New York City: map and neighborhoods

Lower Manhattan (below Fourteenth Street) was the earliest to appear on the map of New York, and it was from here that the city began to be built up. When studying the map of New York, note that in Manhattan the streets are numbered from bottom to top, and the avenues are marked with numbers or letters.

Another distinctive feature of New York is the layout of its streets: on the map of Manhattan with hotels — from east to west, while in other parts of the city — from north to south.

Which area of New York to stay in?

For first-time visitors, it’s best to stay in Manhattan — the very heart of New York. Accommodation in Brooklyn and Queens is more affordable, but you’ll need to reach the local attractions by taxi or public transport. When choosing budget accommodation in New York, keep in mind that the Staten Island area has no subway connection, and the bus ride requires a transfer.

There are also budget-friendly lodging options near New York. You can stay in one of the small towns not far from the city. The travel time from there is about the same as from Brooklyn or Queens. Among New Jersey hotels, the most convenient choices are: The Holland Hotel, Jersey City, The Westin Jersey City Newport, Courtyard Jersey City Newport.

Dangerous areas of New York:

The area around Longwood Avenue in the Bronx — there are about 25 crimes per 1,000 residents.

Harlem in Manhattan — a center of unemployment and crime. It’s best to avoid this area in the evening and at night.