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!
New York Regional News
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- What to Know About the Cold Snap in NYC This Weekend
- Landlord Accused of Offering Rent-Stabilized Apartments as Hotel Rooms
- Smaller N.Y.C. Classes Will Cost Millions. Can Mamdani Pull It Off?
- U.S. Judge Says Trump Cannot Halt Funding for Gateway Tunnel Project
US News
- Pelosi to Endorse Jack Schlossberg, Again Backing a Kennedy for Congress
- Nithya Raman Announces She Will Run for Los Angeles Mayor
- Why ICE Raids in Minneapolis Are Driving Up Demand for Guns
- Why Trump’s Calls to ‘Nationalize’ Voting Have Raised Midterm Fears
- Santa Clara, One of California’s Oldest Cities, Is Hosting the Super Bowl
- Prosecutors Began Investigating Renee Good’s Killing. Washington Told Them to Stop.
- Demanding Support for Trump, Justice Dept. Struggles to Recruit Prosecutors
World news
- Saudis Announce New Investments in Syria, a Sign of Deepening Ties
- Roland Huntford, Lore-Debunking Historian of Polar Exploration, Dies at 98
- A Mosque Bombing Undercuts Pakistan’s Bid for Security
- Trump Reverts to Diplomacy With Iran, but the Road Is Narrow
- Russian Strikes Pummel Ukraine’s Power Grid
- Vanity Fair
- At the Olympics, the Canada-U.S. Hockey Rivalry Heats Up