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!
US News
- V.A. Begins Drive to Put Homeless Veterans Into Guardianship
- 17 Democratic States Sue Over Trump Demand Colleges Provide Race Data
- At Least 2 Killed as Tornadoes Hit Illinois and Indiana
- Thune Is in a Vise as Trump and the Far Right Demand a Fight on SAVE America Act
- Slavery Photos of Renty Get a ‘Final Resting Place,’ Ending a Fight With Harvard
- Joe Rogan Says Trump’s Supporters Feel ‘Betrayed’ by Iran War
- U.S. at Fault in Strike on School in Iran, Preliminary Inquiry Says
World news
- Here’s the latest.
- Iran holds a public mourning ceremony for commanders killed by strikes.
- At Least 3 Ships Are Struck Around Strait of Hormuz, and Iran Claims One
- Iran’s Retaliatory Strikes Appear to Be Slowing
- Israel sends an extra infantry battalion to Lebanon’s border.
- One Member of Iranian Soccer Squad Abandons Asylum Bid in Australia
- Iran Has Fired Widely Banned Cluster Munitions at Israel