Things to do within walking distance of New York Marriott Marquis
New York Marriott Marquis sits directly on Times Square at 1535 Broadway, putting Times Square, dozens of Broadway theaters and major Midtown attractions within easy walking distance. From the hotel's door you can walk to Broadway shows, Rockefeller Center/Top of the Rock, Bryant Park and many subway lines for further exploring.
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Times Square and Broadway theaters
Step outside the hotel onto Times Square—the hotel is located directly on the square between West 45th and 46th Streets. The neon signs, street performers and the energy of the intersection are immediately accessible from the hotel's entrance.
A Broadway theater is built into the hotel building, and the New York Marriott Marquis is surrounded by nearby houses including the Minskoff, Richard Rodgers, Music Box, Shubert, Imperial and New Amsterdam Theatres. This makes the hotel a practical base for seeing evening performances without long walks afterward.
- Theatre options: Minskoff, Richard Rodgers, Music Box, Shubert, Imperial, New Amsterdam
- Hotel location: 1535 Broadway (Times Square/Theater District)
- Ideal for: pre- or post-show drinks and quick returns to your room
| What to expect | Why it helps |
|---|---|
| Immediate access to multiple Broadway theatres | Less transit time on show nights |
| Hotel contains one theatre space | You can stay on-site for certain shows |
| Times Square atmosphere | Street-level entertainment & photos any time |
On-site dining: The View, Broadway Lounge and Revel & Rye
The hotel offers several on-site venues that cover breakfast through late-night dining. The View Restaurant, Bar and Lounge is the property's revolving rooftop venue on the 47th (Dining Room) and 48th (Lounge) floors; the Lounge is generally walk-in and the Dining Room accepts reservations.
Revel & Rye (8th floor) serves breakfast, lunch and dinner with an American, New York-inspired menu and an extensive whiskey and wine selection. Broadway Lounge (8th floor) offers floor-to-ceiling Times Square views, cocktails and wood-fired pizzas; the adjacent Perch Outdoor Terraces may be closed seasonally.
- The View: revolving dining room and lounge; Dining Room reservations available, Lounge walk-in (47th/48th floors)
- Revel & Rye: open daily for breakfast through bar service (8th floor)
- Broadway Lounge: cocktails, pizzas and Times Square views; Perch Outdoor Terraces used seasonally
| Venue | Typical service |
|---|---|
| The View Restaurant, Bar and Lounge | Dinner & weekend brunch (Dining Room); bar & cocktails (Lounge) |
| Revel & Rye | Breakfast, lunch, dinner and bar service |
| Broadway Lounge | Cocktails, pizzas; good for pre-show drinks |
Top Midtown sights within walking distance
Several Midtown attractions are an easy walk from the hotel. Rockefeller Center and the Top of the Rock observation deck are commonly listed as about a 10-minute walk north; Bryant Park is also nearby for a quick outdoor break.
Central Park is roughly a 15-minute walk north of the hotel if you want a longer stroll into green space. The hotel also lists Radio City Music Hall, NBC Studios and the Empire State Building among nearby points of interest.
- Top of the Rock / Rockefeller Center: about a 10-minute walk
- Bryant Park: short walk for seating, seasonal events and food kiosks
- Central Park: roughly 15 minutes on foot from Times Square
| Attraction | Walking note |
|---|---|
| Rockefeller Center / Top of the Rock | About a 10-minute walk (north) |
| Bryant Park | Short walk from the hotel |
| Central Park | Roughly a 15-minute walk north |
Marquis Fitness Center and hotel amenities
The Marquis Fitness Center is on the 23rd floor and is open 24/7 to guests with key-card access. The reimagined 4,000 sq ft space includes treadmills, Peloton bikes, cross-trainers, strength equipment, a functional training area and filtered water stations.
Other guest services include a 24-hour front desk, multilingual staff, luggage storage, express check-in/out, a business center and tours and ticket assistance. The property does not have an on-site pool or an on-site spa according to aggregated hotel info sources.
- Fitness: 24/7 Marquis Fitness Center (treadmills, Peloton, strength zone) — complimentary for guests
- Front desk: 24-hour service, express check-in/out and multilingual staff
- No on-site pool and no on-site spa listed by multiple independent sources
| Service | What to expect |
|---|---|
| Fitness Center | 4,000 sq ft, key-card access, complimentary for guests |
| Front desk & support | 24-hour desk, luggage storage and tours/ticket assistance |
| Pool / Spa | Property lists no on-site pool; independent aggregators report no spa |
Getting around: subways, day trips and transit hubs
Major subway lines and stations are within a short walk. Times Sq-42 St and nearby stations serve many lines (including 1, 2, 3, 7, A, C, E, N, Q, R, W and others), and the 49 St station is a few minutes away, making Midtown transit access convenient.
For day trips, the hotel cites easy subway access to places like the Statue of Liberty (subway plus ferry), the High Line and downtown neighborhoods. Penn Station, Grand Central and the Port Authority Bus Terminal are also reachable via short subway rides or a longer walk.
- Nearby stations: Times Sq-42 St hub and 49 St station for multiple lines
- Day trips: Statue of Liberty (subway + ferry), High Line and SoHo reachable by subway
- Intercity hubs: Penn Station (~1 mile) and Grand Central reachable by subway
| Station / Hub | Notes |
|---|---|
| Times Sq-42 St | Major subway hub with many lines; a short walk from the hotel |
| 49 St | About a 3-minute walk to nearby station |
| Penn Station / Grand Central | Reachable by subway for regional rail connections |
Suites, room types and family practicalities
The New York Marriott Marquis offers a range of room types and suite options that suit families and business travelers. Room names in the property's inventory include Room, 1 King Bed (Times Square View Room), Room, 2 Double Beds (Times Square View Room), Deluxe Room, Premier Room, with Sofa bed, Corner and multiple suite types such as Deluxe Suite, 1 Bedroom and Executive Suite, with Sofa bed (M Club Lounge Access).
Families may book the Family Room, Multiple Beds and Family Room, Multiple Beds, Corner when they need extra sleeping space. The hotel's policy notes that children of all ages are welcome; however, the guest checking in must be at least 21 years old and children 12 and older are charged as adults on many booking channels.
- Room examples (exact names): Room, 1 King Bed (Times Square View Room); Room, 2 Double Beds (Times Square View Room); Deluxe Room; Premier Room, with Sofa bed, Corner
- Suites: Deluxe Suite, 1 Bedroom; Executive Suite, with Sofa bed (M Club Lounge Access)
- Family options: Family Room, Multiple Beds; Family Room, Multiple Beds, Corner
| Guest need | Room types to consider |
|---|---|
| Solo or couple wanting city view | Room, 1 King Bed (Times Square View Room); Deluxe Room |
| Family needing extra beds | Family Room, Multiple Beds or Family Room, Multiple Beds, Corner |
| Club lounge access / larger suite | Executive Suite, with Sofa bed (M Club Lounge Access) |
