Central Park South, NY

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Aerial view of Columbus Circle and Central Park in New York CIty at sunset
Aerial view of Columbus Circle and Central Park in New York CIty at sunset
30 Rockefeller Plaza is an Art Deco skyscraper in the middle of Rockefeller Plaza in Manhattan. At 850 feet (260 m) high, the 70-story building is the 14th tallest in New York City and is a great place for capturing views at sunset (especially because it offers views of the Empire State Building).

To get this shot, head to the top of Rockefeller Center, known as "Top of the Rock." The entrance is on W 50th St between 5th and 6th Avenues. Tickets can be purchased on the basement level of building. Be sure to purchase your tickets in advance in order to make your way to the top by sunset (the entry system is timed). Also allot time for a security screening and wait times at the elevator.

Once you arrive at the observation deck take the escalator to the upper levels where your views won't be impeded by the glass windscreens. Tripods are not allowed (although monopods are allowed), but you can rest your camera on the stone barriers of the upper observation deck. Additionally you can use a table-top tripod for stability.

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Sheraton New York Times Square Hotel

Sheraton New York Times Square Hotel

4 out of 5
811 7th Ave New York NY
The price is ¥19,984 per night from Feb 1 to Feb 2
¥19,984
¥29,729 total
Feb 1 - Feb 2
includes taxes & fees
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7.2/10 Good! (6,569 reviews)
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Hyatt Grand Central New York

Hyatt Grand Central New York

4 out of 5
109 East 42nd Street New York NY
The price is ¥22,070 per night from Jan 29 to Jan 30
¥22,070
¥33,015 total
Jan 29 - Jan 30
includes taxes & fees
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Everything was great, looking forward to stay again.

Reviewed on Jan 19, 2026

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Millennium Hotel Broadway Times Square

Millennium Hotel Broadway Times Square

4 out of 5
145 W 44th St New York NY
The price is ¥18,396 per night from Feb 22 to Feb 23
¥18,396
¥27,015 total
Feb 22 - Feb 23
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7.6/10 Good! (6,503 reviews)
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Reviewed on Jan 20, 2026

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Hotel Edison Times Square

Hotel Edison Times Square

4 out of 5
228 W 47th St New York NY
The price is ¥15,749 per night from Jan 26 to Jan 27
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¥25,764 total
Jan 26 - Jan 27
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Everything was wonderful, clean, staff was friendly and everything was generally great! Will definitely return

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Hyatt Regency Times Square

Hyatt Regency Times Square

3.5 out of 5
1605 Broadway New York NY
The price is ¥23,666 per night from Feb 22 to Feb 23
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¥34,848 total
Feb 22 - Feb 23
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Excellent rooms, location was great. Check in was not very pleasant. Waited in line 3 times before I was able to receive my room, which was after 4:00 that evening. All other amenities were very nice and pleasant.

Reviewed on Jan 24, 2026

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Park Central Hotel New York

Park Central Hotel New York

4 out of 5
870 7th Ave New York NY
The price is ¥16,675 per night from Feb 24 to Feb 25
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¥26,828 total
Feb 24 - Feb 25
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The staff was extremely pleasant and The hotel receptionist gave us excellent choices to eat at.

Reviewed on Jan 23, 2026

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Known for its soaring skyscrapers and eye-catching views, there's plenty to explore in Central New York City. Check out top attractions like Broadway and Times Square, and jump on the metro at 49th St. Station or 50 St. Station (Broadway) to see more of the city.

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