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Times Square

Times Square

Times Square
4.5
NeighbourhoodsPoints of Interest & LandmarksScenic Walking Areas
12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
Monday
12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
Tuesday
12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
Wednesday
12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
Thursday
12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
Friday
12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
Saturday
12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
Sunday
12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
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Central area in NYC that has many shops, restaurants, office buildings and flashing billboards around it.
Duration: 1-2 hours
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  • Deepak the traveller
    Mumbai, India328 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Times Square -High Energy Levels !
    Had been to Times Square and this place was nuzzling with lot of energy and vibrancy. I was amazed to see so much life and energy . Had been with my son and we had a lovely time at Times Squre, we also took the night bus tour and got to see NY at night with lights! It’s a must see place .
    Visited October 2023
    Travelled with friends
    Written 8 October 2023
  • Anne Chaput
    1 contribution
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    A whirlwind of neon, noise, and pure energy!
    The moment you step into the heart of it, you're hit with a sensory overload. The massive screens, the Broadway billboards, and the sea of people from all walks of life are a sight to behold. It's a total circus, but in the best way possible. And yeah, it's touristy, but there's a reason it's iconic. The street performers, the endless shopping, and the food options are a sensory rollercoaster. It's not just a square; it's a piece of New York's beating heart, and you can't help but get caught up in the excitement. Times Square is a must-visit for anyone who wants to feel the pulse of the city that never sleeps. 🌃
    Visited April 2023
    Travelled with family
    Written 23 October 2023
  • NatureLover99_11
    Gunnison, Colorado595 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    NYC's FUN ATTRACTION!!!
    NYC IS a melting pot when visiting NYC and one should not miss visiting Times Square! All different languages are heard and it is crowded throughout the day and into the evening! Bright flashing lights, skyscrapers, advertisements wow the visitors! You can even see the ball that drops on New Year's Eve! It is not to be missed! They even have erected a seating stand to get better views!
    Visited October 2023
    Travelled with family
    Written 24 October 2023
  • MarkLA73
    Aberdeen, United Kingdom124 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    Hive of activity!
    A real hubbub of activity, with 1000s of people in the area, especially in the evening and spectacular lighting. It is worth sitting on the red steps to get a good view of the area. Best to visit in the evening I would say.
    Visited October 2023
    Travelled as a couple
    Written 27 October 2023
  • deanwebb2016
    Brisbane, Australia334 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    BE CAREFUL
    Always very busy. Not a lot to see, but you can't go to NYC and not go to Times Square. A lot of souvenir shops to pick up NYC gifts for friends. A few seedy characters in the area. Keep your personal belongings close at all times. Hop on Hop off bus stops located here, for both Uptown & Downtown loops. Short walk to Grand Central Station & Empire State Building.
    Visited October 2023
    Travelled as a couple
    Written 3 November 2023
  • NikaNumber1
    Royal Oak, Michigan10,138 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    So much to take in…
    It’s never a dull moment here. Come to be around lots of people, big jumbo tron screens and sensory overload. This place is always so alive and vibing with energy. There was a Dia de los muertos theme in the square for Halloween. Just sit in the stadium stands and look around.
    Visited November 2023
    Travelled as a couple
    Written 4 November 2023
  • La Dolce Vita
    101 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    No other place like it.
    Love it here, such an exciting place day and night, no other place like it! This was our second visit, after having stayed in a hotel on the Square previously. Good places to shop as well and didn't find the shops we went to overpriced (some are though). So many great views. Great to place people watch too, but is very busy so mind how you go!
    Visited November 2023
    Travelled with family
    Written 4 November 2023
  • Zephyr329
    Ballarat, Australia87 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    The bright lights of New York
    Talk about a sensory overload Times Square is it ! During the day you see all the displays and advertising on the massive screens but , at night, it lights up the whole of fifth Avenue. It is like a central hub that has to be seen and , apart from people dressed up as Marvel figures trying to get your photo, you can pretty much roam around and just take in the brilliance of the displays. It’s such a central meeting point that it is like people are attracted to the lights like moths. It’s a must visit just to experience the difference between night and day and take in the brilliance of the lights at night. Very impressive.
    Visited November 2023
    Travelled with family
    Written 11 November 2023
  • Shawn L
    Staten Island, New York2 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Feels like 2050
    The views were so amazing that it made me feel like I’m in 2050. It had a lot of talented people on stage and I took some photos and videos of how it was. The food is a 10/10! Although NYC has a lot of psychos, I still managed to have a very good time in Times Square.
    Visited August 2023
    Travelled with family
    Written 20 November 2023
  • Crissy K
    Memphis, Indiana847 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Love Times Square
    It’s Times Square what else can I say. We explored in the morning, evening and night during our stay. We never felt unsafe or threatened. Cleaner then other places we’ve been. When it’s not so cold it is a wonderful place to grad a drink and just sit and watch people. Just much to explore. Spend some time there and enjoy the shops, people, and overall experience.
    Visited December 2023
    Travelled with family
    Written 30 November 2023
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tippykarp
New York City, NY80 contributions
3.0 of 5 bubbles
Dec 2019
Times Sqare is a must see, especially at night. But be prepared for huge crowds and very little room to walk. You may want to check out the Broadway half price ticket outlet at West 45th St. There are usually long lines but they move fairly rapidly. There is a very nice and remarkably clean movie complex on West 42nd Street between 7th and 8th Aves called the Regal Cinema Times Square, which has about 10 theaters, always showing first run movies. If barbeque is your thing there is a suprisingly good barbeque restaurant right next to the Regal Cinemas called Dallas Barbeque where you can dine fairly inexpensive and good. This place is especially good for families.
Written 11 February 2020
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Alysonh90
United Kingdom54 contributions
2.0 of 5 bubbles
Oct 2019 • Couples
Stayed in a hotel just off Times Square and we were quite disappointed with the location. Times Square is busy with tourists and touters alike and you can’t walk from one shop to the other without getting accosted to but something or take a photo with Minnie Mouse or some scantily dressed burlesque dancers. They don’t seem to have the ability to leave tourists in peace and after our first day in the city we actively avoided the area and took a long route around to avoid this rip off hot spot. Such a shame because it is the bright lights of Times Square should be what NYC is all about. Spoiled by overcrowded areas and touters
Written 12 March 2020
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The Swiss Nomad
Lugano, Switzerland3,504 contributions
4.0 of 5 bubbles
Mar 2020 • Couples
If I was asked to described in a few words times Square, I could only say it's the center of Manhattan; several subway lines meet at times Square, or at least pass through, so there are day and night lots of people stopping here either to see a Broadway show, just to take pictures, to visit one of the many shops selling everything from souvenirs, to sports apparels and who knows what else.
I would strongly suggest to come to times Square at sunset or at night, when all the neon lights shine bright and you really wonder at the gigantic size of this square (and city).
True, there are homeless people, people dressed up in costumes, hustlers "selling" cds, but if you want to see a representation of America in a square, this is the place you wanna visit.
Plus, who goes to NY without passing at least by time Square?!
Written 22 March 2020
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Pinoks
Taguig City, Philippines225 contributions
1.0 of 5 bubbles
Dec 2019 • Family
We came here in the late afternoon of Dec. 27 so daughter could see the billboards and the crowds. But oh boy! It was just so crowded that it was quite difficult to move. We got scared for our daughter as we felt she could get squeezed by the throng of people. And we felt that the risk of a stampede was so real.

I don’t understand some people who even brought their young children in strollers.

Other than the fact that it’s Times Square and its glittering billboards, this place lacks cultural significance as it is commonly understood.

This place should be avoided if at all possible. If one were to visit, it’s probably good to do that very late in the evening or very early in the morning. Trust me.
Written 3 January 2020
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Sal
Hawthorne, NJ33 contributions
4.0 of 5 bubbles
Nov 2019 • Family
If you are going to NYC than it is a no brainer that you have to spend a day in times square. It is a blend of all different characters where tourist, business people and super heroes congregate in a daily basis. If you are not prepared to pay the super heroes than don't take a pic with them, the naked cowboy also takes pics for money. The minimum you should give is about 5.00 if you don't want to argue with them. Trust they will argue with you also don't ask them to take your picture if you want you phone back you would have to pay, this is NYC not Disney land.
Written 3 January 2020
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walshgolfmw
Burlington, MA67 contributions
3.0 of 5 bubbles
Jan 2020 • Couples
If you want to attend a play or show, just across from Madison Square Garden at 10 a.m. they sell half price tickets to Off-Broadway and Broadway shows for that days performances. They also sell matinee performances. Times Square is a different place in the day time than it is at night. Probably the busiest place in all of mid Manhattan.
Written 18 January 2020
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millsy123
Newcastle, Australia263 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Dec 2019
Loud, super bright and full of interesting characters. At Xmas time the whole of new york is magical...especially when it snows! Look out for the entertainers in times square and getting your photo taken with a super hero could be expensive!!!
Written 13 January 2020
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Desiree S
Los Angeles, CA75 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Jan 2020 • Couples
I love NYC it’s one of my favorite towns and Time Square it one of it staple attractions. There’s restaurant, shops, places to buy tickets for broadway and off-broadway plays at discounted prices. They have a bleacher area for tourists to sit in and view the area and the American flag for the greatest country in the world.
Written 12 January 2020
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HappyWhen
Kajaani, Finland556 contributions
3.0 of 5 bubbles
Jan 2020 • Friends
Sellers try to vend tickets to Broadway or sightseeing busses, photo opportunities with Disney and Marvel characters or just asking for money for some reasons.

Bright billboards are all over the square, which seems smaller than in the movies/pictures. We went there once in purpose and couple of times just passing and there were always people.

We stood there for a good while to feel the square and for some photos, which are nice to take in sort of podiums there are along the street.

Written 24 January 2020
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Rea S
Arlington, TX32 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Mar 2021
A cold Sunday evening around 6 pm, I made my way down to Tiime Square. Shops were open and street vendors were at every corner. The bleachers were nice although I did not go to sit down.. I enjoyed the artistic displays of lights and visuals on the super large screen. There were dancers in the middle of the square entertaining all who wanted to see and various skateboarders riding about. So many places to eat and drink were available, along with the food vendors with their parked trucks selling cheap eats. There were artist available to sketch details portraits or caricatures lined up and down the streets. From knock-off designer goods to cheap souvenirs, it was all there. If one is tired, it is easy to get a carriage rider to give you a lift, but it is not cheap. Coming out of the store, I saw a heavy presence of NYPD, this was because a social issue parade was being led. New York is always awake, popping, full of culture and diversity.. You have to see it for yourself. It you like a fast past place with lots of bright lights, places to shop, street eats, drink and like to see a unique set of human-beings, visit time square. You won't be disappointed.
Written 31 March 2021
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