LaGuardia Airport (LGA): Approximate driving time is 20 minutes and distance is 8 miles.

John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK): Approximate driving time 30 minutes and distance is 17 miles.

Newark International Airport (EWR): Approximate driving time is 35 minutes and distance is 18 miles.

Driving directions from LaGuardia: Take Grand Central Pkwy west to I-278 (Brooklyn-Queens Expy) west. Take I-495 (Long Island Expy) west, then take the Queens Midtown tunnel and exit to 34th St. Turn right on E 34th.

Driving directions from JFK: Take I-678 (Van Wyck Expy) north to I-495 (Long Island Expy) west. Take the Queens Midtown tunnel and exit to 34th St. Turn right on E 34th.

Driving directions from Newark: Follow signs to take US 1/US 9 north to I-95 (New Jersey Tpke) north (toll road). Take I-495 to the Lincoln Tunnel and exit to West Side Hwy/40th St. Turn left on E 34th St.

Getting there: From LaGuardia and JFK, the best option for the solo traveler is a shuttle van ($16–25). For groups of two or more, a taxi is usually the better value ($26–35 from LaGuardia; more than $36 from JFK). Another option from JFK is the Air Train ($5–15), then a taxi from the station. From Newark, guests can opt for a shuttle van ($16–25), or take the Olympia Express bus ($5–15) to Port Authority or Penn Station, then take a taxi on to the hotel. (All fees subject to change without notice.)

Getting around: Walking is the best way to reach nearby attractions and experience the city. For other destinations, the subway is a good option ($5–15), especially during peak traffic hours. Taxis are another good choice and are usually readily available. Rental cars are not recommended.

• In city center
• In business district

150 E 34th St New York, NY 10016 USA Nearest major airport: New York, NY (LGA-LaGuardia) Area: Midtown (Grand Central Station) (New York) This is the exciting heart of New York, including Park Avenue's gleaming office buildings, top restaurants, and popular attractions. Grand Central Terminal, the United Nations, Rockefeller Center, St. Patrick's Cathedral, and the Empire State Building are located here, and myriad temptations await shoppers in famous Fifth Avenue stores.