Things to do in East Side

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Grand Central Terminal showing interior views and heritage elements
Grand Central Terminal which includes heritage elements and interior views

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What to do in East Side


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Areas of East Side

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Turtle Bay

While you're in Turtle Bay, take in top sights like Japan Society and jump on the metro at Lexington Av.-53 St. Station to see more of the city.

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Gramercy

Quiet elegance is key in this residential neighborhood on Manhattan’s east side, with leafy streets, historic architecture and notable arts venues and restaurants.

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Kips Bay

Kips Bay is known for its great bars, and you can make a stop by Holographic Studios and Asser Levy Recreation Center while in the area.

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Sutton Place

If you're spending some time in Sutton Place, Sutton Place Park and Bridgemarket are top sights worth seeing.

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Yorkville

While you're in Yorkville, take in top sights like Gracie Mansion or Church of the Holy Trinity, and hop on the metro to see more the city at East 86th Street Station or 96 St. Station (2nd Av.).

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Tudor City

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Tudor City and surrounding area, you can visit Grand Central Terminal and Empire State Building.

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