The vibrant area of Long Island City awaits your stay
The area's art galleries and museums are just some of the reasons to come on holiday to Long Island City. Travellers especially like the skyscrapers, island views and cafes in this cosmopolitan and scenic city. Grand Central Terminal and Rockefeller Center are just a couple of the must-see attractions in the area. With a holiday rental, you get a home away from home – many rentals offer full kitchens and outdoor grills for some home cooking.
Activities and attractions in and around Long Island City
Are you searching for attractions to see while you're in town? Venture out of your holiday home and experience everything that makes Long Island City a one-of-a-kind holiday spot. These are some of the major attractions to see, all within 30 miles (48.2 km) of the city centre:
- Bronx Zoo (8.2 mi / 13.1 km)
- NBC Studios (1.9 mi / 3 km)
- Rink at Rockefeller Center (1.9 mi / 3 km)
- Nintendo World New York (1.9 mi / 3 km)
- Central Park Zoo (2 mi / 3.2 km)
- Tompkins Square Park (2.1 mi / 3.5 km)
Exploring the natural features in Long Island City
Whether you're an active traveller or just want to appreciate the scenery, Long Island City is a great place to get outside. Here are a few of the area's noteworthy features, all within 30 miles (48.2 km) of the city centre:
- Central Park (2.7 mi / 4.3 km)
- Bryant Park (1.9 mi / 3.1 km)
- Gantry Plaza State Park (0.3 mi / 0.4 km)
- Queensbridge Park (0.9 mi / 1.4 km)
- Sutton Place Park (1 mi / 1.6 km)
- McCarren Park (1.7 mi / 2.7 km)
Travelling to and around Long Island City
Fly into LaGuardia Airport (LGA), the closest airport, located 4.5 mi (7.2 km) from the city centre. If you can't find a flight that works for your travel itinerary, you can also fly into Teterboro, NJ (TEB), which is 9.7 mi (15.7 km) away.
If you're travelling by train, make your way to Long Island City Hunterspoint Avenue Station or Long Island City Station to see more of the city. You can get around Long Island City by catching a ride on the metro at 21 St. Station, 45 Rd. - Court House Sq. Station or 23 St. - Ely Av. Station.