Must Visit New York Neighborhoods

New York and more specifically Manhattan isand tourism sectors of New York. On a trip
home to some of the most diverse and uniquearound Midtown West be sure to visit the eclectic
neighborhoods around. No matter what you wantneighborhoods of Hell's Kitchen and Clinton. A
you are guaranteed to find it in one of thesemelting pot of cultures, races, religions and tastes
awesome neighborhoods.- NYC neighborhood is a treat for every kind of
NoLitaUntil a little while ago this magnificent Newvisitor to the Big Apple.
York neighborhood didn't even exist. Located slapGreenwich Village
bang in the middle of Little Italy, the Lower EastGreenwich Village is divided into the East and
Side and SoHo this tiny neighborhood is awashWest Villages by Broadway and is undoubtedly
with gorgeous boutiques, galleries, treasure filledNew York's most arty neighborhood. If it is
second hand shops and restaurants featuring anpoetry readings, smoky jazz bars or punk rock
eclectic array of sensational tastes.clubs Greenwich Village will suite you down to the
The Flatiron Districtground. As it's the home of NYU there are plenty
Famous for its 20-story, Flatiron building, Flatironof rocking night spots, pizza and beer joints and
District includes a number of boutiques, retailcafes here too. Greenwich Village truly has
shops and stores. The area is considered one ofsomething for everyone.
the popular shopping districts.SoHo
Located between Chelsea and Gramercy theSoHo is New York's hippest hotspot renowned for
Flatiron District takes its name from the leadingmagnificent pavement art, studios, galleries and
attraction, the magnificent 20 storey Flatironarty cafes. At night the neighborhood is alive with
Building. This is one of New York's trendiestvibrance and color - a trip out to one of the
neighborhoods due to the many clubs, bars andtrendiest restaurants or bars should not be
restaurants. The gothic architecture which ismissed.
prevalent throughout the neighborhood is a mustChelsea
see. While you're there visit Flatiron Building,Looking for New York's prettiest neighborhood?
Gramercy Park, the New York Public Library andVisit the oh so posh Chelsea on your next visit to
the Empire State Building.the Big Apple. Home to the Chelsea Piers, Union
ChinatownSquare and Madison Square Park; Chelsea boast a
Boasting the largest population ofthriving gay scene and a wide array of
Chinese-Americans in the country, Chinatown is arestaurants, theatres and nightclubs. Another of
must visit for travelers interested in the exotic.its charms is that it is slap bang in the middle of
This New York neighborhood comes alive inNew York's garment district - shopping here is a
January as it celebrates the Chinese New Year intreat.
full regal. For traditional Asian fare, street marketsUpper West and East Sides
and specialty oriental stores you won't find betterThe Upper West Side is renowned for its
than Chinatown.cosmopolitan atmosphere as well as its charm. Far
Little Italymore laid back than the Upper East Side it is
Located directly next to Chinatown, lies a littlepopular amongst executives and young families.
slice of Italy. Little Italy sports some of NewShopping at Zabars, Fairway Market, Hugo Boss,
York's most gorgeous cafes and restaurants andMorgenthal Frederics Eyewear and Crabtree
it goes without saying... the food here is supreme.& Evelyn is a treat and the Lincoln Center,
If you're a fan of Mafioso movies Little Italy is athe Children's Museum of Manhattan and New
must visit as several scenes from the GodfatherYork Historical Society will take care of your
and several other Mafioso movies were shot here.more cultural needs.
MidtownMidtown New York is separated into itsHome to some of the wealthiest citizens in New
eastern and western halves by the prestigiousYork the Upper East Side is exceptionally trendy
Fifth Avenue. Midtown East which includes theand is the place to go if you're interested in some
fashionable neighborhood of Murray Hill isserious shopping, and with outlets such as
renowned for its excellent shopping opportunities,Barneys, Madison Avenue and Bloomingdales its
restaurants and fantastic attractions. So ifeasy to see why.
shopping at Hermès, a trip to theTribeca
architecturally splendid Chrysler Building and diningJust west of SoHo lies the equally trendy Tribeca
on sushi or pizza before heading off to the MoMAand its galleries, markets and amazing clubs. As
appeals to you, Midtown East is a must visit asNew York's publishing district this neighborhood is
far as New York neighborhoods go.home to several bookstores and so many
Midtown West is New York's heart when itrestaurants that you'll have difficulty choosing.
comes of the business, shopping, entertainment