Morningside Heights
New York
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Popular places to visit
Columbia University
Enjoy the student vibe around Columbia University, a top university in New York. Experience the entertainment choices and acclaimed art galleries in this vibrant area.
Cathedral of St. John the Divine
Admire the remarkable architecture, beautiful music and spiritual ambiance of this historic landmark just north of Central Park.
Morningside Park
After visiting Morningside Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in New York. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene and entertainment choices in this vibrant area.
Mount Sinai Morningside
If Mount Sinai Morningside is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of New York.
General Grant National Memorial
You can find out about the history of New York with a stop at General Grant National Memorial. Experience the entertainment choices and acclaimed art galleries in this vibrant area.
Lafayette Square
After visiting Lafayette Square, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in New York. Experience the fascinating museums and acclaimed art galleries in this vibrant area.
Things to do
Statue of Liberty & Ellis Island Tour: All Options
Intrepid Museum Admission Ticket
Private Audio Guided Walking Tour in New York
Top hotels in Morningside Heights
Sheraton New York Times Square Hotel
Great place very clean close to many locations. Loved that our room was big and came with two full body mirrors. Staff was great and so helpful when we asked for directions !! I would give it 5 stars however check-in was 2 and a half hours long I have never waited that long to check into a hotel ...
Reviewed on 11 Jan 2026
Hyatt Grand Central New York
Shower water pressure was lower than one would wish for. Otherwise excellent stay
Reviewed on 12 Jan 2026
Hyatt Regency Times Square
Location and views. There was water coming from the sink due to poor construction other than that good overall.
Reviewed on 7 Jan 2026
Millennium Hotel Broadway Times Square
Beautiful room with a view of the Empire State Building
Reviewed on 11 Jan 2026
Lotte New York Palace
Great staff all around! Beautifully decorated for the holidays. Nice, long and spacious room directly overlooking St Patrick’s Cathedral. Very centrally located!
Reviewed on 9 Jan 2026
NEW YORKER BY LOTTE HOTELS
Everything was great beautiful lobby, cool staff just the bathroom was a bit outdated otherwise would book again!
Reviewed on 10 Jan 2026
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Other neighbourhoods around Morningside Heights
Upper West Side
Known for its fascinating museums and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Upper West Side. Check out top attractions like Children's Museum of Manhattan and New York Historical Society, and jump on the metro at 86 St. Station (Broadway) or 79 St. Station to see more of the city.
Manhattan
Known for its fascinating museums, important monuments and soaring skyscrapers, there's plenty to explore in Manhattan. Top attractions like Rockefeller Center and Broadway 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.
Uptown
While you're in Uptown, take in top sights like Cleopatra's Needle or Ukrainian Institute of America, 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.).
Upper East Side
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.
Central Park South
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.
Midtown East
Gourmet restaurants great entertainment and top sights from Grand Central Terminal to 5th Avenue – discover Midtown East, a destination also famous for its shopping.
