Park Avenue - 1 block Madison Avenue shops - 2 blocks Fifth Avenue - 3 blocks Rockefeller Center - 3 blocks Broadway theaters - 5 blocks Bloomingdale's - 8 blocks
LaGuardia Airport (LGA): Approximate driving time is 20 minutes and distance is 7 miles.
John F Kennedy International Airport (JFK): Approximate driving time is 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. Exit to SR 25A and bear right onto Queens Plaza N. Continue on Queensboro Bridge and exit to 2nd Ave south. Turn left on 2nd, then turn right on E 57th St. Turn left on Lexington Ave.
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 37th St/38th-40th Sts. Turn left on E 37th, then right on 3rd Ave. Turn left on E 49th St, then left on Lexington Ave.
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 right on W 42nd St, then turn left on 8th Ave. Turn right on W 48th St and follow it to Lexington Ave.
Getting there: From LaGuardia and JFK, the best option for the solo traveler is a shuttle van ($16–25). Groups of two or more usually find a taxi is a better value ($26–35 from LaGuardia; more than $36 from JFK). Those traveling light from JFK can also opt for the Air Train ($5–15), then a taxi from the station. From Newark, travelers can choose a shuttle van ($16–25), or take the Olympia Express bus ($5–15), then a taxi to the hotel. (All fees subject to change without notice.)
Getting around: Walking is the best way to visit nearby shops and attractions. The subway (less than $5; fees subject to change without notice) is a good choice for other destinations, especially during peak traffic. Taxis are another good option, and are usually readily available. Rental cars are not recommended.
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