Fifth Avenue - 2 blocks Pierpont Morgan Library - 2 blocks Grand Central Station - 4 blocks Chrysler Building - 5 blocks Macy's - 5 blocks Empire State Building - 6 blocks Times Square - 8 blocks Rockefeller Center - 12 blocks Metropolitan Museum of Art - 2 miles LaGuardia Airport (LGA): Approximate driving time is 20 minutes and distance is 7.5 miles. John F Kennedy International Airport (JFK): Approximate driving time is 35 minutes and distance is 16 miles. Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR): Approximate driving time is 40 minutes and distance is 18 miles. Driving directions from LaGuardia: Take Grand Central Pkwy west to I-278 (Brooklyn-Queens Expy). Take I-495 (Long Island Expy) west, then take the Queens Midtown tunnel and exit to 37th St/38th-40th Sts. Turn left on E 39th St, then turn left on Park Ave. Driving directions from JFK: Take I-678 (Van Wyck Expy) north to I-495 (Long Island Expy) west. Take the Queens Midtown tunnel and exit to 37th St/38th-40th Sts. Turn left on E 39th St, then turn left on Park Ave. Driving directions from Newark: Follow signs to take US 1/US 9 north to I-95 (New Jersey Tpke) north (toll road). Take I-495 to the Lincoln Tunnel and exit to West Side Hwy/40th St. Turn right on W 40th St, then turn right on Park Ave. Getting there: For the solo traveler, the best option from any of the airports is a shuttle van ($16–25). For groups of two or more, a taxi is usually a better value ($26–35 from LaGuardia; more than $36 from JFK and Newark). Other transportation into the city, including express buses and JFK's Air Train, is less expensive ($5–15) but does not go to individual hotels. Travelers chosing these options would need to finish their trip with a taxi or subway ride. (All fees subject to change without notice.) Getting around: Walking is an excellent way to visit the many attractions in the immediate area. For other destinations, the subway is a good choice, especially during peak traffic hours (less than $5; fees subject to change without notice). Taxis are another good way to get around town. Rental cars are not recommended. |