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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- Trump Administration and the M.T.A. Clash Over Penn Station Redesign
- Why These Affordable Homes Face a 31% Rent Increase
US News
- Supreme Court Allows Trump to Block Asylum Seekers at Border
- Here’s What It Means to Be a Democratic Socialist
- Senate Democrats Will Train Staff as Election Observers
- Bible Passages May Soon Be Required Reading in Texas Public Schools
- M.I.T. Didn’t Publish an Antisemitism Report. A Professor Wrote His Own.
- Suspect in Kansas City Shootings Found Dead in Basement, Police Say
- Trump Stokes Chaos in Congress as He Huddles With the G.O.P.
World news
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- Venezuela Residents Describe Terror as Deadly Earthquake Struck
- Driver Plows Into Crowd of World Cup Fans in Mexico, Authorities Say
- Iran Threatens Ships in Strait of Hormuz as Marco Rubio Meets Gulf Leaders
- Earthquakes Are Latest Challenge for Venezuelan Leader
- Venezuela Earthquakes Hammer Infrastructure, Making Aid Efforts Harder
- King Charles III to Release Tax Details, a First for Any British Monarch