Morningside Heights Travel Guide
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 acclaimed theatre scene and fascinating museums 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 entertainment choices 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.
Lafayette Square
After visiting Lafayette Square, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in New York. Experience the entertainment choices and fascinating museums in this vibrant area.
General Grant National Memorial
You can find out about the history of New York with a stop at General Grant National Memorial. Experience the entertainment choices and acclaimed art galleries in this vibrant area.
Things to do
Statue of Liberty & Ellis Island Tour: All Options
Empire State Building Observatory Tickets - General Admission & Express
SUMMIT One Vanderbilt Experience Tickets
New York Explorer Pass: Visit 2-10 Attractions and Save Up to 50 Percent
Madame Tussauds New York Celebrity Wax Museum
Private Audio Guided Walking Tour in New York
Top hotels in Morningside Heights
Sheraton New York Times Square Hotel
Cleaning (clean towels and empty trash) was only done upon request and rooms need updating.
Reviewed on 10 Dec 2025
Hotel Edison Times Square
If you want a great location hotel within walking distance of all amenities then this should be your choice. We were able to walk to all major tourist stops and so close to subway as well. The staff are superb. From Franklin at the front door to Melody at the front desk they are very professional ...
Reviewed on 9 Dec 2025
PUBLIC, an Ian Schrager hotel
Clean & friendly
Reviewed on 11 Dec 2025
Hyatt Grand Central New York
Great staff!
Reviewed on 11 Dec 2025
Hotel St. James
The rooms were cleanand comfy. The desk staff pleasant and helpful. It was a great find for our NYC adventure. Very convenient
Reviewed on 11 Dec 2025
DoubleTree by Hilton New York Downtown
Staff was so amazing and the room was perfect! First time in NYC and i'll definitely be staying here again.
Reviewed on 6 Dec 2025
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 New York Historical Society, 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 Rockefeller Center and Broadway 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 Belvedere Castle or Upper Fifth Avenue, 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 Upper Fifth Avenue 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.
Central Park South
If you're spending time in Central Park South, check out sights like Rockefeller Center or Broadway and hop on the metro to see more of the city at 57 St. - 7 Av Station or 57 St. 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.
