About Midtown West
The neighbourhood boasts a whole host of
attractions and sights that attract thousands of visitors every day. Check out the
neon signs, the glittering lights and the TV studios, the giant screens on Times
Square and the towering office buildings. For New York City gifts, stop by Hershey’s
store on Times Square which has the full selection of Hershey’s chocolate products.
Walk along Broadway to see the theatres and buy tickets for an evening play or musical
– there is a wide variety of entertainment on offer featuring some world famous
names. The Midtown West area also features numerous restaurants and cafes to enjoy
an evening meal or a snack during the day. The big US names such as Planet Hollywood
are here, as are smaller restaurants and many cafes. The range of cuisines on offer
varies from high-class French food to Scandinavian cuisine, Mexican dishes and Chinese
food. Also in Midtown West is the New York Public Library, set in an historic building.
Visit Radio City Music Hall, the home of the famous dancing troupe The Rockettes,
and skate on an outdoor rink in wintertime. You can also visit the Museum of Television
and Radio, which houses an extensive collection of vintage TV and Radio artefacts,
and the Museum of Modern Art, as well as Carnegie Hall and the Museum of Arts &
Design.
There are many options for accommodation in this part of New York City.
A range of hotels caters for every budget, from the upscale hotels to budget chain
motels. When you are in Midtown West you are in easy reach of a number of other
New York City tourist attractions, many of which are just a subway ride away.
New York Travel Information
Local airport
New York JFK
Transfer time
35 to 90 minutes