Day trip ideas from Times Square: Statue of Liberty, Coney Island and more
Yes. From New York Marriott Marquis on Times Square you can reach the Statue of Liberty by subway plus ferry in about 1 hour 11 minutes for a typical half-day trip, and Coney Island by subway in roughly 45–60 minutes for a longer beach-and-boardwalk day. Many other day trips—museums, Central Park, the High Line—are easy by subway or a short walk from the hotel.
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Statue of Liberty: half-day by subway plus ferry
The Statue of Liberty is about 7 miles from Times Square. The usual route from New York Marriott Marquis is subway to the downtown ferry terminals (Battery Park/Liberty Island ferries) then the official Statue of Liberty ferry.
Plan for roughly 1 hour 11 minutes travel time from Times Square by subway plus ferry; that makes the trip a feasible half-day outing if you leave mid-morning and return by early afternoon.
- Start: leave the hotel and walk to Times Sq–42 St or a nearby subway stop.
- Take a downtown subway to South Ferry or Battery Park, then transfer to the Staten Island/Statue ferry departure (ferry ticket required for Liberty Island).
- Bring ID and allow time for ferry security screening; check ferry operator sites for exact schedules.
| Step | Typical time |
|---|---|
| Subway from Times Square to Battery Park | 30–45 minutes |
| Ferry and island visit | 30–60+ minutes (depends on ticket and wait) |
| Return to Times Square | 30–45 minutes |
Coney Island: sun, sand and the boardwalk
Coney Island (including Brighton Beach) fronts the Atlantic and is about 14 miles from Times Square. The subway ride on the D, F, N or Q trains is commonly 45–60 minutes from midtown, making it a popular full-day outing.
Expect a flat subway fare; plan for more time if you travel by taxi or rideshare. Once there, the boardwalk, free public beach and amusement area make for a relaxed contrast to midtown Manhattan.
- Subway lines: D, F, N or Q toward Brooklyn/Coney Island.
- Boardwalk and beach access are free; amusement rides, food and some attractions charge separately.
- Consider checking weather in advance—summer is busiest and best for swimming.
| Option | Typical travel time | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Subway (D/F/N/Q) | 45–60 minutes | Flat subway fare; direct trains from midtown |
| Taxi/Rideshare | 25–40 minutes | Time varies with traffic; more expensive |
| Combination (subway + walk) | 45–70 minutes | Useful if switching lines or visiting Brighton Beach |
Museums, Central Park and uptown options
The Metropolitan Museum of Art, the Guggenheim and the American Museum of Natural History are reachable by a straightforward subway ride or a 15–25 minute taxi from Times Square. Central Park is roughly a 15-minute walk north of the hotel for a short stroll or picnic.
These make comfortable half-day or full-day trips depending on how many museums you want to visit and whether you combine them with a Central Park stop.
- Central Park: about 15 minutes on foot from the hotel.
- Metropolitan Museum / Guggenheim: subway or taxi northward; allocate several hours for the Met.
- American Museum of Natural History: across Central Park on the Upper West Side; plan for exhibits and special-ticketed shows.
| Destination | Typical access from hotel |
|---|---|
| Central Park | 15-minute walk north |
| The Met (Upper East Side) | Subway or taxi; allow 20–30 minutes |
| AMNH (Upper West Side) | Subway or taxi; allow 20–30 minutes |
Broadway, Times Square and short walks
New York Marriott Marquis sits directly on Times Square between West 45th and 46th Streets, so Broadway theaters, neon signs and many restaurants are immediate walking options. A Broadway theater is built into the hotel building and several others are within a few blocks.
For an evening you can walk back to the hotel after a show and stop at one of the on-site dining venues if you prefer to stay on property.
- Nearest theaters include the Minskoff, Richard Rodgers, Music Box, Shubert, Imperial and New Amsterdam within about 0.1–0.2 miles.
- Ticket and tour assistance is available through the hotel's concierge and front desk.
- Walking time to nearby Rockefeller Center or Bryant Park is about 5 minutes.
| Nearby Spot | Approx. walk time |
|---|---|
| Rockefeller Center | 5 minutes |
| Bryant Park | 5–10 minutes |
| Top of the Rock | About 10 minutes |
Getting around: subway, taxi and hotel help
The hotel sits steps from major subway hubs (Times Sq–42 St and nearby stops) with many lines serving midtown and both uptown and downtown destinations. Subway travel is usually the fastest, most predictable way to reach day-trip sites within the city.
The hotel does not provide an airport shuttle; for larger transit needs the property can assist with tour and ticket arrangements. Taxis and rideshares are widely available from outside the hotel.
- Nearby subway lines include A, C, E, 1, 2, 3, N, Q, R, W, 7 and others at Times Sq–42 St and 49 St stations.
- No hotel airport shuttle is offered; ground transfers or AIRLINK can be arranged separately.
- Allow more time for taxi/rideshare during peak traffic hours.
| Trip | Typical transit option |
|---|---|
| Statue of Liberty | Subway to ferry terminals then ferry |
| Coney Island | Direct subway lines (D, F, N, Q) |
| Uptown museums/Central Park | Subway or short taxi |
Return and dining options at the hotel
After a day out you can return to a variety of on-site dining choices. The View Restaurant, Bar and Lounge on the 47th–48th floors offers skyline dining (the Lounge is walk-in for cocktails; the Dining Room takes reservations).
Revel & Rye and Broadway Lounge on the 8th floor provide additional breakfast, lunch, dinner and late-night options—useful if you want to dine without leaving the building.
- The View Restaurant, Bar and Lounge: revolving restaurant on 47th–48th floors; reservations for the Dining Room are available and the Lounge is walk-in for cocktails.
- Revel & Rye Bar & Restaurant: open daily for breakfast through late-night service.
- Broadway Lounge: wood-fired pizzas and Times Square views; Perch Outdoor Terraces (8th-floor terrace) is seasonal and may be closed at times.
| Venue | Typical uses |
|---|---|
| The View Restaurant, Bar and Lounge | Dinner, weekend brunch, cocktails with skyline views |
| Revel & Rye | Breakfast, lunch, dinner, bar service |
| Broadway Lounge | Pre-show drinks, pizza, cocktails |
