West Bronx Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit
Yankee Stadium
Baseball’s most famous franchise has a new, somewhat luxurious home in the central Bronx, full of homages to the team’s long history.
New York Botanical Gardens
One of the United States’ first and best-loved botanical gardens is an attraction year round, featuring both extensive plant collections and stunning architecture.
The Bronx Museum of the Arts
Contemporary art from some of the country’s best African American, Asian and Hispanic artists, among others, is celebrated in a museum near Yankee Stadium.
Edgar Allan Poe Cottage
The author spent his last years in this Bronx cottage, lovingly preserved since the 19th century in a park with his name.
Fordham University
Explore the campus of Fordham University as part of your travels around Bronx. Experience the acclaimed art galleries and entertainment choices in this vibrant area.
College of Mount Saint Vincent
Explore the campus of College of Mount Saint Vincent during your stay in New York. Discover the top-notch restaurants and acclaimed art galleries in this vibrant area.
Things to do
Statue of Liberty & Ellis Island Tour: All Options
Top of the Rock Timed Admission
SUMMIT One Vanderbilt Experience Tickets
New York Explorer Pass: Visit 2-10 Attractions and Save Up to 50 Percent
Edge Observation Deck at Hudson Yards
Empire State Building Observation Deck & Museum Ticket
Top hotels in West Bronx
Hyatt Grand Central New York
I absolutely love staying at the Grand Hyatt, super nice staff, great vibe and centrally located. It is my favorite!! ;)
Reviewed on 11 May 2026
Sheraton New York Times Square Hotel
Nice
Reviewed on 11 May 2026
NEW YORKER BY LOTTE HOTELS
Great stay! Central location, comfy beds, friendly staff 👌
Reviewed on 10 May 2026
PUBLIC, an Ian Schrager hotel
Room shower was not a good design. Water poured out within 30 secs of turning the shower on. No lotion, slippers, or water available, had to call for slippers ( much needed since the floors had a lot of dust and turned the bottom of the slippers gray/ black in less than a few hours of wearing it). ...
Reviewed on 11 May 2026
Hampton Inn New York Times Square
Binta was the best in accommodating me and my family. She was able to help me with an early check in Friday afternoon so we can rest before our dinner reservations and seeing a Broadway play for my wife’s birthday as well as extending my check out to help us walk around and shop in NYC Saturday morning. ...
Reviewed on 11 May 2026
Pod Times Square
Clean room
Reviewed on 10 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around West Bronx
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 Beacon Theater, 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 Times Square 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.
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.
Uptown
While you're in Uptown, take in top sights like Metropolitan Museum of Art or Cleopatra's Needle, 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.).
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.
Hell's Kitchen
Known for its soaring skyscrapers, popular shops and eye-catching views, there's plenty to explore in Hell's Kitchen. Top attractions like Manhattan Cruise Terminal and Restaurant Row are major draws. Catch the metro at 50 St. Station (8th Av.) or 42 St. - Port Authority Bus Terminal Station to see more of the city.
