Explore Midtown Manhattan
Wake up at Arlo Midtown and step out into the center of the world. This is the heart of New York City, with Times Square and the bright lights of Broadway just steps away.
Whether you’re doing business in Midtown, or here to explore the city’s museums and culture, you’ll find it all at your fingertips at Arlo Midtown. Hudson Yards is a short walk away, along with access to the High Line, a public park that runs on old elevated train tracks above the streets of Chelsea. Central Park is easily accessible, as are some of the world-class institutions that line its perimeter, like the Metropolitan Museum of Art and the Museum of Natural History.
In need of some retail therapy? Arlo Midtown is situated in what was once NYC’s garment district and is still home to the world’s most iconic brands, with the flagship boutiques of Fifth Avenue a short subway ride or walk away.
Stroll through Koreatown and Hell’s Kitchen, catch a show in the Theater District (last-minute tickets are available at the TKTS booth in Times Square). Walk everywhere. See it all. Enjoy a late dinner. Anything is possible when you’re in New York City.
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Broadway Theater District
The Broadway Theater District fills the blocks around Times Square with 40 Broadway theaters, plus Shubert Alley tucked between West 44th and 45th Streets. Arlo Midtown sits about a 12-minute walk from Times Square, so show night starts with an easy stroll.
By Walk: Approximately 12 minutes (0.5 miles)
By Commute: 7–10 minutes (by car or rideshare) -
Rockefeller Center
Rockefeller Center spans several Midtown blocks between Fifth and Sixth Avenues, with the Rink set beneath Paul Manship’s golden Prometheus and Top of the Rock’s skyline views overhead. It’s about a 25-minute walk from Arlo Midtown, so skating, the observation deck, and the plaza fit easily into one day.
By Walk: Approximately 25 minutes (1.1 miles)
By Commute: 15–20 minutes (by car or rideshare) -
Bryant Park
Bryant Park is a 9.6-acre green space between Fifth and Sixth Avenues, set directly behind the New York Public Library’s flagship and home each winter to free-admission ice skating. From Arlo Midtown, it’s an easy walk east for a lawn picnic or a turn on the rink.
By Walk: Approximately 15 minutes
By Commute: 10–15 minutes -
Summit One Vanderbilt
Summit One Vanderbilt is a one-of-a-kind, fully immersive experience high above New York City. Set atop one of Midtown’s tallest skyscrapers, it combines panoramic skyline views with mirrored spaces, interactive art, and thrilling glass-floor ledges that make you feel like you’re floating above Manhattan.
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Statue of Liberty
Lady Liberty’s a bit farther, but a ferry ride away (30 minutes by subway to Battery Park) and totally worth the trip!
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Central Park
NYC’s backyard! Perfect for a bike ride, picnic, or squirrel watching, 15 minutes on foot, or just 10 by subway for a faster escape into nature
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American Museum of Natural History
Dinosaurs, space shows, and history galore! A 30-minute scenic walk through Central Park or just 15 minutes by subway to get in touch with your inner explorer
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Chelsea Market
One of New York City’s most iconic food halls, Chelsea Market brings together artisan food vendors, local shops, and unique dining experiences inside a historic former Nabisco factory in the heart of the Meatpacking District.
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Museum of Modern Art (MoMA)
Get your art fix with world-class masterpieces like Van Gogh, Warhol, and more, just 20 minutes away. Guests receive discounted entry if booked directly through us, plus special perks. Please ask the Front Desk for details!
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Edge NYC
Dare to step out on the city’s highest sky deck with views that will make your heart race, just 16 minutes from the hotel!
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Hudson Yards
Hudson Yards is Manhattan’s newest destination for luxury shopping, acclaimed dining, public art, and striking modern architecture, anchored by attractions like the Vessel, The Shed, and the High Line.
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Times Square
Times Square sits where Broadway and Seventh Avenue cross in Midtown Manhattan, and its TKTS red steps at Father Duffy Square give you a wide view of the billboards. It’s about a 12-minute walk from Arlo Midtown, easy to fit in before a Broadway show or after dinner.
By Walk: Approximately 12 minutes (0.5 miles)
By Commute: 8–10 minutes (by car or rideshare)