Lincoln Center
World-Class Performing Arts Center, Just Steps Away
Few places in the city gather as much creative force in one address as Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts. Spanning more than 16 acres in the Upper West Side of Manhattan, the campus includes 30+ indoor and outdoor performance venues and welcomes millions of visitors each year for opera, ballet, symphony, theater, jazz, film, and free public programming.
Lincoln Center is home to the legendary New York Philharmonic, the Metropolitan Opera, New York City Ballet, School of American Ballet, Film at Lincoln Center, and The Juilliard School, to name a few. Together, these institutions shape the city’s cultural calendar year-round, from opening-night galas to summer festivals and major film premieres.
Beyond curtain call, visitors can enjoy the iconic fountain at Josie Robertson Plaza, just across from the Empire Hotel, or explore public art installations, visit David Geffen Hall, or the David Rubenstein Atrium which hosts frequent free concerts and local performances year-round.
Also located on campus, the New York Public Library for the Performing Arts houses one of the most extensive research collections dedicated to theater, dance, music, and recorded sound. Whether you’re attending a show, enjoying an outdoor performance, or simply strolling the plaza, Lincoln Center places the energy of New York’s arts scene right at your doorstep.
40 Lincoln Center Plaza 10023 New York United States
Monday8AM - 11:59PM
Tuesday8AM - 11:59PM
Wednesday8AM - 11:59PM
Thursday8AM - 11:59PM
Friday8AM - 11:59PM
Saturday8AM - 11:59PM
Sunday8AM - 11:59PM
Lincoln Center
NYC's LINCOLN CENTER is the world's leading performing arts center, home of internationally renowned organizations including the New York Philharmonic, the Metropolitan Opera, the New York City Ballet, and the Juilliard School of Music.
Times Square
Times Square is an iconic cultural landmark that truly encapsulates the spirit of the city that never sleeps. Bright lights, towering billboards, and bustling crowds create a mesmerizing spectacle that is sure to leave a lasting impression.
Central Park
Take a stroll through the legendary CENTRAL PARK and take in the local landmarks. Visit Strawberry Fields for a John Lennon tribute, wander Sheep's Meadow, skate through Wollman Rink, or take a scooter through the park for a picnic.
New York City Ballet
The NEW YORK CITY BALLET is one of the premier dance companies in the world with a roster of extraordinary dancers and an unparalleled schedule of performances.
Top of the Rock
Nestled at the height of 30 Rock, home to NBC Studios and SNL, TOP OF THE ROCK's three levels of indoor and outdoor observation decks deliver spectacular views of New York City.
Radio City Music Hall
Known as the home of the famed Rockettes dance company, RADIO CITY MUSIC HALL is a beautifully preserved 1930s theater, home to live performances, highlighted by the Radio City Music Hall Christmas Performance.
