Wall Street

New York City’s central business district is located on the southern tip of Manhattan, and is home to the state’s major government and financial institutions. Many of the world’s biggest business decisions are made in the district, and many of the most influential global companies are based in the area south of Chambers Street. Among these are the New York Stock Exchange, on the world-renowned Wall Street. There are a number of important cultural landmarks in the area, including the former site of the World Trade Center, and Lower Manhattan is a popular destination for visitors wanting to discover the history of the area, see the impressive array of architecture or pay their respects to those lost during the September 11 attacks.

Join a walking tour to get the most from your time in Lower Manhattan. See the old United States Customs House, site of George Washington’s inauguration, as you learn about the United States’ political history. Walk down Wall Street, home to Trinity Church, a Federal Reserve vault that houses billions of dollars’ worth of gold underground. Visit the New York Stock Exchange and enter the building to see the frenzy of activity that occurs as trading begins.

For a more solemn experience, pay your respects at Ground Zero, the former site of the World Trade Center. Today, there is a memorial at the site, and construction has begun on rebuilding on the site.

Wall Street and Lower Manhattan is located below Chambers Street in Manhattan. Visitors can reach the area by car; however, free parking is limited and the roads are always crowded. Arriving by public transportation is easy, and there are a number of subway stations that serve the area. Wall Street and Lower Manhattan can be visited daily; however, most of the business activity occurs during business hours. There is no fee to visit the area.

Accommodation in Wall Street

The Expedia Wall Street hotels guide shows 705 luxurious and budget accommodation options, so you should have no trouble finding a great place in this popular destination.

The St. Regis New York at Two East 55th St, and the Mandarin Oriental, New York, at 80 Columbus Circle at 60th Street are some of the more stylish hotel options in Wall Street. If you're after something a bit cheaper, the Chelsea Savoy Hotel, 204 W 23rd Street, and the Off Soho Suites Hotel, 11 Rivington St, could better serve your needs.

Wall Street is home to the world-famous Brooklyn Bridge, so you may prefer to stay within walking distrance of this star attraction. The Hampton Inn Manhattan-Seaport-Financial District is just 0.3 miles away. Another popular choice is the Seaport Inn, which is about 0.3 miles away.

Popular Activities for your Wall Street Vacation

Lounging on a beach doing not much sure is nice, but there's nothing like diving into some new and incredible experiences on your getaway!

This place has loads of activities. Here are some ideas to kick off your trip to Wall Street:

• Wall Street Insider Tour
• Wall Street Financial Crisis Walking Tour
• Food Cart Tour of the Financial District
• Lower Manhattan & Ground Zero - Private Guided Walking Tour
• NY Combo: Statue of Liberty with Pedestal & Lower Manhattan
• Downtown New York Food Truck & Cart Walking Tour

Take a look at our Wall Street things to do page for a full list of activities.