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
- Queens to host nearly a dozen free World Cup watch parties
- State lawmakers fail to advance bills that would grow NY’s Supreme Court
- “We Just Want Our Day In Court:” Anti-Casino Lawsuit Drags On Over Venue Fight
- Queens Rez Weigh IBX at Ridgewood Expo
- Ridgewood Playground to Receive Community-Led Mural
US News
- Rep. Kevin Kiley, Independent, to Face Richard Pan in California House Race
- Trial Begins for Man Accused of Sparking Palisades Fire
- The Knicks Are Hogging the Spotlight. Spurs Fans Aren’t Impressed.
- The Battle for the Senate Could Come Down to Hopes and Fears in Maine
- Life Inside an ICE Detention Facility
- Bees Are Swarming Earlier: What to Do if You’re Attacked
- How Trump’s Team Navigated the Epstein Files Without Him
World news
- Pope Leo Is Blessing the Sagrada Familia in Barcelona. To Some, the Church Is a Curse.
- Iran War Live Updates: U.S. and Iran Trade Strikes in New Test of Cease-Fire
- Night of Violence Grips Belfast After Stabbing Attack
- Visiting a Soldier’s Funeral in Ukraine
- Need a U.S. Visa and Want to Skip a 12-Month Line? That’ll Be $750
- On the Eve of the World Cup, U.S. Immigration Policy Turns Some Away
- Argentina’s World Cup Sticker Albums Are a Low-Tech Craze Immune to the Digital Revolution