Neighborhood guide
Where to Stay in New York
The 4 areas worth basing yourself in New York, United States — ranked by our editors, with walking distances from the center. First-timers: start with Manhattan.
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Top pick
Manhattan
Central Park, the icons, the tourists.
5.3 km from center
#2
Brooklyn
Williamsburg for food, DUMBO for the Manhattan skyline shot.
8.2 km from center
#3
West Village
Brownstones, narrow streets, Sex and the City filming locations.
32 min walk from center
#4
Queens
Most diverse food in the country — Flushing for Chinese, Astoria for Greek.
15 km from center
Getting around
Subway 24/7. Walk for short hops. Yellow taxis or Uber for late nights.
Get an OMNY contactless card (or use your phone). Avoid the Subway 7 line during a Mets game.