Midtown Manhattan is the core retail and commercial neighborhood of New York City, accommodating the towering concentration of business and money this side of, well, the universe. Don’t let the term midtown confuse you, though. Midtown Manhattan describes the whole area from 14th Street to 59th Street at Central Park and includes more than ten neighborhoods like Chelsea, Hell’s Kitchen, the Theatre District, and the Flatiron District. What’s more, you will find endless skyscrapers on the streets, packed sidewalks, bicyclists weaving in traffic, and honking. This section of New York City is home to many tourists visiting iconic landmarks, unique attractions, and historical sites.
There is absolutely no shortage of interesting things to do in Midtown that it would take many days to see all the NYC attractions, tours, sights, and other tourist attractions. While it’s okay if you don’t get to see everything, you should at least enjoy the live music at Empire State Building once in your life. I’m sure Time Square is on your top list, too! The square where night never arrives: walk through Times Square at midnight, and the entire place is still so bright that it almost still feels like daytime. Although it has a reputation for being chaotic and full of pickpockets, it’s a sight that is still worth seeing. Plus, if you’re planning on snagging tickets to a Broadway show during your trip to New York, odds are you’ll pass right by anyway! If you want more, well, you might want to see the majestic Grand Central Terminal, one of the most famous film locations in the world, with countless movies and TV shows using it as a backdrop.
Are you curious about the under-the-radar things to do in Midtown? Because I am! You’ll see a museum that’s only a short walk away from Grand Central Terminal, and in addition to its amazing library, it also regularly houses interesting exhibitions. The price to visit is a bit steep, though. However, there are some days wherein it transforms into one of the free museums in NYC, which is the best time to visit. For hardcore fans of Korean drama and music, you wouldn’t want to miss Koreatown for the world. It may be smaller than the famous Chinatown, but it is incredibly fun to visit, especially since Koreatown is packed full of delicious restaurants and entertaining karaoke bars. Interested in global politics? The UN’s headquarters are located in Midtown, and if you’d like, you can tour them during your trip to New York. Last but not least, a visit to the gigantic–and original–Macy’s on 34th Street absolutely belongs on your list of things to do in Midtown. If you’re visiting New York during the holidays, be sure not to miss the enormous Santa display on the eighth floor of the store!