Midtown East

New York

A cityscape with prominent skyscrapers, including the Chrysler Building and the Empire State Building.
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A city skyline with the Chrysler Building and MetLife building.
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The premium spot for shopping in New York City has gleaming skyscrapers, numerous museums, luxury hotels and a beautiful cathedral.

While New York residents work busily in tall buildings in Midtown East, you can shop or visit museums day after day. This part of Manhattan is designated as Midtown East or Midtown West along the north-south divide of Fifth Avenue, lined by iconic retail stores.

On the east side of 5th, shop at Salvatore Ferragamo, Rolex and Tiffany & Co. among other luxury stores and boutiques. Enter a glass box to visit the always-open Apple Fifth Avenue store.

Next to flagship Louis Vuitton and Saks 5th Avenue stores is St. Patrick’s Cathedral, built in 1878, a massive neo-gothic structure with tall twin spires. Find more shopping on Madison Avenue, famous for advertising agencies in its tall buildings.

Gaze up at the Empire State Building, which opened in 1931 and appeared as an integral part of the King Kong movie in 1933. Today it features outstanding light shows in the evening and stays open after midnight for city viewing by day or night. From observation decks on the 86th and 102nd floors, gaze north to Central Park, west to Times Square, east to the art deco Chrysler Building with its terraced spire and south to the Statue of Liberty.

Several of New York’s favourite museums are in this part of town. Visit the Museum of Modern Art (MoMA), with a collection of nearly 200,000 works from the past 150 years, as well as frequent exhibitions from around the world. Continuing north along the eastern edge of Central Park, follow “Museum Mile” to tour the Metropolitan Museum of Art, the Solomon R. Guggenheim Museum and numerous other museums and art galleries.

Stay at an old or new luxury hotel on the prestigious Park Avenue. Head toward the East River where the United Nations Headquarters is a gleaming skyscraper surrounded by colourful flags of member nations.

Arrive in Midtown East via train at the massive Grand Central Terminal. Find lots of opportunities for eating throughout the neighbourhood, extending south to Koreatown.

Stay near popular Midtown East attractions

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Grand Central Terminal

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With sweeping marble staircases, world-renowned artworks and chandeliers gracing its elegant colonnades, Grand Central Terminal is more than just a train station.
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Top hotels in Midtown East

Lotte New York Palace

Lotte New York Palace

4.5 out of 5
455 Madison Ave New York NY
The price is S$804 per night from 23 Oct to 24 Oct
S$804
23 Oct - 24 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in New York. Enjoy a full-service spa, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,283 reviews)
"Great location and super friendly staff."

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Hyatt Grand Central New York

Hyatt Grand Central New York

4 out of 5
109 East 42nd Street New York NY
The price is S$474 per night from 25 Oct to 26 Oct
S$474
25 Oct - 26 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in New York. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
8.4/10 Very good! (7,891 reviews)
"The room and the property in general was very clean and seemed to be well maintained. The staff were very apathetic and inattentive."

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Pod 51

Pod 51

3 out of 5
230 E 51st St New York NY
The price is S$239 per night from 25 Oct to 26 Oct
S$239
25 Oct - 26 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in New York. Enjoy a rooftop terrace, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.4/10 Very good! (2,305 reviews)
"Fair warning about the "Double room" that's shown as an option on Expedia with 2 double beds in the room image. I booked this for 5 nights, we arrived at 11:30 pm for check-in on a rainy night and it ended up being a room with a single double bed. The staff at Pod 51 could do absolutely nothing to ..."

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Pod 51
The Lexington Hotel, Autograph Collection

The Lexington Hotel, Autograph Collection

4 out of 5
511 Lexington Ave at 48th St. New York NY
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is S$440 per night from 11 Oct to 12 Oct
S$440
11 Oct - 12 Oct
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8.4/10 Very good! (2,525 reviews)
"We had two terrific nights at the Lexington. It is a charming and clean older hotel that has smallish rooms but up to date bathrooms and comfy beds. The lobby is charming and makes reference to the movie stars and jazz singers who stayed there in the past century. It's a great location near Grand ..."

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The Lexington Hotel, Autograph Collection
Arlo NoMad

Arlo NoMad

4 out of 5
11 East 31st Street New York NY
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is S$414 per night from 11 Oct to 12 Oct
S$414
11 Oct - 12 Oct
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Stay at this boutique hotel in New York. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, valet parking (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,299 reviews)
"Remodel bathroom floors (shower)"

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Millennium Hilton New York One UN Plaza

Millennium Hilton New York One UN Plaza

4 out of 5
1 United Nations Plaza New York NY
The price is S$405 per night from 5 Nov to 6 Nov
S$405
5 Nov - 6 Nov
includes taxes & fees
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Where to stay in Midtown East

Find the best Midtown East areas for the activities you enjoy most.
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Brooklyn

Known for its great live music and charming cafes, there's plenty to explore in Brooklyn. You can visit top attractions like Barclays Center Brooklyn and Brooklyn Bridge, and jump on the metro at Kingston - Throop Avs. Station or Nostrand Av. Station (Fulton St.) to see more of the city.

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Midtown

Times Square and Rockefeller Center are a few top attractions in Midtown. Hop around the city on the metro at 42 St. - Bryant Pk. Station or Times Sq. - 42 St. Station and check out the area's fascinating museums, soaring skyscrapers and acclaimed art galleries.

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Bronx

Consider exploring the abundant dining options in Bronx. If sightseeing is on the list, Yankee Stadium is a top attraction. Hop on the metro at Bronx Park East Station or E 180 St. Station to see more of the area.

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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.

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Chelsea

Chelsea is highly notable for its popular shops, and you might want to visit top sights like Madison Square Garden and Chelsea Hotel. See more of New York by jumping on the metro at 23 St. Station (8th Av.) or 23 St. Station (7th Av.).

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