Broadway
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Midtown Manhattan is home to one of the world's most famous theatre districts, with iconic musicals and well-loved plays staged live at over 40 theatres.
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  • Jeffry b
    Essendon, Australia13,820 contributions
    See you on Broadway
    Broadway is a very long street that begins in Lower Manhattan, then runs north for almost the entire length of Manhattan Island. Features of Broadway include Trinity Church, which is at the corner of Wall St and Broadway. Alexander Hamilton is buried in the Trinity Church graveyard. Around Times Square, Broadway lights up at night. In this area, "Broadway" means the theatrical district, and the phrase "on Broadway" may not mean exactly that. Broadway at night is a marvelous experience of glitz and glamor. One well-known feature is the Naked Cowboy, who can usually be found performing in Times Square.
    Visited November 2022
    Written December 24, 2022
  • Jenny G
    14 contributions
    Saw many shows, worth the money!
    Saw The Rockettes Christmas Spectacular which was ....spectacular! Saw The Play That Goes Wrong which was so hilarious. Probably our fave! Saw the Blue Man Group which was interactive and full of variety. Simple intriguing and delightful. See Broadway and experience. No regrets!!
    Visited December 2022
    Written January 14, 2023
  • chio888
    Cancun, Mexico3 contributions
    Everything I hoped for
    I went basically to watch 2 Brodway shows. The Phantom of the opera, which I've wanted to watch for more than 20 years and it is ending in April. And Funny Girl, since I am a big fan of the 1968 movie and Lea Michele fan, and she will be playing the role only until May.
    Visited February 2023
    Written February 24, 2023
  • veteran_vacationer
    Elgin, Illinois16 contributions
    A Fun Experience Day or Night
    I stumbled across the iconic "Broadway/Times Square" by accident on my way to a shoe store. The buildings and video boards are amazing. The people watching was great as well. My first experience there was during the day, and it was just as impressive as when I went back the next evening. Any time is a great time to see this.
    Visited March 2023
    Written March 15, 2023
  • JoeNathan9249
    Saint Paul, Minnesota6,061 contributions
    Fascinating street - runs through heart of Theater district
    This is one of the great streets in a great city. It runs from the top to bottom of Manhattan. Walking along it, you see some of the best & worst of America. Strongly recommend walking this street while in NYC.
    Visited April 2023
    Written April 11, 2023
  • David S
    Middlesbrough, United Kingdom1,712 contributions
    ICONIC AND MANIC
    Primarily in Midtown, the area is both frantic and mesmerising at the same time. A relatively easy 20 minute walk from the cruise ship terminal and well worth the effort to get there to soak up the ambiance. My wife and I visited New York for two days as part of a larger trip and really enjoyed the opportunity to visit Broadway. The number of big show events is staggering.
    Visited May 2023
    Traveled as a couple
    Written June 9, 2023
  • Thomas V
    Oakland, California16,384 contributions
    New Little Parklets
    This diagonal street crosses much of Manhattan and takes you through many neighborhoods. One recent excellent change is the creation of little plazas that are closed to traffic right in the middle of big intersections. Chairs and tables and you have an instant cafe in the middle of a lot of activity. Brilliant! Check out Herald Square.
    Visited May 2023
    Written July 30, 2023
  • Eyekaytoo
    Leverkusen, Germany2,996 contributions
    Busy, busy, busy
    We came here a couple of times back in June to take in the overall atmosphere and all the billboards advertising the latest shows on this famous part of Manhattan. It's all pretty busy here at most times of the day. In the evenings you have theatre guests milling around as they move to the shows they decided to see. I went to the Golden Theatre earlier in the day to see if they had any of the advertised cheaper seats to see Jodie Cromer in Prima Facie. They hadn't... I, for one, found the ticket prices ridiculously expensive. But that didn't stop my son shelling out on a ticket to see the Lion King at the Minksoff theatre. He enjoyed this musical immensely and even bought some of the merchandises. The streets around here are bustling with many street vendors selling fast food, drinks etc. All very lively.
    Visited June 2023
    Written August 13, 2023
  • Suzanna
    1 contribution
    Fantastic!
    My partner and I went to go and see Six whilst staying in New York. I absolutely loved it! The music was fantastic and the girls were extremely talented. It is not your typical theatre show as there are not any prop/costume changes. However, it is really fun and an easy watch musical. I thoroughly recommend and I would happily see it again!
    Visited August 2023
    Traveled as a couple
    Written August 16, 2023
  • therichastill
    Stevenage, United Kingdom2,549 contributions
    Fame, Fame, Fatal Fame
    Broadway is a road you automatically associate with Times Square and theatres. Indeed it bisects 42nd Street and this is where Times Square is located and it is in the theatre district but the road goes much longer. It starts in Union Square further South and goes to Columbus Circle and then up the Upper West Side to Washington Heights. There are lots different things to see as you go along the road depending on whereabouts in the city you are.
    Visited October 2023
    Traveled solo
    Written November 1, 2023
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Highlandfling1
Northern Ireland, UK91 contributions
Jan 2020
Plenty of places to see a superb musical around the world but maybe nowhere better than here in New York City - Broadway - the place to be. Saw Tina and Phantom and so professionally done. Tip - go the Time Square on the morning that you plan to see a musical and look out for the red TKTS sign near the steps of Time Square for discounted prices.
Written January 30, 2020
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Jools2222
Norwich, UK30 contributions
Jan 2020
Went to the Majestic Theatre to see Phantom of the Opera, amazing. Truly moving and emotional. Great performance. We went to the Box office on the Monday and bought tickets for the Tuesday matinee, $50 each, bargain. Good seats, could see it all and felt we got the whole Broadway experience.
Written January 14, 2020
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Kavo85
Dublin, Ireland806 contributions
Mar 2020 • Couples
There is an abundance of theatres and various shows ongoing along Broadway at all times.

We had intended to see a show , any show, however we found the cost of same to be excessive even for the lower end tickets so we gave it a miss.

That said, I can see the appeal for many and its certainly does draw you in even if you have little interest in musicals.
Written March 10, 2020
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Havana_Blast
Bromborough, UK466 contributions
Dec 2019
Any trip to New York should include a Broadway Show, and when your daughter is studying Musical Theatrethen maybe two.
We had booked to see Phantom using Attraction Tickets Direct having previously used them for theme park tickets in Florida. We didn't know where our seats would be until the night of the show, tickets collected from box office, all we knew was that we would be in the orchestra stalls. Turned out that our tickets were in the second row and what a superb experience it was.

My wife and youngest also went to see Beetlejuice on another night and thoroughly enjoyed that too. Even just walking around at night and soaking up the atmosphere is an experience although doing it in December just before Christmas it was absolutely freezing.
Written May 20, 2020
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ayresomelad
Thornaby on Tees, UK176 contributions
Feb 2020 • Couples
If you are easily offended do not see this show. My wife and I are not and we lived it. At the Eugene O'Neil theatre drinks are a bit pricy but you get a good view and the acoustics are really good, so good my wife thought the show was lip synced. A funny show, not too long to wait for a drink. Buy your tickets beforehand to avoid disappointment.
Written February 7, 2020
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Mina L
Los Angeles, CA66 contributions
Mar 2020
What a great musical to watch with my son on our trip to NYC. There's plenty of musicals to choose from.
When we first arrive in NYC we stopped by Times Square and walked to the ticket booth of the musical we wanted to see later in our trip. There were plenty of seats available for the show we wanted to catch couple days later.
Westside Story was the first Broadway musical for my teen boy and I was so ecstatic to be there and watch the show with him. One of mom's pleasures to spend magical first moments with their children. As they grow up, there won't be enough of these precious moments. My own memory of when my dad took me to NYC as a teen, was my first Gucci purse from 5th avenue. Needless to say, we bypassed 5th avenue on this trip. Perhaps on a next trip to NYC perhaps my son will take me to a show or 5th avenue..... A mom can dream.
Written June 30, 2020
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Ajay R
Bengaluru, India138 contributions
Dec 2019
A visit to NY is not complete till you have seen one of the shows on Broadway. The main road & a few of the by lanes have many theatrs where musicals, comedy & classic shows are played throughout the year.
Some of the shows are running for ages & still are packed throughout the year.
Written January 3, 2020
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Nick S
Leigh, UK288 contributions
Dec 2019 • Couples
The Majestic Theatre 🎭 on Broadway in NYC, we were desperate to see a show whilst we were on holiday especially as it was winter in NYC. We went to TKTS and managed to get circle tickets to watch Phantom of the Opera at The Majestic Theatre on Broadway. Oh what a night, oh what a show..... it was truly out of this world. We have seen the show before at the opera house in Manchester but this surpassed anything we could have imagined. From entering the theatre to leaving the after the show it was amazing. It is a must do when you go, catch a show in Broadway 🎭
Written January 6, 2020
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George_Arlyn
Manama, Bahrain51 contributions
Dec 2019
Great experience, good seats fro $102 in side of front mezzanine (good view). Booked them with Headout and got around $40 off. Tickets were collected 10 yards from theatre entrance which was a worry but okay in the end. Had a pre-threatre meal in the Indian across the road. Busy but decent enough food.

At intermission ordered 2 very small bottles of water for $12. I'd rather they add $6 to the ticket and say there's a free bottle of water than show you they are robbing you. Maybe it's because I'm Scottish !

Written January 10, 2020
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jgbtravels
Louisville, KY3,445 contributions
Dec 2021 • Couples
This is why we come to NYC. No other city compares to New York when it comes to theatre. The talent and productions are unsurpassed. We actually saw 4 plays while there. Every performance was stellar including the very powerful “Thoughts of a Colored Man”. It’s a bit under the radar now but good seats can be had for a discount(Playbill.com). We were actually 3 tow center for our performance, well worth your time and money. Of course we also saw “To Kill a Mockingbird” for the second time. We enjoyed more this time. “Ain’t Too Proud” and Mrs. Doubtfire were equally entertaining and worth the money. Of course we found discounts on Playbill and TheatreMania that saved us money. Remember Broadway in New York separates this city from all others(including London). There is no equal.
Written December 19, 2021
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