Midtown Manhattan is the most obvious area to stay in New York. It's where most of the city's accommodation is located, nearly all within walking distance of key attractions such as Times Square, MoMA and Central Park.
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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.
One of the most dangerous areas in Manhattan is East Harlem. This neighborhood is a melting pot of diversity and a place where many people flourish and thrive. However, it also has one of the highest crime rates in New York City.
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.
New York City is one of the ultimate walkable cities. It has plentiful public transportation, but many visitors prefer to explore the city on foot. In fact, several of the city's landmarks are within easy walking distance from the others, and all five boroughs of the city are walkable.
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.
The neighborhoods topping the list as the most dangerous include Hunts Point, Brownsville, Mott Haven, Bedford-Stuyvesant, Midtown, East Harlem, Fordham, Highbridge, Bushwick, and Tremont. It is essential to exercise caution and take safety measures when visiting or residing in these areas of NYC.
Stretching in an L-shape from Bryant Park to Central Park, from Fifth Avenue to Columbus Circle is Midtown Manhattan. One of the highest concentrations of skyscrapers in the world.