Food scene
NYC pizza done right. Rosa's has everything from classic Sicilian, to Rigatoni and Taco Pizza! 10 minute/half mile walk from the apartment or order in.
32 locals recommend
Rosas Pizza
62-65 Fresh Pond RdNYC pizza done right. Rosa's has everything from classic Sicilian, to Rigatoni and Taco Pizza! 10 minute/half mile walk from the apartment or order in.
Favorite Italian spot in Queens! Delicious authentic food with gorgeous city views.
14 locals recommend
Maiella
4610 Center BlvdFavorite Italian spot in Queens! Delicious authentic food with gorgeous city views.
Favorite spot for classic NYC bagels, bacon egg and cheese sandwiches, and coffee.
83 locals recommend
Brooklyn Bagel & Coffee Company
35-09 Ditmars BlvdFavorite spot for classic NYC bagels, bacon egg and cheese sandwiches, and coffee.
Duzan
24-11 Steinway StA Queen's classic--amazing Mediterranean food.
Golden Dragon
34-06 31st AvenueGo-to place for late night Chinese! Wide variety and never disappoints.
BZ Grill
27-02 Astoria BlvdMouth-watering meat and other Greek delights.
Ddee Thai
42-06 30th AvenueIf you're craving Thai food, Ddee is the place to hit up!
Instagram worthy food creations, everything from atomic Mac and cheese balls to rainbow cookie milkshakes. Chicken sandwiches are to die for!
9 locals recommend
Comfortland
4009 30th AveInstagram worthy food creations, everything from atomic Mac and cheese balls to rainbow cookie milkshakes. Chicken sandwiches are to die for!
Sandros Latin Food
2703 23rd AveSkirt steak, rice, empanadas, Sandros has it all.
Favorite bakery and dessert spot. Try the Napoleon or Oreo cheesecake.
166 locals recommend
Martha's Country Bakery
36-21 Ditmars BlvdFavorite bakery and dessert spot. Try the Napoleon or Oreo cheesecake.
Steps away from the 30th Ave subway stop, Chip has a variety of uniquely delicious cookie creations.
22 locals recommend
Chip
30-06 34th StSteps away from the 30th Ave subway stop, Chip has a variety of uniquely delicious cookie creations.
Astoria has amazing cuisines from around the world, and the Indian food at Seva is no exception! Try the chicken tikka masala (spicy or regular).
31 locals recommend
Seva Indian Cuisine
34-11 30th AvenueAstoria has amazing cuisines from around the world, and the Indian food at Seva is no exception! Try the chicken tikka masala (spicy or regular).
Sightseeing
The biggest park in Astoria is right up the street from the apartment! Stunning views of the Manhattan skyline and East River. Swing by for a quick walk or grab a workout in the track or outdoor exercise facility. Great playground for kids and huge outdoor pool during the Summer.
424 locals recommend
Astoria Park
19 19th StThe biggest park in Astoria is right up the street from the apartment! Stunning views of the Manhattan skyline and East River. Swing by for a quick walk or grab a workout in the track or outdoor exercise facility. Great playground for kids and huge outdoor pool during the Summer.
Cute sculpture park with Manhattan views. Close to Costco and the Astoria ferry.
238 locals recommend
Socrates Sculpture Park
32-01 Vernon BlvdCute sculpture park with Manhattan views. Close to Costco and the Astoria ferry.
Noguchi Museum
9-01 33rd RoadFree admission the first Friday.
Small island between Manhattan and Queens with hidden gems, accessible by tram, subway and ferry.
87 locals recommend
Roosevelt Island
Small island between Manhattan and Queens with hidden gems, accessible by tram, subway and ferry.
Neighborhoods
LIC, often home to the Macy's Fourth of July Fireworks, is a couple miles away and easy to reach via the ferry. Beautiful waterfront park with views from the Empire State Building all the way down to World One. Enjoy a lovely meal near the water and watch the sunset.
100 locals recommend
Long Island City
LIC, often home to the Macy's Fourth of July Fireworks, is a couple miles away and easy to reach via the ferry. Beautiful waterfront park with views from the Empire State Building all the way down to World One. Enjoy a lovely meal near the water and watch the sunset.
City advice
Getting around
The subway and ferry are both close by and easy to use
Ferry: Astoria stop
Best when going to: Upper East Side/90th St, Long Island City, Hunter's Point South Park, Midtown/34th St, Wall St/Pier 11
Subway: Astoria Blvd N/W stop
Best when going to: Times Square, Central Park, 5th Ave, Broadway, Grand Central Terminal, Rockefeller Center, Union Square, Madison Square Garden, Washington Square Park
Ways to save
Unlimited Weekly MetroCard
If you're staying a week and planning on using the subway regularly you should consider a 7-Day Unlimited Pass. It costs $33 as opposed to $2.75 per ride.
Don't miss
Must-See Manhattan Tourist Spots
Parks and other free attractions:
Central Park (Bethesda Fountain, Loeb Boathouse)
Brooklyn Bridge
The High Line
Times Square
NY Public Library
Grand Central Terminal
Bryant Park
St Patrick's Cathedral
Washington Square Park
Madison Square Park
Union Square
Hudson Yards (The Vessel, Little Island, The Edge)
Historical/Views
Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island
Empire State Building
Top of the Rock (Rockefeller Center)
One Vanderbilt
Museums:
Metropolitan Museum of Art (Met)
Museum of Modern Art (MoMA)
World One/9-11 Memorial
Guggenheim
The Frick Collection
Whitney