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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- How the Stars of 6 Tony-Nominated Broadway Shows Get Into Character
- Inside Jack Schlossberg’s Chaotic Campaign to Revive Camelot
- What Could One Banana Cost? $10? Maybe for You, Some Fear.
US News
- Prospect of Alex Murdaugh Retrial Puts Rural South Carolina Back in Spotlight
- Why the Migrant Child Crisis Is Roiling the California Governor Race
- Will Her Daughter Be Safe at Pali High as It Rebuilds From LA Wildfires?
- Bo French Challenges Texas Oil Regulator in GOP Runoff
- What It’s Like to Own a Tank or Other Former Military Vehicles
- Uyghurs Hope Trump Returns to First-Term Toughness at Xi Meeting
- Eric Trump, Who Runs the Family Business, Hops Along on the Plane to China
World news
- Live Updates: China’s Xi Warns Trump on Taiwan at Beijing Summit
- Elon Musk Returns to Trump’s Side in Beijing
- Argentina Races To Find Origin of Hantavirus Outbreak
- Can Some Very Tiny Particles Cool the Planet? One Tech Company Says Yes.
- Cecilia Flores Became the Voice of Mexican Mothers
- Russia Pummels Kyiv After Putin Hints That War Could End Soon
- China Restores Beef Trade With U.S. as Goodwill Gesture for Trump Visit