Welcome to Queens
Discover Queens
Things to Do
Queens may not boast Brooklyn’s star power or Manhattan’s iconic skyline, but this western Long Island gem was a hotspot long before the other boroughs stole the spotlight. Spanning 73,000 acres, it’s packed with history, culture, and hidden treasures. Here are 34 great ways to experience the best of Queens.
Museums
Queens is home to some of New York City’s most diverse and dynamic museums. From contemporary art at MoMA PS1 to history and innovation at the Queens Museum and New York Hall of Science, there’s something for everyone. Each museum offers a unique window into the borough’s creative and multicultural spirit.
Where to Stay
Queens is fast becoming a top destination for visitors to New York City, with over 100 hotels and many more being built. Its growing appeal comes from its diversity, vibrant art scene, nightlife, and global cuisine. To help you choose, we’ve compiled a guide to our favorite Queens hotels.
Queens Neighborhoods
Queens, the largest of New York City’s five boroughs, is home to over 2 million people. Its rich diversity shines in neighborhoods like Little India, Little Guyana, and Little Greece, where festivals and parades celebrate cultures from around the world.
Famous People
Queens is the hometown of many well-known and talented individuals. Celebrities like Donald Trump, Ray Romano, and Fran Drescher all hail from this dynamic area. Explore our list of famous people from Queens to see who else got their start here!
Latest News from Queens
- Local Businesses Can Drive More Sales on Instagram in 2026 Website
- Retail theft ring that stole $2.2 mil from Home Depot busted
- Progressive battle brews in 34th Assembly District
- Families, attorneys and lawmakers slam ‘cruel’ Rikers visiting process
- Queens Surrogate’s Court judge reflects on first year on bench
New York Regional News
- Why New York Has Backed Off on Addressing Climate Change
- With Prices Soaring, Can New York Survive as a Mecca for the Arts?
- U.S. Rabbis React to Deadly Hanukkah Attack in Sydney
- Arthur L. Carter, 93, Dies; Investment Banker Founded a Cheeky Newspaper
- New York City Gets Its First Big Snowfall of the Season
US News
- Hollywood Stars Pay Tribute to Rob Reiner
- Michele Singer Reiner: A Photographer Who Changed Movie History
- Officials Renew Search for Brown University Shooter After Releasing Person of Interest
- Here’s the latest.
- Trial to Start for Judge Accused of Helping Undocumented Immigrant Evade Agents
- Trump’s Diversity Rollback Ends Crucial Aid for Deafblind Children Like Annie Garner
- What We Know About Rob Reiner and His Death
World news
- Louvre Museum Staff Go on Daylong Strike, Shutting Out Tourists
- Hong Kong Media Tycoon Jimmy Lai’s Conviction Was Years in the Making
- ‘Don’t Feed the Pig’: The Anti-Corruption Call That Helped Topple a Government
- How the Bondi Beach Shooting Unfolded
- Ahmed el Ahmed, Who Tackled One of the Bondi Beach Gunmen, Is Recovering in Hospital
- Zelensky Meets U.S. Envoys in Berlin in New Round of Ukraine Peace Talks
- Live Updates: Australian Police Plan to Charge Suspect in Bondi Massacre