Lower Manhattan, NY
Travel Guide
Visit Lower Manhattan
Where to stay in Lower Manhattan
SoHo
Discover cast-iron architecture in the SoHo-Cast Iron Historic District, and shop at trendy boutiques and chain outlets along Broadway, Prince, and Spring Streets. Easily accessible via multiple subway lines and bus routes.
Financial District
Enjoy the important monuments in Financial District. Brooklyn Bridge is a worthwhile stop, and you can jump on the metro at Wall St. Station (William St.) or Broad St. Station to see more of New York.
Lower East Side
Lower East Side is highly notable for its fantastic nightlife, and you might want to visit top sights like Orchard Street Shopping District and Essex Street Market. See more of New York by jumping on the metro at Essex St. Station or Delancey St. Station.
West Village
Consider a visit to Bleecker Street and take some time to enjoy the abundant dining options during your time in West Village. If you want to see more of the city, jump on the metro at Christopher St. - Sheridan Sq. Station or 14 St. Station (7th Ave.).
East Village
Visitors often come to East Village for its abundant dining options, but many stay to explore sights like Tompkins Square Park and St. Marks Place. Getting around the area on the metro is easy if you catch a ride at 1 Av. Station.
Tribeca
Consider a visit to Hudson River Park and take some time to enjoy the lively bars during your time in Tribeca. If you want to see more of the city, jump on the metro at Chambers St. Station (Hudson St.) or Chambers St. Station (Church St.).
DoubleTree by Hilton New York Downtown
Good hotel and very convenient everything
Reviewed on Dec 1, 2025
PUBLIC, an Ian Schrager hotel
I always stay here for Thanksgiving break because I’m so picky about hotels, particularly with hygiene. PUBLIC does it for me every time. It is beyond beautiful and is everything I need in a hotel and more.
Reviewed on Nov 30, 2025
Arlo SoHo
Very easy communication. Would stay here again
Reviewed on Nov 28, 2025
Placemakr Wall Street
Every thing was great
Reviewed on Nov 25, 2025
East Village Hotel
The room was small, but clean. The TV worked amenities were adequate. The bed was comfortable. Pills were a little big but overall everything was fine.
Reviewed on Nov 28, 2025
Sonder by Marriott Bonvoy One Platt Apartments Financial District
For a Manhattan hotel size and price was amazing ! Full Kitchen ! Close to many things we enjoy!
Reviewed on Nov 8, 2025
Popular places to visit
One World Trade Center
Enjoy breathtaking views of the city from the observation platform of the tallest building in the Western Hemisphere, near to where the Twin Towers once stood.
New York University
Enjoy the collegiate vibe with a visit to New York University, a well-known college in New York. Experience the acclaimed theater scene and entertainment choices in this vibrant area.
Battery Park
This stylish park at the southernmost tip of Manhattan is a destination for one of the best sunsets in the city.
National September 11 Memorial & Museum
Paying tribute to the thousands who lost their lives on September 11, 2001, this is a poignant and somber landmark for locals and tourists alike.
Washington Square Park
In a city with many pretty parks, this is one of the most beautiful. You may recognize its iconic arch and fountain from a movie or postcard.
Things to do
One World Observatory Tickets
American Museum of Natural History Tickets
Top of the Rock Observation Deck
Statue of Liberty & Manhattan Skyline Sightseeing Cruise
Statue of Liberty & Ellis Island Sunset Cruise
45 Minute Statue of Liberty Express Sightseeing Cruise
- One World Trade Center
- Wall Street
- Brooklyn Bridge
- Battery Park
- National September 11 Memorial & Museum
- Washington Square Park
- The Oculus
- Whitney Museum of American Art
- Hudson River Park
- Staten Island Ferry Whitehall Terminal
- Lower East Side Tenement Museum
- Manhattan Bridge
- Bleecker Street
- Pace University
- Bowery Ballroom
- City Winery
- Blue Note Jazz Club
- Federal Reserve Bank of New York
- Brookfield Place
- New York City Hall
- Friends Apartment Building
- Williamsburg Bridge
