Morningside Heights Travel Guide
New York





Visit Morningside Heights
Popular places to visit

Columbia University
Enjoy the student vibe around Columbia University, a top university in New York. Experience the acclaimed art galleries and fascinating museums in this vibrant area.

Cathedral of St. John the Divine
Admire the remarkable architecture, beautiful music and spiritual ambiance of this historic landmark just north of Central Park.

Morningside Park
After visiting Morningside Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in New York. Experience the entertainment choices and fascinating museums in this vibrant area.
Mount Sinai Morningside
If Mount Sinai Morningside is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of New York.
Tom's Diner
You can find out about the history of New York with a stop at Tom's Diner. Experience the acclaimed art galleries and fascinating museums in this vibrant area.
Lafayette Square
After visiting Lafayette Square, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in New York. Experience the fascinating museums and acclaimed theatre scene in this vibrant area.
Things to do

Harlem Bronx Brooklyn Queens Tour in 7 Hours

Upper Manhattan and Harlem Uncovered The City Pulse Tour

Young Trump and Obama in New York with Local Private Guide

NYC 2-Hour Guided Tour: History of the High Line, Hudson River, and Chelsea
Top hotels in Morningside Heights

Reviewed on 27 Mar 2025

Reviewed on 27 Mar 2025

Reviewed on 28 Mar 2025

Reviewed on 28 Mar 2025

Reviewed on 30 Mar 2025

Reviewed on 27 Mar 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Morningside Heights

Upper West Side
Known for its fascinating museums and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Upper West Side. Check out top attractions like Children's Museum of Manhattan and New York Historical Society, and jump on the metro at 86 St. Station (Broadway) or 79 St. Station to see more of the city.

Manhattan
Known for its fascinating museums, important monuments and soaring skyscrapers, there's plenty to explore in Manhattan. Top attractions like Manhattan Cruise Terminal and Rockefeller Center are major draws. Catch the metro at 81 St. - Museum of Natural History Station or 86 St. Station (Central Park West) to see more of the city.

Uptown
While you're in Uptown, take in top sights like Belvedere Castle or Metropolitan Museum of Art, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at 81 St. - Museum of Natural History Station or 77 St. Station (Lexington Av.).

Upper East Side
Known for its interesting museums and stunning river views, there's plenty to explore in Upper East Side. Top attractions like 5th Avenue and The Cloisters are major draws, and you can catch the metro at 77 St. Station (Lexington Av.) or 72nd Street Station to see more of the city.

Lenox Hill
If you're spending time in Lenox Hill, check out sights like 5th Avenue or Park Avenue Armory and hop on the metro to see more of the city at 72nd Street Station or 68 St. - Hunter College Station.

Central Park South
If you're spending time in Central Park South, check out sights like Rockefeller Center or Broadway and hop on the metro to see more of the city at 57 St. - 7 Av Station or 57 St. Station.