When you’ve explored Central Park and Midtown Manhattan, it’s time to tour Times Square.
This is the glowing center of the New York Theater District. When you picture New York, Times Square is probably the second thing that comes to mind (after the city’s famous skyline), with its neon signs, giant buildings, and constant stream of humanity coming and going. Times Square adopted its name in 1904, after the New York Times moved in. The newspaper has since moved on, but the moniker stuck.
Once you arrive in the Big Apple, head on down to the center of Times Square, where you’ll find a plaza for you to sit, hang out, and people-watch. Shop at the many stores lining the Square, or lean back to see the top of notable buildings belonging to businesses like Hershey and M&M. When the sun goes down, the lights shine even brighter; follow the signs and billboards to the theatres, where you’ll find the musicals, comedies, and dramatic performances you didn’t even realize you were searching for.
Your Times Square sightseeing isn’t over after you take in a play, though. Why not explore some of the various restaurants and cafes that are open late at night? After all, New York is The City That Never Sleeps—why should you?
Visit our Times Square travel guide page for more information or to plan your next vacation!
By : Expedia
The dazzlingly illuminated centrepiece of New York is a must-visit spot for all tourists.
Situated between West 42nd and West 47th Streets on Seventh Avenue, Times Square is one of the world's most popular and indeed most instantly-recognisable hotspots. With its news tickers, big screens and flashing neon advertisements, it is a glittering and garish hub which is always bustling whether you visit by day or by night. The spot was named after the New York Times newspaper, which arrived on this square back in 1904 – the paper has since moved to Eighth Avenue, but Times Square remains an extraordinary hive of activity.
As well as the flashing lights high above ground, when you visit Times Square you'll find all sorts of other colourful characters. Dancers, jugglers, even African drummers, and so many more can be found here; you might even meet Mickey Mouse. You may well also spot the notorious Naked Cowboy – a tourist attraction in his own right – a street performer known for playing the guitar dressed only in his underwear. From musical performances to public speeches, all sorts goes on here.
This is also the site of Madame Tussauds, a waxwork extravaganza where you can get impossibly close to the celebrities you love. This is ideal for show-goers who have come to Broadway's theatre district which lies just off Times Square. Indeed, you'll see many visitors queuing at the TIX outdoor booth where you can find cheap tickets to performances at one of the 40 theatres in the area.
For confectionery treats, make sure you check out the huge M&M's and Hershey's shops. If you want to settle down for a couple of hours, go and see a film at one of the multiplex cinemas you'll find in the area. Or, of course, there is nothing stopping you from taking a seat and watching the world go by in the pedestrianised centre of the square.
On Times Square, you'll also find an array of shops offering memorabilia, which is ideal if you want to find that “I Heart NY” t-shirt or a New York Yankees cap to take back home with you. If you're looking for a bite to eat, you'll find fast-food restaurants as well as delis serving delicious sandwiches and bowls of Matzo ball soup.
Situated right in the middle of New York City on the west side, Times Square is easy to reach by subway and bus. Grand Central Terminal is also close by.
By : Expedia
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