The Richard Rodgers Theatre is located in midtown Manhattan, in central New York City. When you come here to see a show, you might want to stay over to explore the Big Apple. It seems almost impossible to visit the Richard Rodgers Theatre for an event and not stay to visit the incredible tourist hot spot that is New York City! With so much to offer, including attractions, museums, worldwide famous parks, cafes, restaurants, galleries, shops, bars, clubs and just the general beauty that lies within its streets, including plenty of music and theatre – there is something for everyone in the city that never sleeps.

Hotels Nearby

You’ll be going to 226, W 46th St. The closest hotels to Richard Rodgers Theatre don’t come cheap.

Paramount Hotel Times Square

Almost next door to Richard Rodgers Theatre is the recently renovated Paramount, at 235 W 46th St. This is a hip and trendy 4-star hotel, in a classic edifice dating from 1928. It has 597 rooms on 19 floors, a bar and full-service restaurant. Other amenities include a pop-up store and a 24-hour fitness center, plus live music entertainment. The hotel is fully ADA accessible, pet-friendly and has free WiFi. Room rates currently start at a fairly modest $161.

New York Marriott Marquis Hotel Times Square

This 4-star hotel is just 0.1 miles east of Richard Rodgers, but you’ll definitely pay for the privilege. It’s a very highly rated, upscale hotel, offering 1,957 rooms and suites on 49 floors. You have to pay heavily for valet parking and internet access, and pets aren’t allowed. The Marriott Marquis has two lounges and two restaurants, as well as room service. Current room rates start at $382.

Hotel Edison New York

0.1 mile west of Richard Rodgers Theatre is the Edison, at 228 W 47th Street. It’s not as highly rated as the Marquis, but this is reflected in the price, which currently starts at $252. It offers 900 rooms on 22 floors, with a restaurant, lounge and exercise room. Again, you’ll be paying quite a lot extra for internet and valet parking, and pets aren’t allowed.

If you’re on a budget and don’t mind cutting corners, there are plenty of cheaper hotels around Times Square. Many of them don’t pull punches, and you get what you pay for. Some people prefer to go for private lets or room-sharing.

Restaurants Nearby

When you visit Richard Rodgers Theatre you’ll be spoiled for choice. From burgers to haute cuisine, vegan, sushi and fusion, you’ll see restaurants here of every type and price.

The closest restaurant to Richard Rodgers Theatre is the Trattoria Trecolori, at 254 W 47th St. It offers traditional Italian food, as do Carmines and Becco, which are slightly further away but higher rated. There’s also an Olive Garden on the corner of W 47th and 7th.

At 732 8th Ave, the next closest choice is the Playwright Celtic Pub, with typical pub grub like shepherds’ pie or fish’n’chips, but also excellent stews and mussels. Good food and beer, but it can be loud.

Less than 0.2 miles from Richard Rodgers Theatre is Junior’s, a highly-recommended New American restaurant and bakery. It’s casual and accessible, with quick bites, late-night service, comfort food, and a bar. Cheesecake is a specialty!

Local Attractions

There are lots of things to do near Richard Rodgers Theatre. Central Park, the Museum of Modern Art and Times Square are all within a few minutes’ walk. You could also head west along 43rd St. to the river and take a sightseeing cruise.