What area is best to stay in New York?

The 10 Best Neighborhoods in NYC for Tourists
  • Midtown. Saint Patrick's Cathedral. ...
  • Upper West Side & Central Park. ...
  • Upper East Side. ...
  • Tribeca and SoHo. ...
  • East Village. ...
  • Greenwich Village (aka West Village) ...
  • Meatpacking District and Chelsea. ...
  • Lower Manhattan and the Financial District.




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Midtown/Mid Manhattan Midtown Manhattan is easily the best place to stay if you want to be in the thick of things and easily get to all the major attractions. It starts north of 14th Street and ends south of Central Park at 59th Street (though some say it starts at 34th).

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It's no wonder Manhattan* is one of the most visited boroughs of NYC. This island of concrete and steel is home to some of the city's most recognizable landmarks.

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You need at least three days to really see the main highlights (though a “quick hits” tour could be done in a two-day NYC itinerary). However, I suggest 4-5 days to see the main sights without rushing too much.

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Most Beautiful Neighborhoods to Live in New York
  • West Village, Manhattan.
  • Fieldston, Bronx.
  • Park Slope, Brooklyn.
  • Brooklyn Heights, Brooklyn.
  • SoHo, Manhattan.
  • Forest Hill, Queens.
  • Mott Haven, Bronx.
  • Silver Lake, Staten Island.


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Most visitors to New York (whether first-time or return) will want to stay in Manhattan, and the best area to stay in Manhattan for most tourists is in Midtown's Theater District.

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Tips for Planning Your First Visit to NYC
  1. Plan ahead.
  2. Think about the best time to visit New York City.
  3. Be careful about booking Airbnbs as many are illegal.
  4. Choose a hotel in a convenient location.
  5. Take photos!
  6. Take advantage of the amazing museums.
  7. You must visit Central Park.
  8. See NYC from above.


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With 3 days in NYC, you can see most of the major sights and landmarks. But to make the most of your time and money, remember your New York Pass. A lot of the activities and attractions mentioned in this post are included.

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If you plan to stay at a 5-star hotel and dine at upscale restaurants in Manhattan, then a budget of $1000 is definitely not going to cut it. However, if you book a mid-tier hotel and take advantage of the many free things to do in New York, then a budget of $1000 is just fine.

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