Central Park, New York City

Condé Nast TravelerJul 16

7 Best Hotels on the Upper East Side for Museum Visits, Central Park Walks, and Glimpses of Old New York

The most iconic spots to bed down uptown.

Proximity to the park.

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Central ParkParkProximity to the park.
Metropolitan Museum of ArtMuseumProximity to the museum.
The LowellHotelQuietly holding court on a leafy block.
The Fifth Avenue HotelHotelLocated at the heart of Manhattan, The Fifth Avenue Hotel offers luxury accommodations, world class dining & more,…
Frick CollectionMuseumUndergone a fresh makeover.
Bemelmans BarBarMartinis at the bar.
MajorelleRestaurantAdjacent to the hotel's Club Room.
CarlyleCaféA living legend embodying NYC's sparkling, elegant self.
Le Veau D’OrRestaurantLegendary prix-fixe French restaurant.
The SurreyHotelCompleted a top-to-bottom renovation in 2024.
Madison AvenueNeighborhoodShops lining the avenue.
The Mark HotelHotelSits on a quiet block of East 77th.
The Mark BarRestaurantIntimate space with retro-futuristic decor.
Caviar KaspiaRestaurantDelectable for a medley of show-stopping plates.
The Mark Restaurant by Jean-GeorgesRestaurantOne of celebrity chef Jean-Georges Vongerichten's establishments.
Loews RegencyHotelKiller location on the corner of Park and 61st Street.
Sant Ambroeus Coffee BarRestaurantServes Milanese-style coffee, pastries, and sandwiches.
Julien Farel Restore Salon & SpaPlaceA two-story urban spa oasis.
The BeekmanHotelGorgeous design, two excellent restaurants, and a location in a newly revitalized downtown NYC neighborhood.
Sherry NetherlandHotelAcross from Central Park, earns nearly perfect scores.
Harry CiprianiRestaurantServing classic Venetian food and a signature Bellini.
Emile SalonPlaceOld-school shave for men.
The PierreHotelBuilt on the site of a former Gilded Age mansion.
Dorothy Draper lobbySightAstounding lobby.

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Smithsonian MagazineJul 10

Verdant Beauty, Wide-Open Spaces, Elegant Architecture: Have a Look at 15 Photos That Show Why Central Park Is the Lifeblood of Manhattan

At the center of the concrete jungle, the green expanse provides New York with a real retreat to nature

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Central ParkParkIt is the sixth-largest park in the city, containing 843 acres (341 ha), and the most visited urban park in the United…
Bethesda TerraceSightThe fountain, with its Angel of the Waters statue, is located in the center of the terrace.
Belvedere CastleSightIt contains exhibit rooms, an observation deck, and since 1919 has housed Central Park’s official weather station.
Times SquareSightIt is formed by the junction of Broadway, Seventh Avenue, and 42nd Street in Midtown Manhattan, New York City.
Empire State BuildingSightThe building was designed in the Art Deco style by Shreve, Lamb & Harmon and constructed between 1930 and 1931.
Statue of LibertyAttractionThe copper-clad statue, a gift to the United States from the people of France, was designed by French sculptor Frédéric…
Bow BridgeSight

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Lonely PlanetJul 10

Top things to know when you're in New York City

New York City, a crown jewel on any travel wish list, is always best enjoyed with insider tips in hand.

Beautiful green space in Manhattan.

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Queens Night MarketMarketOffers a huge concentration of globe-trotting vendors.
Central ParkParkBeautiful green space in Manhattan.
Statue of LibertyAttractionThe copper-clad statue, a gift to the United States from the people of France, was designed by French sculptor Frédéric…
Metropolitan Museum of ArtMuseumMust-see stop in NYC.
Brooklyn MuseumMuseumWorld-class exhibits.
Staten Island ferryPlaceFree ferry from Lower Manhattan to Staten Island.
ChinatownNeighborhoodHas affordable massage parlors.
New York Botanical GardenGardenEstablished in 1891, it is located on a 250-acre (100 ha) site that contains a landscape with over one million living…
Arthur AveNeighborhoodThe Bronx's real Little Italy.
Snug Harbor Cultural CenterSightA tranquil sweep of gardens, heritage buildings and gallery spaces provide a tour through Staten Island…
Hudson River GreenwayTrailPopular place to ride bikes along Manhattan's west coast.
Brooklyn waterfrontNeighborhoodOffers great views of Manhattan.
Citi BikePlaceCity's bike share scheme.
MTAPlaceProvides subway and bus network.
Chinese Scholar's GardenMuseum
Sri Lankan foodRestaurant
Colombian foodRestaurant
Bhutanese foodRestaurant
Jamaican foodRestaurant
Dominican foodRestaurant
Trinidadian foodRestaurant
Palestinian foodRestaurant
Haitian foodRestaurant
Burmese stewsRestaurant
Persian kebabsRestaurant

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Condé Nast TravelerJun 17

The Best Kid-Friendly, Parent-Approved Hotels in New York City

Whether you are wrangling a toddler in Midtown or ambling around Williamsburg with a teenager, these hotels make the whole trip better.

Hotel lends custom strollers for park runs.

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Central ParkParkHotel lends custom strollers for park runs.
The Langham, New York, Fifth AvenueHotelGenerous rooms, apartment-style amenities and understated—but always on-point—service make this such a comfortable…
The MarkHotelPampering extends fully to the younger set with toys.
The Whitby HotelHotelTwo blocks from Central Park you'll find Kit Kemp at her playful best.
Freehand New YorkHotelSet the scene for us.
The Ritz-Carlton New York, NoMadHotelExperience the gold standard of luxury at The Ritz-Carlton New York, NoMad.
The LanghamHotelSelect rooms have kitchenettes; Club Access includes snacks.
Ai FioriRestaurantOn-site restaurant worth it for a grown-up dinner.
Dylan’s Candy BarMarketCart in the lobby will become child’s favorite thing.
Le ShopMarketHotel's own shop provides toys and goodies for kids.
Met museumMuseumCan arrange private tours for kids aged 10-13.
The Whitby BarRestaurantKids enjoy afternoon tea and finger sandwiches here.
FreehandHotelAffordable hotel with chic interior design.
CarlyleCaféDiscreet hospitality extends to the littlest travelers.
Madison Square ParkParkConvenient location, two blocks away.
Broken ShakerBarRooftop bar for mocktails and cocktails.
The Ritz-CarltonHotelKnown for thoughtful Ritz Kids program.
ZaytinyaRestaurantRobust kids’ menu at the on-site restaurant.
The PlazaHotelHome of the beloved character Eloise.
Nanny SuiteHotelCheekily named suite next door for more space.
The Palm CourtRestaurantFamous spot for afternoon tea, including Eloise offering.
PendryHotelIdeal for very young tots with quiet rooms.
High LineTrailThe High Line's design is a collaboration between James Corner Field Operations, Diller Scofidio + Renfro,…
The VesselPublic artworkCreated by Thomas Heatherwick and Heatherwick Studio, Vessel is an iconic New York City experience designed to be…
The Greenwich HotelHotelHotel will request details about smallest guests.
Locanda VerdeRestaurantOn-site restaurant provides customized baked goods.
Park HyattHotelOffers family suites with in-room tents.
Eloise One Bedroom KingPlace

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Condé Nast TravelerJan 2

Chasing 'Marty Supreme' From the Lower East Side to Tokyo and Back Again

Timothée Chalamet plays a young, hustling table tennis player on the loose in 1950s Manhattan.

Location of a filmed kiss between Timothée Chalamet and Gwyneth Paltrow.

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Central ParkParkLocation of a filmed kiss between Timothée Chalamet and Gwyneth Paltrow.
Lower East SideNeighborhoodNeighborhood where Marty Supreme opens at Norkin's Shoe Shop.
Norkin’s Shoe ShopPlaceWhere Marty Supreme opens, on Orchard Street.
Katz’s DeliRestaurantRemains in the Lower East Side area.
Wembley StadiumSightLocation of table tennis championships in London.
Metropolitan Museum of ArtMuseumLocated around the corner from the Rockwell apartment.
Tenement MuseumMuseumArt department visited to inspect a preserved tenement.
The RitzHotelMarty argues his way into a hotel room here.
Plaza HotelHotelLocation of a pivotal scene with Kay Stone.
Columbus Citizens FoundationSightLocation for a scene with Kay Stone dining.
Lawrence’s Table Tennis ClubSightReal club where Marty Reisman used to play.
The Rockwell apartmentSightPalatial uptown apartment where a party is hosted.
The Morosco TheaterSightKay Stone rehearses a play here.

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Condé Nast TravelerDec 15, 2025

20 Great Ways to Spend Christmas in New York City

Our editors' favorite holiday activities in the city they call home.

Stroll through park, see ice skating at Wollman.

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Central ParkParkStroll through park, see ice skating at Wollman.
Rockefeller CenterAttractionSee the massive Christmas tree.
Fifth AvenueNeighborhoodWalk to see Christmas tree and sparkly window displays.
Caputo’s Fine FoodsDeliPlace for boccacini, cold cuts, and treats.
Radio City Music HallTheatreWalk past giant Christmas ornaments display.
Gramercy ParkParkQuiet, residential area with brownstones and upscale buildings.
Loeb BoathouseRestaurantGood stop for a pristine view of The Lake.
Breads BakeryBakeryMakes incredible baked goods, especially holiday offerings.
Bank of America Winter Village at Bryant ParkMarketIce skate in the shadow of the New York Public Library.
Café SabarskyRestaurantViennese cafe with schnitzel and sachertorte.
Neue GalerieMuseumDisplays German and Austrian art, including Klimt.
Little ItalyNeighborhoodChristmas in New York shop becomes more magical.
PastisRestaurantParisian fare with convivial, celeb-scented chic vibe.
Ferrara’sRestaurantCannoli from Tony Soprano’s favorite bakery.
Lincoln CenterSightSee The Nutcracker.
Dyker HeightsNeighborhoodHouses go all out with holiday cheer and lights.
Panino RusticoRestaurantGrab hot chocolate and a pastry.
Russian & Turkish BathsSightAscend staircase to saunas and steam rooms.
Bronx ZooZooAnnual Holiday Lights celebration with lantern sculptures.
Union SquareNeighborhoodHoliday market with over a hundred vendors and food stalls.
Church of SwedenPlace of worshipGothic-style building with cafe and Christmas shop.
Bergdorf GoodmanMarket
Mazzola’sRestaurant
Wollman Ice RinkSight
Louis VuittonPlace
Saks Fifth AvenuePlace
Miracle on Ninth StreetRestaurant
Pete's TavernRestaurant

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Condé Nast TravelerOct 18, 2025

How to Spend a Perfect Day on the Upper East Side

A few Condé Nast Traveler staffers call this classic neighborhood home—here are their recommendations.

843 acres for walking, biking, picnicking, with skyline views.

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Central ParkPark843 acres for walking, biking, picnicking, with skyline views.
Metropolitan Museum of ArtMuseumMammoth museum with famous permanent works.
Breads BakeryBakeryFamous for babka.
Lenox HillNeighborhoodIt forms the lower (southern) section of the Upper East Side, east of Park Avenue in the 60s and 70s.
Carnegie HillNeighborhoodIts boundaries are 86th Street on the south, Fifth Avenue on the west, with a northern boundary at 98th Street that…
OrwashersBakeryKnown for pastries.
Butterfield MarketDeliOffers take-out coffee, smoothies, and wraps.
Sable’sRestaurantKnown for fresh bagels and lox.
Kerbs BoathouseSightModel sailboat races for young children.
Central Park BoathouseSightOffers rowboat rentals.
Bethesda FountainSightAt the center of Bethesda Terrace is Bethesda Fountain, one of Central Park’s most beloved works of art.
Sheep MeadowSightOffers skyline views and people watching.
Reservoir running trackTrail1.5-mile loop with panoramic city and water views.
Conservatory GardenGardenSix acres of manicured lawns and floral displays.
Frick CollectionMuseumLocated in a mansion, recently reopened.
Museum MileNeighborhoodStretch of Fifth Avenue with art and cultural institutions.
Guggenheim MuseumMuseumVisit the Frank Lloyd Wright–designed Guggenheim New York, part of a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
El Museo del BarrioMuseumIt is located near the northern end of Fifth Avenue's Museum Mile, immediately north of the Museum of the City of New…
The Africa CenterMuseumFounded in 1984, the museum is…
KaiaRestaurantSpecializes in South African wines and street food.
Bar FlorineRestaurantIntimate wine bar option in Carnegie Hill.
YorkvilleNeighborhood
The Jewish MuseumMuseum

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7 Best Hotels on the Upper East Side for Museum Visits, Central Park Walks, and Glimpses of Old New York

Verdant Beauty, Wide-Open Spaces, Elegant Architecture: Have a Look at 15 Photos That Show Why Central Park Is the Lifeblood of Manhattan

Top things to know when you're in New York City

The Best Kid-Friendly, Parent-Approved Hotels in New York City

Chasing 'Marty Supreme' From the Lower East Side to Tokyo and Back Again

20 Great Ways to Spend Christmas in New York City

How to Spend a Perfect Day on the Upper East Side