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
New York Regional News
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- Chaos on Mamdani’s Doorstep: ‘We’ve Never Had Anything Like This Here’
- A Homemade Bomb at Gracie Mansion Unsettles New York
- Who Are the Men Accused of Bringing Homemade Bombs to Gracie Mansion?
- Can a Populist Democrat Flip New York City’s Only G.O.P. House Seat?
US News
- Senate Moves Toward Passing Sweeping Housing Bill, but Challenges Lie Ahead
- Gov. Kay Ivey Commutes Death Sentence of Charles ‘Sonny’ Burton
- Kennedy to Undergo Rotator Cuff Surgery
- D.C. Bar Begins Disciplinary Proceedings Against Ed Martin
- Smartmatic Says It’s a Target of Vindictive Prosecution by Trump
- San Francisco Bay Area Residents Weigh Possibility of BART Reductions
- Democrats Sued to Find Out Whether Trump Will Send Armed Officers to Election Sites
World news
- Higher Oil Prices Could Put the Fed in a Bind as Unemployment Rises
- Cancer Haunts Neighbors of Canada’s Oil Sands Wastelands
- Black Rain and Health Fears After Strikes on Iran Fuel Depots
- ‘Nothing Will Remain of Tehran,’ Iranians Say Amid Heavy Bombing
- Nearly 700,000 Displaced by War in Lebanon, U.N. Says
- Here’s the latest.
- U.S. Eases Limits on Russian Energy as Oil Prices Soar