Times Square New York and Theater District
...A Tourist Favorite and Home of Broadway
Times Square New York and the Theater District are home to some of New York City's most popular tourist attractions.
Of course, Broadway, also known as the Great White Way, is most definitely for locals as well. Spend a bit of time here and make sure to see the lights at night, but remember, it is only 5 blocks, a tiny part of Manhattan, and offers little NYC history or culture. See Broadway Shows for more on discount tickets.
Things to Do
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Madame Tussaud Wax Museum More on Madame Tussaud Wax Museum Dave and Busters- same building as Madame Tussaud's |
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CSI: The Experience! at Discovery Center |
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Throughout the exhibition you must examine blood types, while matching DNA to potential suspects in order to complete the investigation process and solve the crime. Complete with 3 Crime Scenes, 15 Forensic Lab Stations, and dazzling special effects, this hands-on experience is sure to plunge exhibit goers deep into the science of solving crimes. The exhibit is geared toward adults and youth age 12 and above. $25 Adults, $19.50 (4-12), Under 4 free. More on Tickets: CSI: The Experience! at Discovery Center |
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NASDAQ MarketSite |
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New York Times Building |
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New Years Eve in Times Square |
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Also see Midtown West.
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Recommended Restaurants
Restaurant Row (46th St, 8th/9th Aves) 30 restaurants on one block, most 'touristy,' all for Broadway theatre crowd, serving prix-fixe specials.
Mars 2112 (51st/Bway) - GREAT for kids! OK, so the food isn't all that great, but you can take the space ship ride to get in that kids love and the whole place is some kind of cross between Star Wars and Star Trek.
Ruby Foos (1626 Bway/49th St). Sushi, Chinese and other Asian
Becco (355 W 46th, 8th Ave) - Italian, prix-fixe menus, all you can eat Pasta
Meskerem (468 W 47th , 10th Ave) - Ethiopian. Inexpensive, interesting, and if you?ve never eaten by using spongy bread to pick up your food (no utensils), it?s fun and a must-try. Most dishes are spicy and many are vegetarian friendly.
Also check out the 2010 "Taste of Time Square" Winners:
Bourbon Street Bar and Grille
Brasserie
1605
Carmine's
Da Rosina Ristorante Italiano
Hourglass Tavern
Junior's Times Square
Meson Sevilla
Planet Hollywood
Shula's Steak House - Westin NY
Virgil's Real Barbecue
See Midtown West for additional restaurant recommendations
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Shopping
These stores run from 42nd to 48th Street, along 2 Avenues. Without stopping and shopping, the whole area would take 15 minutes to walk. See our new Times Square Photo Gallery.
7th Ave Stores and Restaurants
- M&M World (48th)
- Hersheys
- MTV (44th)
- Bubba Gump Shrimp Co
Broadway Stores and Restaurants
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MAC Cosmetics |
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Disney Store |
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Forever 21 |
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Planet Hollywood |
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Swatch |
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Toys R Us |
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NASDAQ MarketSite |
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Times Square Hotels
New York City Boutique Hotels - Times Square
Casablanca Hotel New York |
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From: $252 |
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Celebrated as one of the most popular boutique hotels in NYC, the Casablanca Hotel is a hidden gem, located just steps away from vibrant Times Square. A charming boutique, the Casablanca Hotel Times Square was inspired by the romance of the movie, "Casablanca." This hotel is an oasis of luminous Moroccan glamour and hospitality, only outshined by its talented and eager to please staff. Rates and Reviews: Casablanca Hotel |
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Belvedere Hotel New York |
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From: $134 |
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Opened in 1930, The Belvedere Hotel includes Art Deco touches in a marble lobby and on its facade. Just off the lobby, a popular, independently operated Brazilian restaurant offers rodizio-style dining (grilled meats sliced at the table) and a Brazilian band Tuesday–Saturday nights. Two blocks from the hotel, Restaurant Row on West 46th Street between Eighth and Ninth avenues features some 20 restaurants. Most offer fixed-price pre-theater menus. Rates and Reviews: Belvedere Hotel New York |
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The Muse Hotel |
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From: $188 |
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With 200 rooms, the beautifully renovated Muse Hotel New York is a serene, stylish sanctuary centered in midtown Manhattan. With top-notch service, exquisite amenities and luxurious comfort, each spacious guestroom is a sophisticated, artful inspiration. Housed in New York City’s theater district in the historic Leavitt Building, adjacent to NIOS restaurant and wine bar. Rates and Reviews: The Muse Hotel |
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Hotel Mela |
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From: $169 |
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Hotel Mela is relaxed, at home sophistication and excitement in the heart of Times Square. Guests will experience immediate warmth, awakening the five senses, as they enter an urban oasis. With their Concierges called, "Agents of Desires," trained in the art of personal service and ready to cater to your every need...what are you waiting for? Rates and Reviews: Hotel Mela |
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See Also:
- W Hotel Times Square
- Stay New York - 157 W 47 St (6th & 7th Aves), from $129/night
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Suite Hotels New York City - Times Square
Doubletree Suites Times Square |
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From: $175 |
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The Doubletree Guest Times Square Suites boasts over 450 suites with twelve conference suites and two, two-bedroom “presidential” style suites. The hotel is known for providing some of the largest rooms in NYC. All suites are intended to provide a “home” like atmosphere and include kitchenette facilities, work areas, comprehensive electronics and luxury toiletries and linens. Offering guests several dining area and lounges, facilities such as a pool and fitness center, and complete business services, the hotel appearls to both business and leisure travelers. |
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Radio City Apartments |
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From: $230 |
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The rooms of the Radio City Apartments New York City are comfortable and contemporary, and all one or two bedroom apartments. Like apartments, the rooms have en suite bathrooms and kitchens where guests can cook their own meals. The kitchens are stocked with cooking and eating utensils necessary for the comfort and convenience of guests. All of the rooms have cable televisions and telephones. |
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More Times Square Suite Hotels:
- Best Western President Hotel (below)
- Doubletree Guest Suites Times Square (7th Ave at 47th St)
- Staybridge Suites Times Square
- AKA Times Square Apartments
- Candlewood Suites New York City Times Square
339 W 39th St (8th/9th Aves)
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Cheap Budget Hotels - Times Square
Comfort Inn Times Square |
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From: $130 |
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The Comfort Inn on 46th St is not expensive by New York standards but is recommended only for those who can deal with clean but small hotel accommodations. The hotel is steps from Times Square, 2 blocks from the 49th Street Subway, features a 24-hour gym, rooms with free Wi-Fi, an iPod docking station and a flat-screen cable TV. There is another Comfort Inn close by on 39th Street. Rates and Reviews: Comfort Inn Times Square |
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Best Western President Hotel |
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From: $126 |
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With a $15 Million Dollar recent makeover, making this hotel into a modern classic, the Best Western has free wireless internet, flat screen televisions, free local phone calls, in-room coffee makers, i-home docking stations, complimentary weekday newspaper, in-room safe. On-Site Fitness Center, State-of-the-art Business Center, Conference Room- Two Restaurants, Lobby Bar, Room Service and 44 Suites with sleeper sofas. |
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More Times Square Hotels
- Marriott Hotel Marquis
- InterContinental New York Times Square - Posh and sophisticated. Towering 36 stories above the city, the hotel provides guests with front row seats to the world’s most impressive skyline in the heart of Times Square. On site, you’ll find a fully-equipped health club, bar, and restaurant in addition to business accommodations such as a boardroom and lounge. 300 W 44th St (8th/9th Aves).
- Manhattan at Times Square Hotel (7th Ave at 51st St)
- Renaissance Hotel (7th Ave at 48th St)
- Residence Inn Times Square (6th Ave at 39th St)
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Subways to Times Square
- 1, 2, 3 along Broadway and 7th Ave
- A, C, E along 8th Avenue
- N, R, Q, W
- 7 or Shuttle (S) from the east side (Grand Central)
Latest News and Events in Times Square
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Harry Potter Exhibit at Discovery Center |
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Pompeii The Exhibit at Discovery Center |
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December
New Year's Eve in Times Square
GOOD RIDDANCE DAY IN TIMES SQUARE - December 28, 2010
October
Kid's Night On Broadway - Halloween Special - kids go free with adult
Spain Art Fest´10 - On October 6 and 7 a selected group of talented New York based Spanish artists will take over Times Square Plaza, between 46 and 47 streets, featuring the newest trends on Contemporary Spanish Video Art Installations and Performance.
September
Evening at the Opera in Times Square - an annual Times Square tradition, the Opening Night of The Metropolitan Opera will be shown on seven Times Square giant video screens. Monday, September 27, 2010 Pre-show interviews begin at 6:15, hosted by Deborah Voigt Performance starts at 6:45pm.
Broadway on Broadway, part of Back to Broadway Month, is a free concert in Times Square by The Broadway League and Times Square Alliance.
August 14 - Times Square Kiss-In, hundreds of people will recreate the famous victory kiss between a U.S. sailor and nurse, captured forever on the cover of LIFE Magazine.
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