Morningside Heights
New York
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Popular places to visit
Columbia University
Enjoy the student vibe around Columbia University, a top university in New York. Experience the fascinating museums and entertainment choices in this vibrant area.
Cathedral of St. John the Divine
Admire the remarkable architecture, beautiful music and spiritual ambiance of this historic landmark just north of Central Park.
Morningside Park
After visiting Morningside Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in New York. Experience the acclaimed art galleries and fascinating museums in this vibrant area.
Mount Sinai Morningside
If Mount Sinai Morningside is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of New York.
General Grant National Memorial
You can find out about the history of New York with a stop at General Grant National Memorial. Experience the fascinating museums and acclaimed art galleries in this vibrant area.
Lafayette Square
After visiting Lafayette Square, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in New York. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene and entertainment choices in this vibrant area.
Things to do
SUMMIT One Vanderbilt Experience Tickets
Edge Observation Deck at Hudson Yards
Empire State Building Observatory Tickets - General Admission & Express
Ultimate Manhattan Highlights Helicopter Tours
Statue of Liberty & Ellis Island Tour: All Options
Deluxe Manhattan Helicopter Tour
Top hotels in Morningside Heights
Hyatt Grand Central New York
Great location, just besides grand central , give you access to the whole city
Reviewed on 10 Mar 2026
Sheraton New York Times Square Hotel
Close to everything and a short walk to Times Square.
Reviewed on 12 Mar 2026
Hotel Edison Times Square
We stay here every time we’re in NYC. Love it. The breakfast vouchers are helpful as well. We’re not ones to stay in the room much when we’re on vacation so we don’t require much
Reviewed on 12 Mar 2026
Paramount Times Square – A Generator Hotel
Tiny room but very clean. Staff were not attentive at all. Charged for water stand without providing coffee or cappuccino at all. Best location for NYFW Sony Hall and great live music!
Reviewed on 12 Mar 2026
Hyatt Regency Times Square
Great and safe location for me and my daughters to come for a weekend and see a broadway show, 10/10 !!
Reviewed on 12 Mar 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton New York Downtown
Great location close to trains and restaurants good prices
Reviewed on 11 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Morningside Heights
Upper West Side
Known for its fascinating museums and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Upper West Side. Check out top attractions like Children's Museum of Manhattan and Zabar's, and jump on the metro at 86 St. Station (Broadway) or 79 St. Station to see more of the city.
Manhattan
Known for its fascinating museums, important monuments and soaring skyscrapers, there's plenty to explore in Manhattan. Top attractions like Times Square and Grand Central Terminal are major draws. Catch the metro at 81 St. - Museum of Natural History Station or 86 St. Station (Central Park West) to see more of the city.
Uptown
While you're in Uptown, take in top sights like Cleopatra's Needle or Belvedere Castle, 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.).
Upper East Side
Known for its interesting museums and stunning river views, there's plenty to explore in Upper East Side. Top attractions like 5th Avenue and Frick Collection 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.
Lenox Hill
If you're spending time in Lenox Hill, check out sights like 5th Avenue or Park Avenue Armory and hop on the metro to see more of the city at 72nd Street Station or 68 St. - Hunter College Station.
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.
