Gowanus
New York
Popular places to visit
Times Square
Brash, bold and flashy – there is something truly captivating about the bright lights and hypnotic hubbub of Times Square.
Central Park
Escape the shadow of the crowded skyscrapers for an all-American afternoon enjoying the sights and sounds of Central Park.
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.
Grand Central Terminal
With sweeping marble staircases, world-renowned artworks and chandeliers gracing its elegant colonnades, Grand Central Terminal is more than just a train station.
Rockefeller Center
Nothing epitomises the American dream like the Rockefeller Center, a gleaming complex that effortlessly mixes business and pleasure.
Statue of Liberty
A welcome sight for generations of immigrants as they arrived in New York Harbor, Lady Liberty stands as a beacon of hope and freedom to all who lay eyes on her.
Things to do
New York Explorer Pass: Visit 2-10 Attractions and Save Up to 50 Percent
SUMMIT One Vanderbilt Experience Tickets
Empire State Building Observatory Tickets - General Admission & Express
Edge Observation Deck at Hudson Yards
Madame Tussauds New York Celebrity Wax Museum
Top of the Rock Observation Deck
Top hotels in Gowanus
Hyatt Grand Central New York
Very expensive $100 a day deposit that was not disclosed beforehand. The lady who checked us in was extremely rude. There was no fitted sheet on the bed, no bags in the trash cans and also no microwave. For the price we paid I expected better
Reviewed on 7 Apr, 2026
Sheraton New York Times Square Hotel
I had no problems here best treatment would come back here or stay with them anytime service was above normal and excellent very welcoming to all.
Reviewed on 7 Apr, 2026
Hotel Edison Times Square
Absolutely wonderful!
Reviewed on 7 Apr, 2026
Hyatt Regency Times Square
Great location, easy access to shows.
Reviewed on 7 Apr, 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton New York Downtown
Great location was why we stayed here! Not many added amenities, but price was reasonable. Will choose to stay here again simply for the location… Rob
Reviewed on 7 Apr, 2026
NEW YORKER BY LOTTE HOTELS
Clean room,
Reviewed on 7 Apr, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Gowanus
Downtown Brooklyn
Spend some time visiting places like Brooklyn Bridge while getting to know Downtown Brooklyn, and be sure to check out the abundant dining options. You can hop aboard the metro at Jay St. - Tech Station or York St. Station to see more of the area.
Financial District
Enjoy the important monuments in Financial District. Brooklyn Bridge is a worthwhile stop, and you can jump on the metro at Wall St. Station (William St.) or Broad St. Station to see more of New York.
Lower East Side
Travellers love Lower East Side for its fantastic nightlife, and you can see more of New York by jumping on the metro at Essex St. Station or Delancey St. Station. You might spend time checking out top sights like Orchard Street Shopping District and Lower East Side Tenement Museum.
Williamsburg
Noted for its cafes and live music, there's plenty to explore in Williamsburg. Top attractions like McCarren Park Pool and Brooklyn Brewery are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Metropolitan Av. Station or Lorimer St. Station (Metropolitan St.) to see more of the city.
SoHo
You might take some time to check out the abundant dining options in SoHo. Spend some time visiting top spots like Drawing Center, and catch the metro at Prince St. Station or Spring St. Station to see more of the area.
Greenwich Village
Spend some time visiting places like 5th Avenue while getting to know Greenwich Village, and be sure to check out the abundant dining options. You can hop aboard the metro at Christopher St. - Sheridan Sq. Station or W 4 St. Station to see more of the area.
