Top things to do near Arlo NoMad
Arlo NoMad sits at 11 East 31st Street in Manhattan’s NoMad neighborhood and puts you within easy walking distance of the Empire State Building, Madison Square Park, Herald Square/Macy’s and several subway connections. Top things to do nearby include skyline views from the hotel’s ART NoMad rooftop, dining at the hotel’s NoMad Diner and BARlo, and short walks to museums, parks and major Midtown sights.
In this guide
- See the Empire State Building and Midtown skyline
- Eat and drink at Arlo NoMad: NoMad Diner, BARlo and ART NoMad
- Stroll Madison Square Park and the Flatiron area
- Museums and offbeat Midtown attractions
- Use the city transit and regional connections
- Hotel amenities that support local exploring
- Room types to consider for exploring comfort
See the Empire State Building and Midtown skyline
The Empire State Building is about a 3–4 minute walk from Arlo NoMad, making it one of the closest major landmarks you can visit on foot. The hotel’s ART NoMad rooftop also offers 360-degree skyline views including the Empire State Building (seasonal and weather permitting).
If you prefer observation decks, you can walk to Top of the Rock at Rockefeller Center (roughly a 20-minute walk) for a different skyline perspective.
- Empire State Building — ~3–4 minute walk from the hotel
- Top of the Rock — roughly a 20-minute walk
- Walk along 5th Avenue for shops and city views
| Viewpoint | What to expect |
|---|---|
| ART NoMad (hotel rooftop) | Seasonal rooftop lounge with 360° skyline views; reservations recommended |
| Empire State Building | Iconic observation deck a short walk from the hotel |
| Top of the Rock | Another observation deck option about a 20-minute walk |
Eat and drink at Arlo NoMad: NoMad Diner, BARlo and ART NoMad
Arlo NoMad has multiple on-site dining and drinking options. NoMad Diner serves elevated American comfort food for breakfast, lunch and dinner with listed hours on weekdays and weekends, BARlo is a second-floor cocktail bar open evenings, and ART NoMad is the seasonal 31st-floor rooftop cocktail lounge.
NoMad Diner and BARlo accept walk-ins; the rooftop typically requests reservations and operates weather permitting. The hotel also has a 24-hour Bodega market for coffee, pastries and snacks.
- NoMad Diner — all-day American comfort food; posted hours vary by day
- BARlo — second-floor cocktail bar open Tuesday–Saturday evenings
- ART NoMad — rooftop cocktail lounge open seasonally; reservations recommended
- Bodega — 24-hour lobby market with grab-and-go items
| Venue | Typical hours / notes |
|---|---|
| NoMad Diner | Breakfast–dinner with specific weekday and weekend service; walk-ins accepted |
| BARlo | Evening cocktail bar, Tue–Sat (evening hours) |
| ART NoMad | Seasonal rooftop lounge; reservations recommended |
Stroll Madison Square Park and the Flatiron area
Madison Square Park is about a 6-minute walk from the hotel and is a pleasant place for a daytime stroll, people-watching and public art. The Flatiron Building and surrounding Madison Square Park neighborhood are within walking distance for architecture and outdoor photos.
The area includes independent shops and cafés along Broadway and Fifth Avenue. If you want more green space, Bryant Park and the New York Public Library are also walkable from the hotel.
- Madison Square Park — ~6-minute walk
- Flatiron Building — roughly 0.4 miles from the hotel
- Bryant Park / New York Public Library — within walking distance
| Park / Landmark | Approximate walking note |
|---|---|
| Madison Square Park | About a 6-minute walk |
| Flatiron Building | About 0.4 miles, walkable |
| Bryant Park | Within walking distance near the library |
Museums and offbeat Midtown attractions
Several small museums and specialty attractions are a short walk from Arlo NoMad. The Museum of Sex is listed as roughly a 5–6 minute walk, and the Intrepid Sea, Air & Space Museum is a longer walk along the Hudson (about 25 minutes).
If you prefer cultural variety, Midtown has numerous galleries, the New York Public Library and small boutique museums — many reachable on foot or via a short subway ride from nearby 33rd Street or Herald Square stations.
- Museum of Sex — ~5–6 minute walk
- Intrepid Sea, Air & Space Museum — about a 25-minute walk
- Multiple small galleries and Midtown cultural stops reachable by foot or subway
| Spot | Walking note |
|---|---|
| Museum of Sex | ~5–6 minute walk |
| Intrepid Sea, Air & Space Museum | ~25-minute walk |
| Various Midtown galleries | Short walk or subway ride |
Use the city transit and regional connections
Arlo NoMad’s location gives easy access to several subway stations: 33rd Street (6 train) is about a 4–5 minute walk and 34th Street–Herald Square is within a short walking distance. Penn Station and Grand Central Terminal are the nearest major rail hubs for regional connections.
For airport travel, LaGuardia (LGA), JFK and Newark (EWR) all have public-transport options into Manhattan; specific transit times and routes vary, and the hotel’s concierge can help plan transfers.
- 33rd Street subway (6) — ~4–5 minute walk
- 34th Street–Herald Square — short walk
- Penn Station and Grand Central — nearest major rail terminals
| Transit option | Note |
|---|---|
| 33rd Street (6) | ~4–5 minute walk |
| 34th St–Herald Square | Short walk, multiple lines |
| Penn Station / Grand Central | Major rail hubs within walking distance |
Hotel amenities that support local exploring
Arlo NoMad includes on-site conveniences that make day trips and sightseeing easier: a 24-hour front desk and concierge for tickets and tours, a 24-hour Bodega market for snacks and a 24-hour business center. High-speed in-room WiFi is included for planning routes and booking attractions.
The property does not have an on-site gym or spa; it partners with New York Sports Club for fitness access and refers guests to offsite spa partners. The hotel also offers event and meeting spaces if your trip includes work or small group gatherings.
- 24-hour front desk and concierge for ticketing and tours
- 24-hour Bodega market for grab-and-go food and drinks
- In-room high-speed WiFi included; partnered gym access nearby
| Amenity | Practical use |
|---|---|
| Concierge / front desk | Tours, tickets and local advice |
| Bodega market | Grab-and-go food 24/7 |
| Partnered gym | Fitness access off-property (New York Sports Club) |
Room types to consider for exploring comfort
Select a room type based on whether you want extra space, a view or an outdoor area. Room names at Arlo NoMad include Room (Sky), Room, Terrace Room, Essential Room, Room (Bunk), City Room and Room, Corner — some room types list outdoor spaces such as balconies or terraces, which may be unsuitable for young children and should be confirmed with the property.
If you plan to use the rooftop often for skyline views, consider booking a room with city-facing windows or a Sky Room variant to maximize daylight views from your room.
- Room (Sky) — options with King or Queen beds
- Terrace Room — lists an outdoor terrace in descriptions (confirm if traveling with small children)
- Room (Bunk) — two Twin Beds, useful for families or groups
| Room name | Notes |
|---|---|
| Room (Sky) | King or Queen bed options |
| Essential Room | King or Queen bed options |
| Room (Bunk) | Two Twin Beds |
