The Upper East Side of Manhattan is known for being one of the most posh neighborhoods in the world. In addition to its wealth residents, the Upper East side, which is located between Central Park and the East River and stretches from 59th Street in Midtown West to about 96th Street in Harlem, is the home of numerous museums, historical monuments, luxury boutiques and high-end dining and entertainment venues.
About the Upper East Side:
As first home to the kings of industry during the 19th Century, the Upper East Side has a rich and prominent history of catering to the upper echelons of elite high society. The quaint tree-lined streets nestled together with the pre-war brownstone townhouses that radiate a unique sophistication and chic appeal of the area. Strolling within the various districts of the Upper East Side will take you to the quintessential New York City streets that have been made famous in movies and songs including Park Avenue, Madison Avenue, Fifth Avenue and Lexington Avenue.
In addition to the elegant streets and mansions in the Upper East Side, the area also boasts of the most museums and monuments in the city. “Museum Mile,” located along Fifth Avenue facing Central Park, is home to the Metropolitan Museum of Art, the National Academy of Design, the Guggenheim, the Whitney Museum of American Art and many more.
A stay in New York City, however, is not complete without a trip to Central Park. As the most visited park in the United States, there are plenty of things to do and see in Central Park and are especially kid-friendly. Between the Zoo, the Conservatory Gardens, two ice-skating rinks, and numerous lakes and ponds, it is easy to spend a whole day outside and away from the busy city in the peaceful sanctuaries within Central Park.
Transportation within and around the Upper East Side is supplied by the Lexington Avenue line consisting of the 4, 5, and 6 trains. Mainly serving the Upper East Side and Midtown East Manhattan, the Lexington Avenue line stretches from downtown Brooklyn or Lower Manhattan to 125th Street in East Harlem.
Apartment rentals in the Upper East Side
Whether vacationing for a short-time or in need of a furnished apartment for an extended amount of time, New York Habitat has numerous accommodations in the Upper East Side.
- This one-bedroom Upper East Side furnished triplex apartment (NY-10249), on East 62nd Street between First and Second Avenues, is a private suite that is spread over three floors with access to a scenic terrace.
- This alcove studio apartment in the Upper East Side (NY-14980) is located at 60th Street and 2nd Avenue in a high-rise building. Its location on the 16th floor offers beautiful and unobstructed city views.
Depending on the length of stay or preferred accommodations, there is certainly something available to enhance any trip to New York City!
Ever lived or stayed in the Upper East Side? Know of good restaurants or undiscovered hangouts in the area? We want to know so please leave thoughts in the comments section below!
I would agree about the Upper East Side. My favorite parts are Museum Mile and Central Park. Stay West of Lexington Avenue if you want to be closest to there sites.
You must, must, must go to Serendipity 3! Even if there’s a line! Just for dessert. It’s an experience not to be missed. It’s on 60th St. between Second and Third near Bloomingdale’s. You might even see a celeb while you’re wolfing down your sundae.
I think I saw that Serendipity place on one of Rachael Ray\’s shows. They specialize in frozen hot chocolate, if it\’s the place I\’m thinking of.
Yes, that’s it. Rachael Ray went there with her husband for the frozen hot chocolate. She raved about it.
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The Upper East Side is my favorite part of the city! It has so much to offer. Central park is NYC’s beautiful oasis. Especially during the Autumn season. Honestly it something you must experience while visiting!