Manhattan, New York
Midtown Manhattan
Midtown stretches from 34th to 59th streets between the East River and the Hudson, taking in Times Square, Rockefeller Center, Grand Central and the theater district. It is the city's largest office and hotel district.
Local Character & History
Towers, storefronts, theaters and crowds define Midtown. Residential blocks in Murray Hill, Turtle Bay and Hell's Kitchen-adjacent streets provide quieter counterpoints.
Restaurants & Shopping
From Times Square chains to Michelin-starred restaurants, Midtown covers every price point, with strong lunch and pre-theater scenes.
Housing
Prewar apartments, co-ops and newer luxury towers, with a growing residential population in the West 40s and 50s.
Parks & Recreation
Bryant Park, Central Park's southern edge, Dag Hammarskjöld Plaza and the East River esplanade provide open space.
Transportation
Grand Central, Penn Station, Port Authority and nearly every subway line converge in Midtown, along with Metro-North and NJ Transit.
Nearby Attractions
- Times Square
- Rockefeller Center
- Grand Central Terminal
- Bryant Park
Frequently Asked Questions
What is considered Midtown Manhattan?
Midtown generally runs from 34th Street to 59th Street, from the East River to the Hudson.
Is Times Square in Midtown?
Yes. Times Square is at the heart of Midtown, around 42nd Street and Broadway.