Times Square is a must-see tourist attraction in New York City, so you will probably find yourself there at one point during your visit. You should use this opportunity to check out some other tourist attractions nearby.
Museum of Broadway
The Museum of Broadway is the first museum that documents the history of famous Broadway theatre. It covers more than three centuries of Broadway shows through costumes, posters, audio and visual material, and interactive exhibits.
Madame Tussauds New York
Want to see your favorite actors and musicians up close? Well, a visit to Madame Tussauds New York is the best opportunity you’ll get. The NYC location of the famous wax museum displays more than 220 wax sculptures of celebrities from both the past and present.
Empire State Building
One of New York City’s most famous buildings is just a 10-minute walk from Times Square. It’s biggest draw is an open-air observatory on the 86th floor that offers breathtaking panoramic views of the city.
Rockefeller Center
Rockefeller Center will definitely be worth your time. It also has an observatory to enjoy the cityscape but also so much more. The place houses the famous Radio City Music Hall and has one of the city’s most popular ice rinks during winter.