Harlem

New York

Apollo Theater
Apollo Theater
Harlem
Apollo Theater
Apollo Theater

Known for its African-American culture, this lively northern district has impressive architecture, fascinating museums, storied music venues and much more.

Harlem shares its name with a Dutch city, but is best known for the African-American heritage that continues in great style today. Largely farmland until the 19th century, Harlem became a fashionable residential district filled with elegant townhouses. In the interwar period, Harlem initiated the great creative movement known as the Harlem Renaissance. On a visit to Harlem, delve into its varied artistic past and present with a tour through the bustling streets and illustrious cultural institutions.

Stop at the Langston Hughes House to see the row house where Hughes, a prominent Harlem Renaissance poet, spent his last 20 years. Visit the Schomburg Centre for Research in Black Culture, named for the influential scholar and activist Arturo Alfonso Schomburg. His materials on the experiences of people of African descent worldwide has grown into a top-rate research facility holding millions of items. Check in advance for exhibit schedules or to book a guided tour.

Attend a concert at iconic Apollo Theatre, a Harlem landmark that has nurtured and celebrated American music for over a century. In the 1930s, the Apollo was one of few venues that welcomed African-American performers and guests. Watch a performance of music, theatre or dance and admire the elegant space that was graced by legends from James Brown to Aretha Franklin. The nearby National Jazz Museum in Harlem boasts a vast collection of books and records and hosts educational series such as Jazz for Curious Listeners jam sessions.

Encounter a different era of American history at the Hamilton Grange National Memorial, the country home that Alexander Hamilton had built in Upper Manhattan. Exhibits inside illuminate the fascinating life of this founding father, subject of the hit musical Hamilton.

Harlem is located in northern Manhattan, roughly between Central Park North and 155th Streets. Travel by subway to 125th Street, the heart of the area, or use an uptown bus. Navigate Central Harlem on foot or using city buses. After sightseeing, take a break and experience Harlem’s dynamic restaurant and bar scene.


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Top hotels in Harlem

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 €203 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
€203
1 Sept - 2 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in New York. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), a 24-hour fitness center, and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the ...
7.4/10 Good! (4,346 reviews)
"During the time I'm visiting, the hotel is under renovation, which is quite inconvenient. Check-in is located on the lower level, and the complimentary water is on the first floor. Why not just put it in the room? But I received $35 daily credit for food & drink, which is good."

Reviewed on 21 Aug 2025

Sheraton New York Times Square Hotel
Hotel Edison Times Square

Hotel Edison Times Square

4 out of 5
228 W 47th St, New York, NY
The price is €170 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
€170
24 Aug - 25 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in New York. Enjoy 2 restaurants, room service, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (4,635 reviews)
Beautiful, Historic, Updated Art Deco Hotel
"A perfect location to enjoy all that Broadway offers, at reasonable rates. Love the respect and embrace of it's art deco history. Remodel is nice, while preserving historic origins. We've stayed numerous times."

Reviewed on 20 Aug 2025

Hotel Edison Times Square
Hotel St. James

Hotel St. James

2.5 out of 5
109 W. 45TH ST., New York, NY
Stay at this hotel in New York. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour front desk, and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (6,247 reviews)
"Absolutely fab hotel, really friendly staff, clean rooms with a very comfortable bed. Whilst it is not a modern hotel & it has no facilities such as bar it is just a few minutes walk from Times Square & is surrounded by restaurants. I would recommend if your wanting a fab base in New York"

Reviewed on 19 Aug 2025

Hotel St. James
Arlo Midtown

Arlo Midtown

4 out of 5
351 West 38th Street, New York, NY
The price is €185 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
€185
24 Aug - 25 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in New York. Enjoy free WiFi, a rooftop terrace, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (5,746 reviews)
"Good"

Reviewed on 20 Aug 2025

Arlo Midtown
PUBLIC, an Ian Schrager hotel

PUBLIC, an Ian Schrager hotel

4 out of 5
215 Chrystie St, New York, NY
The price is €270 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
€270
24 Aug - 25 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in New York. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and 6 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (2,945 reviews)
5 star review! Love this place
"I had a fantastic experience with Public. Air Canada went on strike and only a few us arrived. We booked a suite and they accommodated us to a smaller room and refunded us for the bigger one. Unfortunately the first night, there were a couple fighting the room right next to us. And we told the hotel, ..."

Reviewed on 18 Aug 2025

PUBLIC, an Ian Schrager hotel
Hyatt Grand Central New York

Hyatt Grand Central New York

4 out of 5
109 East 42nd Street, at Grand Central Terminal, New York, NY
The price is €260 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
€260
1 Sept - 2 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in New York. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful ...
8/10 Very Good! (6,033 reviews)
"The air-conditioning unit in the rooms is very ineffective"

Reviewed on 21 Aug 2025

Hyatt Grand Central New York
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Other neighbourhoods around Harlem

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Upper West Side

4.5/5(90 area reviews)

Known for its fascinating museums and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Upper West Side. Check out top attractions like Lincoln Center and Children's Museum of Manhattan, and jump on the metro at 86 St. Station (Broadway) or 79 St. Station to see more of the city.

Upper West Side
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Manhattan

4.5/5(1,983 area reviews)

Known for its fascinating museums, important monuments and soaring skyscrapers, there's plenty to explore in Manhattan. Top attractions like Manhattan Cruise Terminal and Rockefeller Center are major draws. Catch the metro at 81 St. - Museum of Natural History Station or 86 St. Station (Central Park West) to see more of the city.

Manhattan
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Uptown

5/5(2 area reviews)

While you're in Uptown, take in top sights like Metropolitan Museum of Art or Lincoln Center, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at 81 St. - Museum of Natural History Station or 77 St. Station (Lexington Av.).

Uptown
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Upper East Side

4.5/5(16 area reviews)

Known for its interesting museums and stunning river views, there's plenty to explore in Upper East Side. Top attractions like 5th Avenue and Upper Fifth Avenue are major draws, and you can catch the metro at 77 St. Station (Lexington Av.) or 72nd Street Station to see more of the city.

Upper East Side
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Lenox Hill

If you're spending time in Lenox Hill, check out sights like 5th Avenue or Park Avenue Armory and hop on the metro to see more of the city at 72nd Street Station or 68 St. - Hunter College Station.

Lenox Hill
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Central Park South

4.5/5(3 area reviews)

If you're spending time in Central Park South, check out sights like Rockefeller Center or Broadway and hop on the metro to see more of the city at 57 St. - 7 Av Station or 57 St. Station.

Central Park South


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