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
- New York City Forecast to See More Snow and then Bitter Cold
- Woman Charged With Assaulting 3 Muslims in Brooklyn, Including Girl, 12
- Who Is That Masked Man? The Orchids Aren’t Telling.
- A Stunning ‘King Lear’ That Reveals, Finally, a King in Full
- Should Nazi Sympathizers Be Honored on City Sidewalks?
US News
- Savannah Guthrie Addresses Mother’s Abductor: ‘We Are Ready to Talk’
- White House Offers Shifting Story on Gabbard’s Presence at Georgia Raid
- Los Angeles Civic Leader Austin Beutner Drops Out of Mayor’s Race
- TrumpRx Is Set to Go Live on Thursday
- How to Survive a Fall Through the Ice
- Secretary Rubio Gives Up Role as Acting U.S. Archivist
- Trump Strips Job Protections From Thousands of Federal Workers
World news
- At a Bonobo’s ‘Tea Party,’ Scientists Find Hints of Imagination
- How We Know Iran Crushed Protests with Lethal Force
- Carney Increases E.V. Investments as Trump’s Trade Policy Disrupts Canada’s Auto Industry
- LA Olympics Chief Keeps Low Profile in Milan Games After Appearing in Epstein Files
- The Louvre Thieves Dropped This Priceless Crown. Now It Looks Like This.
- What to Know About the Disappearance of Savannah Guthrie’s Mom, Nancy
- U.S. and Iran to Hold Talks in Oman on Friday