Outer Boroughs, NY
Travel Guide
Visit Outer Boroughs
Where to stay in Outer Boroughs
Queens
Largest NYC borough, Queens boasts linguistic diversity and a varied economy. Explore Flushing Meadows–Corona Park, catch a game at Citi Field, or attend the U.S. Open at the USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center.
Williamsburg
Experience contemporary art, hipster culture, and vibrant nightlife in this Brooklyn gem. Discover cutting-edge galleries, trendy bars, and eclectic eateries for a taste of modern urban living.
Downtown Brooklyn
Discover the third largest central business district, featuring attractions like Fulton Mall, Brooklyn Academy of Music, and New York Transit Museum. Enjoy local produce at Borough Hall Greenmarket and savor Junior's famous cheesecakes. Easily accessible via subway and bridges.
Greenpoint
You might take some time to check out the abundant dining options in Greenpoint. Spend some time visiting top spots like Green Point Lodge, and catch the metro at Nassau Av. Station or Greenpoint Av. Station to see more of the area.
Hunters Point
If you're spending time in Hunters Point, check out sights like MoMA PS1 or Gantry Plaza State Park and hop on the metro to see more the city at 21 St. Station or 45 Rd. - Court House Sq. Station.
Brooklyn Heights
Experience low-rise architecture and brownstone rowhouses while strolling through this residential area. Take in stunning views of the Statue of Liberty and Manhattan skyline from the Promenade, and easily access subway services for city exploration.
SpringHill Suites by Marriott New York Queens
Super clean and modern rooms , great space and nice bathrooms
Reviewed on Oct 30, 2025
Holiday Inn Express Long Island City E New York by IHG
Hotel was ok. Elevators needed maintenance. I had a child in a wheelchair and the elevator was broken on the garage level. The hill was horrible to push up!! Create a smoking area away from the front door as every time I went out the door to get to the parking garage it always smelled like weed.
Reviewed on Oct 27, 2025
Hilton Garden Inn Long Island City New York
There should be valet ot any option of parking. We had 2 big luggages and it was very inconvenient.
Reviewed on Oct 27, 2025
Starlight Hotel
This was my second stay at this property, and once again, it didn’t disappoint. The location is fantastic—just a short walk to the Mets stadium, which made getting to the game super convenient. Despite being close to the action, the area is surprisingly quiet, which made for a peaceful stay. The ...
Reviewed on Oct 21, 2025
The Dutch Hotel Long Island City, Sonder by Marriott Bonvoy
Wow. Just wow. Probably the best hotel I’ve stayed in New York City.
Reviewed on Oct 24, 2025
Global Luxury Suites at The Arches
Not the best but it gets the job done for a fair price. Easy access to subways.
Reviewed on Oct 28, 2025
Popular places to visit
Yankee Stadium
Baseball’s most famous franchise has a new, somewhat luxurious home in the central Bronx, full of homages to the team’s long history.
Barclays Center Brooklyn
Fan favorites, the Brooklyn Nets, the New York Islanders and some of music’s biggest acts, make this urban arena one of the nation’s most popular.
Bronx Zoo
Watch gorillas bathing and sea lions feeding at this extensive animal park, which brings the great wild to central New York.
Citi Field
Catch an event at Citi Field during your trip to Corona. Experience the entertainment choices or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.
Flushing Meadows-Corona Park
There’s a world to discover at this sprawling Queens park, where remnants from two world fairs share space with museums, bike paths and playing fields.
Prospect Park
With many acres of rolling hills, wooded alcoves and lush gardens, this park is a great place in Brooklyn for a lazy afternoon or an outing with the family.
- Yankee Stadium
- Barclays Center Brooklyn
- Brooklyn Cruise Terminal
- Bronx Zoo
- Citi Field
- Flushing Meadows-Corona Park
- Prospect Park
- Fordham University
- Arthur Ashe Stadium
- Sunset Park
- Brooklyn Bridge Park
- New York Botanical Gardens
- New York Harbor
- Brooklyn Museum
- Brooklyn Botanic Gardens
- Staten Island Mall
- Brooklyn Heights Promenade
- Pratt Institute
- Pelham Bay Park
- Bensonhurst Park
- Music Hall of Williamsburg
