Nowhere on Earth glows like Times Square after dark. Millions of lights, giant screens, music and energy — it is the beating heart of New York, and even lifelong New Yorkers feel a thrill when they walk through it at night.
Located where Broadway meets Seventh Avenue, between 42nd and 47th Streets in Midtown Manhattan, Times Square is one of the world’s most visited places, welcoming tens of millions of people every year. Street performers, costumed characters and the famous red steps of Father Duffy Square make every visit a show in itself.
Strolling through it is completely free, and the surrounding Broadway Theater District is home to legendary musicals and plays. The giant billboards, the crowds and the buzz create an atmosphere you simply cannot find anywhere else on the planet.
It is ideal for night owls, teenagers and first-time visitors. Practical tip: visit at night when the lights are at their brightest, climb the red TKTS steps for the classic photo, and keep your belongings close in the crowds. Combine it with a walk down Broadway for the full Midtown experience.
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