Roosevelt Island
Popular places to visit
Times Square
Visit this iconic square with its dazzling surroundings and vibrant mix of people, and see what makes New York tick.
Central Park
Visit this green oasis in central Manhattan to chill out and escape from the stresses and strains of urban life.
Broadway
Visit the dazzling theater district of one of the world’s most exciting cities. Enjoy the shopping, dining and street entertainment as well.
Statue of Liberty
Visit New York’s colossal copper queen, a world-renowned beacon of liberty, democracy and hope.
Manhattan Cruise Terminal
Explore the waterfront in New York with a trip to Manhattan Cruise Terminal. Experience the entertainment choices and acclaimed theatre scene in this vibrant area.
Grand Central Terminal
Visit this magnificent and bustling train station and take in its stunning design and regal scale.
Things to do
Lower East Side Food & History Tour
Statue of Liberty & Ellis Island Tour: All Options
SUMMIT One Vanderbilt Experience Tickets
Empire State Building General & Skip-the-Line Ticket Options
The Lion King On Broadway
Edge Observation Deck at Hudson Yards Admission Ticket
Top hotels in Roosevelt Island
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Other neighbourhoods around Roosevelt Island
Upper East Side
Known for its interesting museums and stunning river views, there's plenty to explore in Upper East Side. Top attractions like Central Park and 5th 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.
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.
Uptown
While you're in Uptown, take in top sights like Central Park or Metropolitan Museum of Art, 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.).
Central New York City
Known for its soaring skyscrapers and eye-catching views, there's plenty to explore in Central New York City. Check out top attractions like Broadway and Times Square, and jump on the metro at 49th St. Station or 50 St. Station (Broadway) to see more of the city.
Midtown
Times Square and Broadway are a few top attractions in Midtown. Hop around the city on the metro at 42 St. - Bryant Pk. Station or Times Sq. - 42 St. Station and check out the area's fascinating museums, soaring skyscrapers and acclaimed art galleries.
Theater District
Gourmet restaurants acclaimed theatres and top sights from Times Square to Broadway – discover Theater District, a destination also famous for its shopping.
- Times Square
- Central Park
- Statue of Liberty
- Broadway
- Manhattan Cruise Terminal
- Grand Central Terminal
- Empire State Building
- Madison Square Garden
- Cape Liberty Cruise Port
- Rockefeller Center
- One World Trade Center
- New York University
- Bronx Zoo
- 5th Avenue
- Jacob K. Javits Convention Center
- Metropolitan Museum of Art
- Prudential Center
- Bryant Park
- Radio City Music Hall
- Brooklyn Bridge
- Columbus Circle
- Lincoln Center
- Battery Park