, a Broadway matinee.

NYC through the seasons

Check event dates before you go — schedules change every year.

Spring

Cherry blossoms, gardens in bloom and outdoor markets.

Summer

Outdoor movies, concerts, rooftop dining and waterfront festivals.

Fall

Central Park foliage, Halloween in the Village and the Thanksgiving Parade.

Winter

The Rockefeller Center tree, Bryant Park Winter Village, Fifth Avenue windows and holiday lights.

Museums & culture

Book ahead — timed tickets often sell out.

Suggested itineraries

Grouped by neighborhood so you spend your time exploring, not traveling.

1 day – The classics

Morning: Central Park (Bethesda Terrace, Bow Bridge) → Fifth Avenue & St. Patrick’s → Rockefeller Center. Afternoon: Grand Central & the Library → Bryant Park. Evening: Times Square and a Broadway show.

2 days – Downtown & the water

Morning: Staten Island Ferry for the Statue of Liberty view → Wall Street & the Bull → 9/11 Memorial & the Oculus. Afternoon: walk the Brooklyn Bridge to DUMBO and Brooklyn Bridge Park for sunset.

3 days – West side & villages

Morning: Hudson Yards & Vessel → the High Line → Chelsea Market for lunch → Little Island. Afternoon: Washington Square Park → SoHo → Little Italy & Chinatown for dinner.

4 days – Brooklyn

Morning: DUMBO and Jane’s Carousel → Brooklyn Bridge Park. Afternoon: Williamsburg and Domino Park for sunset views.

5 days – Uptown & islands

Morning: Governors Island (seasonal ferry) or the Met Cloisters. Afternoon: Harlem and the Apollo, with soul food for dinner.

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