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 Community Board 1 Votes in Favor of 31 St Bike Lane After Grueling Public Hearing
- Queens man sentenced to 115 years in prison for killing cop
- NY-6 Candidate Chuck Park Slams Billionaires, Casinos at Town Hall
- Hexarelin: Expanding Theoretical Horizons in Peptide-Driven Research Systems
- Queens to host free fan World Cup watch party
New York Regional News
- New York City Announces Proposed Designs for Park Avenue Overhaul
- Charles, Camilla and a Pooh Gift for the N.Y. Public Library
- In First Campaign Ad, Schlossberg Leans on a Well-Known Name: Pelosi
- A Parking Dispute Where the Judges Aren’t Exactly Impartial
- King Charles and Queen Camilla to Visit New York’s 9/11 Memorial
US News
- Judge Asks Justice Department: Will You Oppose Trump?
- Supreme Court Considers Trump’s Plan to Revoke Deportation Protections
- San Antonio Poverty Rate Remains High Despite Rapid Growth, Census Data Shows
- He Defied the State to Fortify His Mansion. Now He Wants to Be Governor.
- A.I. Bots Told Scientists How to Make Biological Weapons
- Takeaways From the California Governor Debate at Pomona College
- More Than 120 Foreign Leaders Have Addressed Congress. Not Many Have Been Kings.
World news
- Loss of Emirates Further Weakens OPEC’s Influence
- Paraguay Says It’s Not Abandoning Taiwan. China Has Other Plans.
- Epstein Obtained Objects From Islam’s Holiest Site for His Island ‘Mosque’
- Meta Charged With Failing to Keep Children Off Instagram and Facebook in Europe
- Iraq’s Prime Minister-Designate Thrust Into U.S.-Iran Power Struggle
- Gallows Humor Provides Respite From Mideast Wars
- Global Deforestation Slows, W.R.I. Report Finds. But Wildfires Are Taking a Toll.