East Side Travel Guide
Visit East Side
Where to stay in East Side
Turtle Bay
While you're in Turtle Bay, take in top sights like Church of Saint Agnes and jump on the metro at Lexington Av.-53 St. Station to see more of the city.
Peter Cooper Village
If you're spending some time in Peter Cooper Village, Gramercy Park and Holographic Studios are top sights worth seeing.
Sutton Place
While visiting Sutton Place, you might make a stop by sights like Sutton Place Park and Bridgemarket.
Gramercy
Historical sites and theatres are highlights of Gramercy. Make a stop by Gramercy Park or Irving Plaza while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at 23 St. Station (Park Av.) to get around town.
Kips Bay
Kips Bay is popular for its lively bars, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Bellevue South Park or Holographic Studios.
Yorkville
If you're spending time in Yorkville, check out sights like Gracie Mansion or Carl Schurz Park and hop on the metro to see more of the city at East 86th Street Station or 96 St. Station (2nd Av.).
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Popular places to visit
Grand Central Terminal
A truly stunning transportation temple, passed through by many commuters and admired by visitors.
United Nations Headquarters
A riverfront gathering place for the world’s most powerful political leaders, this building is also home to a surprisingly diverse array of tourist attractions.
Gramercy Park
Though entrance is generally restricted, looking in on Manhattan’s last remaining private park reveals 19th-century glamour and big city neighborliness.
Chrysler Building
Venture into one of the world’s most iconic buildings, which harks back to a time of industrial growth and art deco flair.
One Vanderbilt
One Vanderbilt is just one of the places to see in New York, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Experience the acclaimed art galleries and fascinating museums in this vibrant area.
MetLife Building
You can find out about the history of New York when you stop by MetLife Building. Experience the fascinating museums and acclaimed theatre scene in this vibrant area.