Home of the well-heeled and the world-renowned
The Upper East Side of New York City is known for its well-to-do residents, fabulous shopping, and world-famous museums. Some of America's most celebrated families have called the neighborhood home, from the Rockefellers and Carnegies to the Roosevelts and, more recently, the Trumps. If you're considering an Upper East Side vacation rental, well, it's hard to imagine anyone doubting your good taste. From Impressionist art at the Guggenheim to the bike paths of Central Park, the neighborhood features some of New York's most iconic must-sees.
Art? Culture? Design? Yeah, we have a museum for that
This particular piece of Manhattan is home to Museum Mile. Whether you need quiet time to contemplate Picasso's great works or want to wow the whole family with a display of digitally printed furniture, the Metropolitan Museum of Art, the Solomon R. Guggenheim Museum, and the Cooper Hewitt, Smithsonian Design Museum will have you covered. El Museo del Barrio is another highlight, with exhibits on Latino culture in the Americas from the pre-Columbian era to modern times. When museum fatigue sets in, head to the Central Park Zoo to commune with the animals in the fresh air.
Give in to shopaholism or relive tales of the small screen
Looking to explore the sights? Just head out the door of your Upper East Side vacation rental and start walking. You can take your own tour of the neighborhood's beautiful mansions or sign up for a guided trip to the locations of popular TV shows, like Gossip Girl and Sex in the City. You might stroll down Madison Avenue and get some shopping done at one of its 150 designer clothing boutiques. Kids in your party? Never fear. They'll love to tour the many playgrounds of Central Park.