AMC Loews 84th Street 6 is one of The 11 Best Movie Theaters in the Upper West Side, New York.

1. AMC Loews 84th Street 6

9.2
2310 Broadway (btwn W 83rd & W 84th St), New York, NY
Movie Theater · Upper West Side · 200 tips and reviews

angela g.angela gaylor: This is maybe the best movie theater in NYC. Reserved reclining loungers with tons of space. Although the recliners are clean, I always wear pants and long sleeves just in case:)

Tash C.Tash Concepcion: This theater has reserved seating and super comfortable, super roomy leather reclining chairs! Hands down one of the best movie theaters in Manhattan.

courtney s.courtney schiela: Amazing movie theater!!! Reminiscent of LA theaters. You get to pre-select your leather recliner seats

Rose Center for Earth and Space is one of The 11 Best Movie Theaters in the Upper West Side, New York.

2. Rose Center for Earth and Space

8.8
200 Central Park W (btwn W 77th & W 81st St), New York, NY
Planetarium · Upper West Side · 16 tips and reviews

Joseph T.Joseph Tam: Doing both the Planetarium and the Museum in one day is a little daunting... and very tiring. Make them separate trips or go early on a weekday.

VasilisVasilis: dont leave your sandwich unattended! :) great place

Matthew W.Matthew Weiss: Movie "Journey To The Stars". Full dome screen makes you feel like your flying in outer space.

Claire Tow Theater is one of The 11 Best Movie Theaters in the Upper West Side, New York.

3. Claire Tow Theater

8.7
150 W 65th St (btwn Broadway & Amsterdam Ave), New York, NY
Theater · Lincoln Square · 8 tips and reviews

Norelito N.Norelito Noriega: Great place to have a drink and enjoy the view on the patio and watch the great shows they have. Awsome place

Kathryn D.Kathryn D: Top tier productions in small but accessible environment.

Joanna F.Joanna Flamm: Really nice modern space on the roof of the other Lincoln Center theaters. Come early and have a drink on the terrace overlooking the plaza.

AMC Lincoln Square 13 is one of The 11 Best Movie Theaters in the Upper West Side, New York.

4. AMC Lincoln Square 13

8.6
1998 Broadway (at W 68th St), New York, NY
Movie Theater · 445 tips and reviews

Mark C.Mark Cohen: One of the better cinemas in NYC (a city that surprisingly has mediocre, often dated movie theaters); also a very broad selection of food and drink.

Nic A.Nic Antoine: Resident or tourist, this is the best movie theater to visit in Manhattan. The interior is open and relaxing, the IMAX is top notch and everybody within is cordial. Going to the movies? Go here.

Erica C.Erica Choi: Favorite movie theater! Lots of movie premieres here and celeb sightings. Really clean and all the theaters have special names!

Jerry Seinfeld & Cosmo Kramer Apartment is one of The 11 Best Movie Theaters in the Upper West Side, New York.

5. Jerry Seinfeld & Cosmo Kramer Apartment

7.7
129 W 81st St (at Columbus Ave.), New York, NY
Historic and Protected Site · Upper West Side · 2 tips and reviews

IWalked Audio ToursIWalked Audio Tours: Address provided in the TV series Seinfeld as the location of the Shelby apartment where Jerry Seinfeld and Cosmo Kramer call home. The exterior was actually filmed in L.A. More info via our blog. Read more.

Sandhya I.Sandhya Iniyan: It’s probably better to get pics in daylight. Streetlights spoil the pics in the night

Elinor Bunin Munroe Film Center is one of The 11 Best Movie Theaters in the Upper West Side, New York.

6. Elinor Bunin Munroe Film Center

8.4
144 W 65th St (at Broadway), New York, NY
Indie Movie Theater · Lincoln Square · 19 tips and reviews

Jane C.Jane Coakley: Delicious Trout and Spicy Sicilian Cauliflower

LinaLina: All movies should be lucky enough to be screened in as gorgeous a venue as this

Film Society of Lincoln CenterFilm Society of Lincoln Center: Beautiful film center home to three screens. Special promotions with Indie Food & Wine include Dinner & a Movie for $25 select screenings. Great relaxed atmosphere.

Walter Reade Theater is one of The 11 Best Movie Theaters in the Upper West Side, New York.

7. Walter Reade Theater

9.0
165 W 65th St (btwn Broadway & Amsterdam Ave), New York, NY
Indie Movie Theater · Lincoln Square · 37 tips and reviews

GothamistGothamist: Lincoln Center's in-house movie theaters are definitely the snazziest of the bunch, with funky paneling, super-clean seats and sleek LCD screens. Check out their dinner and a movie deal. Read more.

Anna P.Anna Potter: Amazing theater, and great film fests. Right now I'm hooked on the Swedish cinema program. Bergman, Bergman, Bergman! (And Liv Ullman, HELLO)

Phoebe E.Phoebe E: Try to get a series pass for the best deal. Remember to check in (4square) outside since the theater doesn't have AT&T reception inside.

Lincoln Plaza Cinemas is one of The 11 Best Movie Theaters in the Upper West Side, New York.

8. Lincoln Plaza Cinemas

1886 Broadway (btwn 62nd & 63rd St), New York, NY
Movie Theater · Lincoln Square · 73 tips and reviews

Zach v.Zach vS: Best movie theater? Maybe. More importantly, movie theater that most feels like you're in a character in a Godard movie.

Tim S.Tim Shey: For whatever it's worth, this may be the only movie theater in the U.S. serving carrot cake, rugelach, and smoked salmon sandwiches. (I love New York.)

Christina B.Christina Blake: This place has a different vibe than the usual multiplexes. There was an homey feel to it. Besides popcorn,they served cake,cookies,brownies,juice. thoroughly enjoyed my experience.The place to go.

Film at Lincoln Center is one of The 11 Best Movie Theaters in the Upper West Side, New York.

9. Film at Lincoln Center

8.8
70 Lincoln Center Plz (btwn Broadway & Amsterdam Ave), New York, NY
Indie Movie Theater · Lincoln Square · 32 tips and reviews

MischaMischa: Is super nice, I mean what else would you expect from Lincoln Center, just remember is the LC so only art or foreign films. The indie-food works, it's not the cheapest tough.

Time Out New YorkTime Out New York: The best theater to see a movie that will change your life hosts new art-house titles (at its Elinor Bunin Munroe Film Center), rep series and beaucoup festival offerings. Read more.

Phoenix 💥💥💥Phoenix 💥💥💥: Indie and international cinema

Symphony Space is one of The 11 Best Movie Theaters in the Upper West Side, New York.

10. Symphony Space

8.2
2537 Broadway (at 95th St.), New York, NY
Theater · Upper West Side · 23 tips and reviews

Eric S.Eric S: Try the Elderflower Mimosa in the Thalia Cafe

Ryan J. D.Ryan J. Davis: See the annual Broadway Beauty Pageant!

Harlem A.Harlem Ambassador: A theater, indie cinema and concert venue make this a destination for uptown's cultured set. There are prime annual performances so having membership is highly suggested, lest your wallet will suffer

Beacon Theatre is one of The 11 Best Movie Theaters in the Upper West Side, New York.

11. Beacon Theatre

9.2
2124 Broadway (at W 74th St), New York, NY
Concert Hall · Upper West Side · 172 tips and reviews

SeatGeekSeatGeek: Make sure to take in the great interior architecture including the metallic lion stage right of the balconies. I love the seats in this venue, movie theater style!

Rolling StoneRolling Stone: The Beacon began as a movie palace in 1929, and has since hosted artists from the Rolling Stones to Bob Dylan. The Allman Brothers' regular stints here were immortalized on "Peakin' At The Beacon." Read more.

Lina G.Lina Gonzo: Beautiful old theater. Good for smaller bands.