Times Square

Broadway!

Best known for Broadway Shows.  There is nowhere in the world like Manhattan when it comes to theatres.  The best places to buy discounted tickets are:

Broadway Direct

Museums

• Museum Of Broadway – An Interactive look at Broadway’s history and productions.
• RiseNY – Immersive flying theater ride with cinematic and interactive exhibits.
• Madame Tussauds New York – Wax figures + interactive displays (including Marvel 4D).

Bars with Best Night Time Views

• Bar 54: One of the highest rooftop bars in NYC on the 54th floor of the Hyatt Centric Times Square. Sleek cocktails and panoramic skyline views, including Midtown skyscrapers and city lights at night.
• Magic Hour Rooftop Bar & Lounge: Iconic rooftop bar atop Moxy Times Square with both indoor and outdoor spaces.
  Known for great Empire State Building views and vibrant nighttime energy — plus fun touches like themed décor and DJs later in the night.
• St. Cloud Rooftop: Stylish rooftop bar at The Knickerbocker Hotel right by Times Square. Offers comfortable outdoor seating and beautiful city views — ideal for sunset drinks or a relaxed evening under the lights.
• The Skylark: Sleek high-rise cocktail bar with floor-to-ceiling windows and a spacious outdoor terrace. Great for panoramic night views of Midtown, including the Empire State Building and near-Times Square skyline.
  Corners of New York
• Haven Rooftop: Rooftop lounge with Midtown skyline views and an open, airy vibe. A bit more casual but beautiful for evening drinks and pictures with city lights.
• Starchild Rooftop Bar & Lounge: A rooftop bar with good views near Times Square and casual vibes.
• RT60 Rooftop Bar & Lounge – Rooftop at the Hard Rock Hotel with great skyline ambiance.
• Dear Irving on Hudson Rooftop Bar – Classic rooftop cocktail bar with sweeping views of Midtown & Empire State Building.
• The View – Revolving lounge atop the Marriott Marquis with panoramic Times Square lights — great for night views while sipping a drink.

Stores and Shops

• Hershey’s Chocolate World – Sweet treats and themed merchandise.
  20 Times Square, 701 7th Avenue, New York, NY 10036
• M&M’s World – Three floors of candy, apparel, and collectibles.
  1600 Broadway, New York, NY 10019 (at West 48th Street)
• Disney Store (Times Square) – Characters, toys, and immersive Disney experiences.
  1540 Broadway, New York, NY 10036 (between West 45th and West 46th Streets)
• American Eagle – Large flagship store with casual apparel and accessories.
  1551–1555 Broadway, New York, NY 10036 (at West 46th Street)
• H&M – Multi-level fashion store popular with visitors.
  1472 Broadway, New York, NY 10036
• Gap – Classic clothing retailer with a Times Square location nearby.
  1472 Broadway / surrounding Times Square area, New York, NY 10036
• Friends “Central Perk” Pop-Up (seasonal/temporary) – Café and retail experience inspired by the TV show.
  Typically located near 701 7th Avenue, Times Square (location and dates vary)

Hotels that We Like

• Aura Hotel Times Square
• Hard Rock Hotel New York
• Hampton Inn by Hilton New York Times Square
• Hampton Inn Manhattan Times Square Central
• Hilton New York Times Square
• Home2 Suites Times Square
• Hotel Edison
• Hyatt Centric Times Square New York
• Hyatt Regency Times Square
• InterContinental New York Times Square
• Kimpton Theta New York – Times Square
• Margaritaville Times Square
• Millennium Broadway Times Square
• M Social Hotel Times Square
• New York Hilton Midtown
• New York Marriott Marquis
• Renaissance New York Times Square Hotel
• Sanctuary Hotel New York
• Tempo by Hilton New York Times Square
• The Knickerbocker
• The Muse New York
• The Times Square Edition
• W New York — Times Square

Gaming and Digital Experiences

• The Escape Game NYC – Classic, highly rated escape room experience with multiple themed rooms in the Brill Building at 1619 Broadway — solve puzzles and race the clock with friends, family, or groups.
• OMEscape – High-tech escape game venue with interactive story-driven rooms in Midtown near Times Square (W 38th St).omescapeus.com
• Exit Escape Room NYC – Very popular escape room center with multiple themed experiences a short distance from Times Square on West 36th St.
• Mission Escape Games – Well-reviewed escape game location with challenging puzzles and team gameplay in Midtown Manhattan.
• Escape TSQ – Small escape game experience located right on West 42nd St near core Times Square attractions.
• EscapeGames.NYC – Augmented reality and GPS-driven outdoor puzzle games based in Times Square for a mix of real-world exploration and “escape” mechanics.