Solo Travel Guide New York
New York moves fast, but solo travellers keep up. Whether you're taking in the skyline from the Empire State Building Observatory, biting into a legendary pastrami sandwich at Katz’s Delicatessen, or finding a quiet moment in Central Park, the city is yours to explore. Art, history, food, and energy—New York doesn’t wait, and that’s exactly why you’re here.
Empire State Building Observatory
The view that never gets old. Ride up to the 86th-floor deck and see the city stretch to infinity—skyscrapers, bridges, and yellow cabs weaving through the streets below. Go early for a quiet sunrise or late for the city’s neon glow. Either way, you’re standing in the middle of a postcard.
Proximity to YOTEL New York Times Square: 15 minute bus ride.
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Katz’s Delicatessen
A New York institution where the sandwiches are as legendary as the history. Order at the counter, take a ticket (don’t lose it), and watch as thick-cut pastrami is piled high on rye. Solo diners fit right in—grab a seat, soak in the no-nonsense service, and taste why Katz’s has been running the show since 1888.
Proximity to YOTEL New York Times Square: 20 minute subway ride.
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Central Park
The city’s green heart beats year-round. Walk, cycle, or just grab a bench and watch the world go by. From the tree-lined Mall to the Bow Bridge and Bethesda Terrace, there’s always a new corner to discover. Whether you’re here for a morning jog or a quiet moment, the park moves at your pace.
Proximity to YOTEL New York Times Square: 12 minute bus, 25 minute walk.
The Guggenheim Museum
Art meets architecture in this spiral wonder. Frank Lloyd Wright’s masterpiece is a work of art itself, with exhibitions that guide you up its winding ramp. Inside, you’ll find everything from Impressionist classics to avant-garde experiments. Perfect for solo explorers—wander, reflect, and take it all in at your own speed.
Proximity to YOTEL New York Times Square: 30 minute bus ride.
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