Times Square, the city's beating heart, is the city's most active and exciting street. Every day, 360,000 people travel through this area. It is located at the intersection of Broadway and Seventh Avenue.
The glittering street, where luxury hotels, restaurants, Broadway musicals and movie studios are located, is one of the most famous squares in the world and a popular tourist destination, especially in the summer. Lots of movies and TV shows taken in the square. In Times Square, life flows uninterruptedly for 24 hours. The square, which has endless social life options with cafes, bars, restaurants, cinemas and theaters, has become the center of business life in recent years.
There is an interesting story about where the name of Times Square Square came from. This place was known as Times Square "Longacre Square" until 1904. The name was changed to "Times Square" in honor of the relocation of the main building of the world-famous New York Times newspaper to this square.
In the 18th century, Times Square was used as a horse square. In the 20th century, it began to take on its present appearance, with illuminated billboards, large screens, and boards. The red steps, TKTS booth, placed in the square in 2008 are used as a spot where people sit, take pictures and eat. The traditional New Year's Eve ball drop, which has been held since 1907 in Times Square, one of the most important points of the New Year celebrations, is an event not to be missed.
WHERE TO VISIT AND WHAT TO DO IN TIMES SQUARE
There are very significant landmarks on Times Square, each of which is famous around the world. Broadway is, without a doubt, the most well-known of these. The iconic area, which is located on 42nd Street, is nearly a theater and musical sanctuary. It is critical to purchase your tickets in early if you want to see Hollywood stars perform on Broadway. The area from 42nd to 53rd Street, including Broadway, is known as the Theater District. In Times Square, there are presently 41 theaters, each with a different play or musical waiting to entertain you with the best performers and artists in the world. It's a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity and a must-do on every vacation to New York City.
SHOPPING AND VISITING ATTRACTIONS
Times Square is also home to some of the world's most unusual boutiques and attractions, catering to people of all ages.
The M&M's store and Hershey's Chocolate World provide more sweets than you could consume in a lifetime for somebody with an insatiable sweet appetite. Swing by the M&M's store to have personalized candies with your name printed on them, which are available in over 15 different colors. Visit Hershey's Chocolate World to create your own Hershey bar or purchase a s'more made-to-order. The world-famous Disney Store in Times Square has the most up-to-date official Disney merchandise from your favorite movies and Broadway productions, as well as interactive displays to keep kids entertained.
The Hard Rock Cafe, Madame Tussauds Museum, Virgin Mega Store, and MTV Times Square Studio are all popular tourist attractions in this stunning square.
Address : Times Square, Broadway Manhattan, NY 10036
Transport: 1, 2, 3, B, D, F, M, N, Q, R, W, S, 7, A, C, E Lines
Contact:
https://www.timessquarenyc.org/
