Midtown Manhattan | New York Layout Explained (with Map)

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    In a series that lays out the neighborhoods of New York City, this video covers Midtown Manhattan. Whether you live in NYC or visiting, you will most likely find yourself in the clutches of Midtown Manhattan at one point or another. It makes sense. It has central hubs for both local city and out-of-state transportations, live entertainment from Broadway to comedy clubs, Michelin dining to hole-in-the-wall joints, contemporary art, classical architecture, etcetera.
    Midtown Manhattan is massive. It’s dense. And it’s smack right in the middle of the city.
    We are going to cover it at a 10,000-foot view in rapid fire. This is not a video that you watch at 2X speed. Feel free to pause and rewind and know that each area that we are going to cover is a subject of a potential future video in and of itself.
    If you are moving to NYC or visiting, this is a great video to watch.
    MAJOR NEIGHBORHOODS OF MANHATTAN:
    Lower Manhattan / Downtown Manhattan = • Lower/Downtown Manhatt...
    Midtown Manhattan = • Midtown Manhattan | Ne...
    Upper East Side = • Upper East Side Explai...
    Upper West Side = • Upper West Side (UWS) ...
    Upper Manhattan = • Upper Manhattan - New ...
    We are covering the following areas:
    Columbus Circle
    Hell’s Kitchen/Midtown West
    Theater District
    Rockefeller Center
    Broadway
    Diamond District
    Little Brazil
    Midtown East/Turtle Bay
    Sutton Place
    Tudor City
    Murray Hill
    Bryant Park
    Garment District
    Hudson Yards
    Chelsea
    Flower District
    Koreatown
    NoMad
    Rose Hill (with Little India / Curry Hill)
    Madison Square Park
    Flatiron District
    Kips Bay
    Peter Cooper Village
    Stuyvesant Town
    Gramercy
    Union Square
    Other videos in this series:
    - Introduction to New York = • An Introduction to New...
    - NYC Street Layout / Grid System = • How to Navigate Manhat...
    - Upper East Side Explained = • Upper East Side Explai...
    - Upper West Side Explained = • Upper West Side (UWS) ...
    - Downtown / Lower Manhattan Explained = • Lower/Downtown Manhatt...
    Sources:
    Google Maps
    Blue Guide New York: Fifth Edition by Carol V. Wright
    Wikipedia
    nycgo.com
    Music:
    Acid Jazz by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. creativecommons.org/licenses/...
    Source: freemusicarchive.org/music/Ke...
    Artist: incompetech.com/
    Photo Credit:
    Union Square Park → Sean Pavone / Shutterstock.com
    Shake Shack in Madison Square → Francois Roux / Shutterstock.com
    Madison Square Garden → valeriy eydlin / Shutterstock.com
    Madison Square Garden (1879) → theboweryboys.blogspot.com/2010/02/madison-square-garden-worlds-most.html, Public Domain, via Wikimedia
    Herald Square → gary718 / Shutterstock.com
    United Nations Headquarters Building → kunmingzijin / Shutterstock.com
    Chrysler Building → Songquan Deng / Shutterstock.com
    View from Sutton Place Park to the Queensboro (59th Street) Bridge → LEE SNIDER PHOTO IMAGES / Shutterstock.com
    Rockefeller Center → DiegoMariottini / Shutterstock.com
    30 Rockefeller Plaza (Top of the Rock) → EQRoy / Shutterstock.com
    Jewelry store front window in diamond district → Roman Tiraspolsky / Shutterstock.com
    Inside the Pierpont Morgan library in New York City → H.J. Herrera / Shutterstock.com
    Gutenburg Bible on display at the JP Morgan Library and Museum → Todamo / Shutterstock.com
    Tudor City and the Chrysler Building from the East River → Tony Hisgett from Birmingham, UK, CC BY 2.0, commons.wikimedia.org/w/index...
    1781 British map depicting Manhattan → John Lodge, Publisher: Bew, John - Norman B. Levinson Map Center, Boston Public Library, Public Domain, commons.wikimedia.org/w/index...
    Flatiron building → Andrey Bayda / Shutterstock.com
    Chelsea market → rawf8 / Shutterstock.com
    The Vessel → Francois Roux / Shutterstock.com
    Jacob Javits Convention Center → rblfmr / Shutterstock.com
    Residential Buildings at StuyTown → James Andrews1 / Shutterstock.com
    Union Square Greenmarket Farmers Market → DW labs Incorporated / Shutterstock.com
    Times Square → pisaphotography / Shutterstock.com
    Times Square Broadway signs → Allen.G / Shutterstock.com
    Korea Way → Christian Mueller / Shutterstock.com
    New York City 100th annual veterans day parade → Steve Edreff / Shutterstock.com
    Shake Shack sign → PL Gould / Shutterstock.com
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КОМЕНТАРІ • 90

  • @ruzzelladrian907
    @ruzzelladrian907 3 роки тому +27

    What I love most about living in Queens near a subway station is that Midtown is only 20 minutes away on the E and F Trains.

    • @UrbanCaffeine
      @UrbanCaffeine  3 роки тому +10

      It's funny how being in a "central" or "prime" location in NYC is based on the available subway stops.

  • @jimmykucera8627
    @jimmykucera8627 3 роки тому +34

    These Vlogs are a fantastic introduction to New York City.

  • @georgepolasky9809
    @georgepolasky9809 2 роки тому +47

    Again, your knowledge, narration, personality, and skill are wonderful. Thank you for all of your videos, Thea.

  • @barbiec4312
    @barbiec4312 2 місяці тому +1

    This is so helpful for our upcoming trip! Thank you.

  • @GameKingFaiz
    @GameKingFaiz Рік тому +2

    "This is not a video to watch at 2x speed."
    Me: Watching at 2.5x speed (thanks to a Chrome extension) 😂😂

  • @Homer-OJ-Simpson
    @Homer-OJ-Simpson Рік тому +18

    I just came back from NYC (10 days vacation there). I wish I had seen your videos beforehand. I’m going through your videos and it’s very well written hitting all the important highlights. So much detail in a somewhat short video

  • @christelnielandt5117
    @christelnielandt5117 Рік тому +2

    Superb !!! So informative 🙏

  • @mjp96
    @mjp96 8 місяців тому +1

    I used your video to prep my stay in Chelsea last weekend. Fantastic, and and thank you !!! You're a natural-

  • @EthemD
    @EthemD 2 роки тому +4

    much better much more educational than the audio guides we've been listening toon the hop on hop off busses 😂 thank you!

    • @UrbanCaffeine
      @UrbanCaffeine  2 роки тому +1

      Thank you! 🙌 I tried two different tour buses now. One was alright, but the other had really scratchy and hard to hear audio. But it was still a good way to get around. Glad I could help!

    • @EthemD
      @EthemD 2 роки тому

      One of them even kept getting me electrically shocked 🤣 way to keep us alert!

  • @rajsingharora26
    @rajsingharora26 3 роки тому +4

    I have watched 3 videos & all i want to say is thank you.

    • @UrbanCaffeine
      @UrbanCaffeine  3 роки тому +1

      Thank you for watching the series! My next project is a transportation series.

    • @mjp96
      @mjp96 8 місяців тому

      @@UrbanCaffeine Please :)

  • @adventureswithcarl123
    @adventureswithcarl123 10 місяців тому +1

    Very nice descriptive video of the layout of midtown manhattan! Thanks for sharing beautiful lady😘😘😘xox

  • @Aidan_Au
    @Aidan_Au 3 роки тому +3

    This is the most comprehensive video I have ever watched about Midtown!

  • @sikhswim
    @sikhswim 11 місяців тому +2

    I watched at 2x! It was pretty intense!

    • @D...M...A...
      @D...M...A... 7 місяців тому

      She said noa do dat , I did .025 for more Thea ...

  • @Mehron74
    @Mehron74 Рік тому +1

    Just got back from Manhattan, I wachted your videos before I left for the transportation tips and some after to review the areas I had been!, Luv the content!

  • @PiNkSuGaRx2Alicia
    @PiNkSuGaRx2Alicia 11 місяців тому +1

    thank you! consider making the final map at the end downloadable for others! in the meantime i used my phone to screenshot

  • @slowstompa
    @slowstompa Рік тому +2

    One of the most relevant preperation guides to me that i have seen til now! Thank you :)

  • @tadmarshall2739
    @tadmarshall2739 9 місяців тому +1

    Another excellent video! Thank you!

  • @sarwatalam6002
    @sarwatalam6002 2 роки тому +2

    I love your series

  • @hothotheat3000
    @hothotheat3000 2 роки тому +2

    Midtown rocks.

  • @leedee4968
    @leedee4968 Рік тому +1

    Of course I have never known but have wondered and that is interesting thanx

  • @garrygreen3210
    @garrygreen3210 Рік тому +1

    Outstanding.

  • @richardlaurenson3138
    @richardlaurenson3138 2 роки тому +2

    This is one of the best NYC Vlogs i've come across, and i've seen a lot!

  • @alozzzy1213
    @alozzzy1213 3 роки тому +3

    I’ve been patiently waiting for a new video! Thank you!

  • @jennyhunt
    @jennyhunt 2 роки тому +6

    Your videos are always so informative and organized. Thanks again.

  • @cathybint8903
    @cathybint8903 2 роки тому +6

    Your explanation is so clear and very easy to understand. Thank you

  • @albertmyers7176
    @albertmyers7176 Рік тому +1

    Another great vid thanks

  • @Conellossus
    @Conellossus 3 роки тому +5

    Love the video. I can't wait to see what phase 2 of the Hudson Yards project will bring.

    • @UrbanCaffeine
      @UrbanCaffeine  3 роки тому +2

      I was wondering about that. Hudson Yards is having problems with the Vessel because of suicides. I'm curious how they are going to fix that as well.

  • @shonufflemel
    @shonufflemel 5 місяців тому +1

    Greta videos. I am looking to purchase a home in NYC. But want to get a feel as to where I want to buy. Was looking for homes around Central Park. I probably will go and stay for a month or so just to get a feel as to the area but would love to have a professional guide to show me around. Do you have any recommendations for guides? Also once I do purchase, where do individuals purchase furniture and the things needed to furnish a home. Would like to purchase all new furnishing and art. Great videos once again.

  • @chloepark2306
    @chloepark2306 Рік тому +1

    thank you for an amazing video and information!

  • @kristianmorris9738
    @kristianmorris9738 Рік тому +1

    I'm loving these videos. Such an interesting place and I found it a challenge getting my bearings last time I was there. Will be useful for my next visit..

  • @imaarondanger
    @imaarondanger Рік тому +5

    Is this final map available anywhere for view/download? Getting ready for my first NYC trip and am loving all of your videos explaining the bureaus, districts, and subways. Really good stuff!!!

  • @RealCarlosJr
    @RealCarlosJr Рік тому +2

    You did a great job explaining the city, thank you!

  • @HarisAbdulRahman
    @HarisAbdulRahman 3 роки тому +3

    Really enjoyed your videos. Looking forward to more! Keep them coming!

  • @debbiestromain5024
    @debbiestromain5024 2 роки тому +2

    Thank you for this video. I could never get my bearings. Now I understand better.

    • @UrbanCaffeine
      @UrbanCaffeine  2 роки тому

      You're welcome! Thanks for watching 😊

    • @mjp96
      @mjp96 8 місяців тому

      Thanks to @Urban Caffeine I realized NYC is more walkable than I had thought !!

  • @hamlanalrafi1389
    @hamlanalrafi1389 2 роки тому +1

    love it👍👍👍 and easy to understand

  • @nguyenhmthanh
    @nguyenhmthanh 3 роки тому +7

    love your series. can't wait for other videos of different parts of NYC

    • @UrbanCaffeine
      @UrbanCaffeine  3 роки тому

      Thank you for watching! Really glad you like these videos.

  • @natetrajano1024
    @natetrajano1024 2 роки тому

    always love your videos!

  • @phillipmcgough6282
    @phillipmcgough6282 3 роки тому +4

    very enjoyable. you're doing great. let's see more please!

    • @UrbanCaffeine
      @UrbanCaffeine  3 роки тому +1

      So happy you're enjoying these. I'm currently working through Brooklyn. Don't really know how long it will take, but we'll get there!

  • @jonnythunder92
    @jonnythunder92 2 роки тому +1

    Brilliant...thank you!

  • @ShayanAziziPiano
    @ShayanAziziPiano 3 роки тому

    Your videos are perfect! Thanks for making these!

    • @UrbanCaffeine
      @UrbanCaffeine  3 роки тому +1

      Thank you! I'm glad you like them. I'm working on getting Upper Manhattan done so the Manhattan series can be complete. 🤞

  • @eunsy_log6341
    @eunsy_log6341 3 роки тому +1

    really appreciate making this video. I need it like this information cuz I came here newyork a few weeks ago. Contents are very interesting and informative.

    • @UrbanCaffeine
      @UrbanCaffeine  3 роки тому

      I'm glad this was useful! Thanks for watching. ☺️

  • @22tango79
    @22tango79 7 місяців тому

    8:26 This is actually the Met Life Tower (Metropolitan Life Insurance Company Tower) not to be confused with the Met Life Building attached to Grand Central Terminal. The New York Life (Insurance Company) Building is at 51 Madison Ave, and was the site of the earlier Madison Square Garden arenas (immediately northeast of Madison Square Park).

  • @AA-cm3pd
    @AA-cm3pd 3 роки тому +1

    Soooo informative, thank you!

    • @UrbanCaffeine
      @UrbanCaffeine  3 роки тому

      Thanks for watching! Glad it was helpful.

  • @douggray169
    @douggray169 2 роки тому +1

    great video

  • @richt.4900
    @richt.4900 3 роки тому +4

    Just subbed, I’m researching and hopefully will be able to bring my favourite wife and family over, Covid permitting 😳🙄. Considering that there is plenty of content on NYC, your channel is extremely well done and presented. Good luck from this side of the pond here in England (Brexitland 🇪🇺😅), thank you so much 🤗👍🏻😉

    • @UrbanCaffeine
      @UrbanCaffeine  3 роки тому

      Thank you for subscribing! I saw somewhere that although over 3 million moved out of NYC, another 3 million and some moved in. So you are not alone. 😉 I wish you all the best on your move!

  • @sarwatalam6002
    @sarwatalam6002 2 роки тому

    And this vedios is fantastic

  • @tybaldt
    @tybaldt Рік тому

    Great video. But you put Gramercy park where Stuyvesant Square is. Gramercy is a few blocks away, between E 20th and 21st, dividing Lex from Irving place

  • @JimAllen-Persona
    @JimAllen-Persona 2 роки тому

    I’ll dispute Shake Shack as the East Coast In-N-Out. Really good outside of that.

  • @sarwatalam6002
    @sarwatalam6002 2 роки тому

    And I understand your series vedios

  • @KhiemNguyen-bs4wn
    @KhiemNguyen-bs4wn Рік тому +1

    beautiful lady

  • @wgreenbaum
    @wgreenbaum 5 місяців тому

    No way does any source say that Turtle Bay extends to Fifth Avenue. It’s debated whether the western boundary is Third Avenue or Lexington Avenue, but NEVER is Fifth Avenue discussed as being one of its borders.

  • @pranavdeshpande4942
    @pranavdeshpande4942 Рік тому +1

    Midtown layout seems to be a lot more confusing than Downtown, haha.

  • @VideoNOLA
    @VideoNOLA Рік тому

    10:36 "Bohemian VIVE?"

  • @b.4267
    @b.4267 Рік тому

    Well done. Maybe one of the best districts in Manhattan. I'd love to live in the Flatiron 💞. If a millionaire is reading this, please regáleme un piso ahí!! 😀😂😂😂✌

  • @SalAveNU
    @SalAveNU Рік тому

    When you talked about Union Square Park you didn't mention The Krishna's.

  • @salzburg8452
    @salzburg8452 Рік тому

    👍👍👍

  • @fidel2xl
    @fidel2xl Рік тому +1

    I've lived in NYC for years since the mid-1990s and I've never realized that Union Square is considered the Southern tip of Mid-Town Manhattan. I think most New Yorkers probably assume that Mid-Town starts around 30th Street...lol

  • @leedee4968
    @leedee4968 Рік тому

    😉

  • @georgiejackpot9540
    @georgiejackpot9540 Рік тому

    How do you doooooo

    • @D...M...A...
      @D...M...A... 7 місяців тому

      Right , she haunts me too...

  • @EthemD
    @EthemD 2 роки тому

    i do have one question i have not found an answer for... why are all manholes in nyc smoking? 😅 weirdly enough that's the first thing i noticed, but no one has been able to answer my question

    • @UrbanCaffeine
      @UrbanCaffeine  2 роки тому +1

      Hmm... I found this article. It looks like it's condensation from cold water (usually rain) that hits hot pipes underground. freetoursbyfoot.com/steam-from-streets-in-new-york

    • @EthemD
      @EthemD 2 роки тому

      @@UrbanCaffeine finally, thank you! Yes, it makes perfect sense :)

  • @WebSoak
    @WebSoak Рік тому

    (with map)

  • @elliekim6666
    @elliekim6666 Рік тому +1

    Uhhh midtown Manhattan is way higher then union square. Chelsea isn't "midtown" IMHO

    • @mjp96
      @mjp96 8 місяців тому

      Then what is it? I just stayed at 8th and 30th. What would you call it?

  • @wilmars9146
    @wilmars9146 Рік тому

    Your boundaries of Midtown Manhattan are way off. From East to West 2nd Ave to 8th Ave, North to South 59th Street to 32nd Street. From that point down to 14th Street is Chelsea on the West side and Kips Bay and Flatiron on the East side. Below 14th Street begins Greenwich Village both West Village and East Village. Then you begin to get into Lower Manhattan with Soho etc. The 20's to 14th Street is not Midtown Manhattan. Where is this chick from originally ? Kuz you must be some transplant.

    • @D...M...A...
      @D...M...A... 7 місяців тому

      Shove in your clutch pal ... She's a New Yorker and she is correct ....