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
- F.B.I. Launches Manhunt for Youth Volleyball Coach Accused of Sex Abuse
- Contours of NYC’s Pied-à-Terre Tax Begin to Take Shape
- N.Y.C. Doormen and Building Owners Reach an Agreement to Avert a Strike
- NJ Transit Confirms It Will Charge $150 for Train Tickets During the World Cup
- Ex-N.Y.P.D. Sergeant Granted Bail as He Appeals Manslaughter Conviction
US News
- Optimism Rises for Iran Talks, but Hard Work Awaits
- Prosecutor Withdraws From Trump Team’s Investigation of Ex-CIA Director John O. Brennan
- Federal Appeals Court Opens Door to Moving Trans Inmates Under Trump Gender Order
- Obama Urges Virginians to Vote ‘Yes’ on Redistricting Referendum
- Standoff Ends Over Chicago Teachers’ Union Push to Cancel Class for May Day
- Trump Is Urged to Act on Iranian Site Feared Impervious to Airstrikes
- House Votes to Extend Expiring FISA Surveillance Law for 10 Days
World news
- New PEPFAR Data Show Worrying Declines in Testing and Treatment for H.I.V.
- Live Updates: Thousands of Lebanese Try to Head Home After Israel-Lebanon Truce
- ‘I Just Want to Be Back’: Thousands Rush South in Lebanon Under Cease-Fire
- Iran War Live Updates: Hopes for Peace Deal Rise After Iran Says Strait Is Open
- Trump Frames Iran War as All but Over in Optimistic Social Media Flurry
- Amid Conflicting Messages From Trump and Iran, Hopes for Peace Deal Emerge
- Iran says the Strait of Hormuz is open, but adds that it is still under Tehran’s supervision.