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New York City Attractions & Sightseeing

Browse an Array of Things to Do and See in NYC

If you’ve been to NYC, you know that there is a limitless array of fun things to do and see, from Theater District shows on Broadway, to iconic attractions like Central Park, the Empire State Building, Radio City Music Hall, Rockefeller Center, Times Square and so much more. And if this is your first New York City visit, there’s no better place to experience it all than the Moderne Hotel, perfectly situationed close to all the action in Midtown Manhattan, with endless things to do just outside our hotel on West 55th Street. If you need more suggestions, just tell our friendly staff and concierge about your favorite things to do and see, and we’ll be happy to share our favorite NYC sights and attractions with you in person.

Hotels near the Museum of Modern Art MoMA New York

Museum of Modern Art

THE MUSEUM OF MODERN ART was founded in 1929 as the first museum devoted to the modern era. Today MoMA’s rich and varied collection offers a panoramic overview of modern and contemporary art.

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Central Park New York City

Central Park

Take a stroll through the legendary CENTRAL PARK and take in the local landmarks. Visit Strawberry Fields for a John Lennon tribute, wander Sheep's Meadow, skate through Wollman Rink, or take a scooter through the park for a picnic.

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Entrance to Turnstyle Underground Market in Columbus Circle NYC

Turnstyle Underground Market

Located underground and connected to the 59th St Columbus Circle station, TURNSTYLE UNDERGROUND MARKET features 39 unique eateries, shops & pop-ups selling everything from early morning coffee to late-night treats.

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SpyScape near Moderne Hotel New York City

SpyScape New York

Immerse yourself in the shady netherworld of ackers, code breakers and double agents at his interactive museum offering authentic spy challenges created by real intelligence operatives and top psychologists at SPYSCAPE

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Times Square New York City

Times Square

Times Square is an iconic cultural landmark that truly encapsulates the spirit of the city that never sleeps. Bright lights, towering billboards, and bustling crowds create a mesmerizing spectacle that is sure to leave a lasting impression.

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Hotels near Broadway Theatre District in New York City

Broadway Theatre District

BRRRROADDDWAAAAAY! The lights are bright tonight, and every night, on Broadway! Home to world famous Musical Theatre shows like Hamilton, Wicked, Moulin Rouge and so many more.

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Edge Walk in daytime overlooking NYC

The Edge New York

Located 100 floors above the streets of Manhattan, THE EDGE at Hudson Yards provides jaw-dropping views of NYC. Edge is the highest outdoor sky deck in the Western Hemisphere, with a one-of-a-kind design.

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Carnegie Hall Exterior Shot in daylight

Carnegie Hall

Experience the pinnacle of musical artistry at CARNEGIE HALL, an iconic venue with a rich legacy that spans from Jazz legends to rock royalty. 

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New York City Ballet

The NEW YORK CITY BALLET is one of the premier dance companies in the world with a roster of extraordinary dancers and an unparalleled schedule of performances.

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Hotels near the Late Show CBS Taping in NYC

Late Show With Stephen Colbert

Line up to see a taping of CBS Television's THE LATE SHOW with very funny Stephen Colbert, one block away from us at the Ed Sullivan Theatre. Catch your favorite celebrities as they enter the theatre on W 53rd St!

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Metropolitan Opera House in New York City

The Metropolitan Opera

A vibrant home for the most creative & talented artists, THE METROPOLITAN OPERA, affectionately known as "The Met," stands as a beacon of performing arts in New York City. Housed within Lincoln Center, it is revered as one of the world's premier opera stages.

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Lincoln Center at Night from the Empire Hotel

Lincoln Center

NYC's LINCOLN CENTER is the world's leading performing arts center, home of internationally renowned organizations including the New York Philharmonic, the Metropolitan Opera, the New York City Ballet, and the Juilliard School of Music.
 

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Hotels near Radio City Music Hall in New York City

Radio City Music Hall

Known as the home of the famed Rockettes dance company, RADIO CITY MUSIC HALL is a beautifully preserved 1930s theater, home to live performances, highlighted by the Radio City Music Hall Christmas Performance.

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The Vessel at Hudson Yards NYC

Vessel at Hudson Yards

Discover THE VESSEL at Hudson Yards, an architectural wonder designed to elevate your perspective of New York City. Climb its 154 flights of intertwined stairs for sweeping views of the cityscape and beyond.

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Shops at Columbus Circle Time Warner Center NYC

The Shops at Columbus Circle

A neighborhood favorite, THE SHOPS AT COLUMBUS CIRCLE features Wholefoods, Hugo Boss, J Crew, Jack Rabbit Sports, Williams-Sonoma, Amazon, Stuart Weitzman, Thomas Pink, Tourneau and more!

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American Museum of Natural History New York City

American Museum of Natural History

The AMERICAN MUSEUM OF NATURAL HISTORY is one of the world’s preeminent scientific and cultural institutions. Most famously known in recent days from the movie 'Night at the Museum' starring Ben Stiller + Owen Wilson.

Empire State Building New York City

Empire State Building

The most iconic building in the NYC skyline, EMPIRE STATE BUILDING has been here since 1931. You rarely see a shot of NYC that doesn't include her Art Deco facade.

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Nordstrom Flagship store in NYC

Nordstrom NYC Flagship

Just south of Central Park, the legendary NORDSTROM NYC FLAGSHIP store is home to seven floors of thoughtfully curated clothing, shoes and accessories, as well as beauty, home goods and new restaurants, cafés and bars.

woman admiring art inside the museum of art and design in columbus circle nyc

Museum of Arts and Design

The MUSEUM OF ARTS AND DESIGN (aka MAD) champions contemporary artists, designers, and artisans across creative fields. MAD offers a rich variety of exhibitions and public programs, presenting contemporary art and design through a craft lens.
 

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Madison Square Garden in NYC easily accessible via Subway

Madison Square Garden

Oh, MSG. MADISON SQUARE GARDEN is one of the world's most iconic sports and entertainment venues & stages for live sports, concerts and performances. Home to the New York Rangers and New York Knicks, MSG is a legendary NYC venue.

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Tourists gathered on the steps of the Metropolitan Museum in NYC

Metropolitan Museum of Art

Visit the largest art museum in the western hemisphere, THE METROPOLITAN MUSEUM OF ART. The Met permanent collection contains over two million works, divided among 17 curatorial departments.

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One World Observatory in New York City at sunset

One World Observatory

Located at the original World Trade Center location destroyed by the events of September 11th, 2001, ONE WORLD OBSERVATORY @One World Trade Center is now the Western Hemisphere’s tallest building at 1,776 feet and already an iconic New York landmark.

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Empire State Building views from Top of the Rock Observatory in NYC

Top of the Rock

Nestled at the height of 30 Rock -- 30 Rockefeller Plaza, that is, home to NBC Studios and SNL -- TOP OF THE ROCK's three levels of indoor and outdoor observation decks deliver spectacular, unobstructed views of New York City. 
 

Guggenheim Museum New York City

The Guggenheim Museum

The Frank Lloyd Wright–designed GUGGENHEIM MUSEUM houses one of the most influentual modern art collections in the world, including work by artists such as Marc Chagall, Piet Mondrian, Pablo Picasso, Edouard Manet or Vincent van Gogh. 

 

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