Welcome to Upper East Side
An upscale area that is known for its luxurious boutiques, eateries, and storefronts.
The Upper East Side, located between East 59 Street, Central Park, East 96th Street, and the East River, is home to numerous famous New York attractions, including the Museum Mile and The Metropolitan Museum of Art. It is also an exclusive residential neighborhood filled with gorgeous storefronts, upscale boutiques, and mouth-watering restaurants located between stunning townhouses and apartment buildings. This large neighborhood is also made up of numerous smaller sub-neighborhoods, including Yorkville, Carnegie Hill, and Lenox Hill.
What to Love
A plethora of parks
Amazing museums
A chic and sophisticated environment
Beautiful and luxurious apartments
Local Lifestyle
Considered by many as one of the most affluent neighborhoods in New York City, the Upper East Side is filled with trendy coffee shops, spectacular apartments, fantastic bars, high-end designer stores, and upscale restaurants. The area's architecture also offers striking and eye-catching pieces, including neo-gothic and neo-federal architecture. Affluent townhouses and stunning mansions are nestled close to Central Park, opening up a new world of exciting recreational activities.
Dining, Entertainment & Shopping
The Upper East Side is home to some of New York City’s most exclusive restaurants and culinary adventures. For a date night, consider the highly-rated
Avra Madison Estiatorio, an upscale Greek seafood eatery with fresh fish by the pound. The restaurant’s expansive outdoor seating and romantic villa decor make it the perfect place to enjoy a meal with someone special.
For late-night fun,
The Penrose is New York's best bar for private events on the Upper East Side, with delicious food until 3 AM and the most amazing, creative cocktails around. Those who want to have a unique dining experience should head to
Sushi Noz, as it will not disappoint. The restaurant provides its patrons with a zen-like outlet for high-end-season sushi and nigiri. In comparison, the
JoJo by Jean-Georges offers a relaxed but gorgeous French dining experience set in a turn-of-the-century townhouse on the Upper East Side.
Things to Do
Although the Upper East Side may be known for its close proximity to the remarkable
Central Park and its zoo, carousel, and miles of walking paths, it is also home to
The Metropolitan Museum of Art. This enormous museum provides the public with over 5,000 years of art worldwide. Nearby is the
Solomon R. Guggenheim Museum, an art museum at Fifth Avenue and the corner of East 89th Street famously known for its modernistic design and contemporary art collections.
Those wanting to escape the busy city life should visit
Carl Schurz Park. This park is one of the city's most dog-friendly parks, providing residents and tourists with lovely walking trails and a playground for children of all ages.