Suggestions for Plaza near Rockefeller Center, New York

Brandon M. • March 14, 2011Bill's Bar and Burger on 51st is worth going to RC for as well as Top of the Rock's stellar view of Manhattan and surrounding boroughs. Don't miss Nintendo World on 48th and the Plaza!

Kaye S. • September 25, 2013Must see for anyone visiting NYC. I go every time I'm here and it's always new, fresh and exciting!

Burt L. • September 9, 2011Cosi is the best when the weather outside is frightful or it's matinee Wednesday.

ℳ𝒶𝓎♍ • July 12, 2020Located on the Southeast corner of Central Park lies the Grand Army Plaza with a beautiful gilded statue of General Sherman, an amazing fountain and a number of cool tulips. Such a great spot to chill

Dan M. • May 5, 2012Make friends with the older woman, Arlette, she sees about 19 shows a year and will probably be in the front 10 folks of the line. Sh*tty people WILL cut. Every week.

Mary M. • June 12, 2023What a great find! This is a great place to grab a bite, get a drink, or just relax! It has a beautiful fountain, trees, lots of seating, and two eateries: Worldwide Beer Garden and The Barking Dog.

Jetaime M. • June 1, 2011Nice to just sit out & chill in the sun

Jaime S. • April 9, 2013Not just an office building, but also a great plaza with fountains and outdoor seating.

American Christmas • November 11, 2016The Channel Gardens at Rockefeller Center are heralded by 12 - eight foot tall angels. There are 35 LED lit starbursts. Twelve - 12 foot tall cadets stand at attention around the ice rink plaza.

ℳ𝒶𝓎♍ • March 27, 2018The concourse is quite intricate though. You can get from the Equitable Bldg. at 7th Ave. and 52nd St. all the way to 75 Rock Plaza, at 5th Ave., and to 47th & 6th Ave

Michael F. • January 10, 2016Big Plaza in front of the Met, lively and great people watching

Trump Hotel Collection • August 24, 2011Located on the 67th, 69th and 70th floors of 30 Rockefeller Plaza, this 360 degree views offers the best sightseeing in the city.

HUGO BOSS • November 3, 2010Accompanying the Guggenheim's current Gander show, this sculpture, which looks to be cast from ruins, can double as a miniature playground for children and adults.

Hot Bread Kitchen • January 17, 2012This plaza is actually a 1.5 acre park that occupies the entire south side block between First and Second Avenues on East 47th St. Check out the Greenmarket here every Wednesday, weather permitting.

Untapped Cities • November 17, 2014Huge indoor waterfalls provide a soothing background for those that want to sit or have lunch. On the side there are a few tables, and there’s a Starbucks that’s open until 6pm.

The New York Daily News • November 30, 2010PHOTO: Get the view from above in this aerial shot of Rockefeller Plaza and the Ice Rink, at the link!

Pete W. • August 11, 2016Summer Pedestrian Plaza with music, art, & special events

Places T. • August 2, 2011Many tables and chairs.

Nathan K. • June 6, 2012Get here by 7 a.m. or earlier for a good spot on the plaza. And bring a cool sign. You might just get air like we did! \m/ Hawaii Island represent!

Justin M. • August 1, 2016Hard to find! It's underground, beneath the plaza, so don't go looking for it at street level. On the plus side, it was pretty empty.

Anil D. • February 17, 2012This space is open to the public.

Jeremy D. • May 10, 2013Get an omelette from Felipe in the morning and enjoy it overlooking the sun soaked plaza.

Samsonite • May 3, 2011Based off the famous children's book series "Eloise," The Plaza’s most famous resident has a real room! The room was designed by Betsey Johnson and is available for booking.