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 Lower East Side Tenement Museum. 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.).

PUBLIC, an Ian Schrager hotel
Reviewed on Aug 9, 2025

DoubleTree by Hilton New York Downtown
Reviewed on Aug 10, 2025

Soho Grand Hotel
Reviewed on Aug 8, 2025

East Village Hotel
Reviewed on Aug 5, 2025

Placemakr Wall Street
Reviewed on Aug 8, 2025

Sonder by Marriott Bonvoy One Platt Apartments Financial District
Reviewed on Aug 3, 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 fascinating museums and acclaimed theater scene 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

Top of the Rock Observation Deck

Statue of Liberty & Manhattan Skyline Sightseeing Cruise

Statue of Liberty & Ellis Island Sunset Cruise

New York's Hidden Gems: Self-Guided City Tour

The Museum of Modern Art Admission Ticket

45 Minute Statue of Liberty Express Sightseeing Cruise
- One World Trade Center
- Brooklyn Bridge
- Wall Street
- Battery Park
- National September 11 Memorial & Museum
- Washington Square Park
- Whitney Museum of American Art
- Manhattan Bridge
- Staten Island Ferry Whitehall Terminal
- Hudson River Park
- Pace University
- Lower East Side Tenement Museum
- Brookfield Place
- Federal Reserve Bank of New York
- The Oculus
- City Winery
- Bowery Ballroom
- Bleecker Street
- New York City Hall
- Blue Note Jazz Club
- Friends Apartment Building
- Trinity Church
- Williamsburg Bridge