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.
Chinatown
Take time in Chinatown to visit attractions like New York City Civil Court and Orchard Street Shopping District. You might also appreciate the abundant dining options, and you can hop on the metro at Canal St. Station (Lafayette St.) to see more of the city.
PUBLIC, an Ian Schrager hotel
Great site
Reviewed on Dec 13, 2025
DoubleTree by Hilton New York Downtown
Rooms were clean, staff courteous and location close to subway
Reviewed on Dec 15, 2025
Hilton Garden Inn NYC Financial Center/Manhattan Downtown
Our stay was great. Staff was super accommodating and we were able to check in to our room before the standard check in time. Room service was great and they cleaned our room everyday. Was super close to the 1,2 ans W train. Would definitely stay here again.
Reviewed on Dec 9, 2025
Placemakr Wall Street
Very nice place, similar to the photos, only problems with the size of the beds in the room. Excellent staffs
Reviewed on Dec 14, 2025
East Village Hotel
The room was clean and the neighborhood was great. I found it really enjoyable. The bathroom wasn't anything special and the furniture was a bit run
Reviewed on Dec 11, 2025
One Dutch Hotel
We really enjoyed the stay! Rooms were spacious and comfortable. My one comment is that we were charged an additional cleaning fee and when we arrived in the room, there was an empty water bottle from a previous guest and the shower could have been cleaner. Mildew came off the shower door when water ...
Reviewed on Dec 10, 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.
Wall Street
The home of global finance also offers a fascinating historical excursion.
New York University
Enjoy the collegiate vibe with a visit to New York University, a well-known college in New York. Experience the acclaimed art 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
Top of the Rock Observation Deck
Statue of Liberty & Ellis Island Sunset Cruise
45 Minute Statue of Liberty Express Sightseeing Cruise
Statue of Liberty & Manhattan Skyline Sightseeing Cruise
Private Audio Guided Walking Tour in New York
- 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
- Staten Island Ferry Whitehall Terminal
- Hudson River Park
- Lower East Side Tenement Museum
- Manhattan Bridge
- Bleecker Street
- Pace University
- Bowery Ballroom
- Blue Note Jazz Club
- City Winery
- Brookfield Place
- Federal Reserve Bank of New York
- New York City Hall
- Friends Apartment Building
- Williamsburg Bridge
