Times Square is a major commercial intersection, tourist destination, entertainment hub, and neighborhood in Midtown Manhattan, New York City, at the junction of Broadway and Seventh Avenue. Times Square is sometimes referred to as “The Crossroads of the World”, “The Center of the Universe”, “the heart of the world”, and “the most famous intersection in the world”. One of the world’s busiest pedestrian areas, it is also the hub of the Broadway Theater District and a major center of the world’s entertainment industry. Times Square is one of the most visited tourist attractions in the world, drawing an estimated 50 million visitors annually.
Visitor fee:
There is no fee to visit Times Square. However, there are a number of attractions in the area that charge admission, such as the TKTS booth, the Broadway Museum and Theater Center, and the Madame Tussauds Wax Museum.
Transportation:
Times Square is easily accessible by public transportation. The subway has four stations in Times Square: Times Square–42nd Street (1, 2, 3, 7, N, Q, R, S, and W trains), Times Square–42nd Street (A, C, E trains), Times Square–47th Street (IND Eighth Avenue Line), and Times Square–50th Street (Broadway–Seventh Avenue Line). There are also a number of buses that stop in Times Square.
Things to do:
There are a number of things to do in Times Square, including:
List of Activities:
Here are some of the activities that you can do in Times Square:
Why people enjoy coming here:
People enjoy coming to Times Square for its bright lights, its Broadway shows, and its vibrant atmosphere. Times Square is a popular tourist destination and is a must-see for anyone visiting New York City.
How old is this place:
Times Square was originally known as Longacre Square. The name was changed to Times Square in 1904 when the New York Times moved its headquarters to the square.
Additional nearby attractions: