Park Avenue - 2 blocks Fifth Avenue - 4 blocks Empire State Building - 7 blocks Gramercy Park - 10 blocks Flatiron Building - 10 blocks LaGuardia Airport (LGA): Approximate driving time is 20 minutes and distance is 9 miles. John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK): Approximate driving time is 35 minutes and distance is 17 miles. Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR): Approximate driving time is 35 minutes and distance is 17 miles. Driving directions from LaGuardia: Take Grand Central Pkwy west to I-278 (Brooklyn-Queens Expy) west. Take I-495 (Long Island Expy) west, then take the Queens Midtown tunnel and exit to 35th St/34th St. Turn left on E 34th St, then turn right on 2nd Ave. Turn right on E 23rd St, then right again on 3rd Ave. Turn right on E 24th St. 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 35th St/34th St. Turn left on E 34th St, then turn right on 2nd Ave. Turn right on E 23rd St, then right again on 3rd Ave. Turn right on E 24th St. 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 left on E 34th St, then turn right on Park Ave. Turn left on E 24th St. Getting there: For solo travelers, the best option from all three 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). (All fees subject to change without notice.) Getting around: Walking is an excellent way to reach nearby attractions, and to experience the city. For other destinations, the subway is a good choice, especially during rush hour (less than $5; fees subject to change without notice). Taxis are another good way to get around town. Rental cars are not recommended. |