Map of New York City | Boroughs, Neighbourhoods & Location Guide

Map of New York City – Boroughs, Neighbourhoods & Location Guide

This page provides a map of New York City (NYC) along with a clear overview of its boroughs, neighbourhoods and geographic layout. It is designed for education, travel planning and general reference.

New York City is the largest city in the United States and includes five boroughs: Manhattan, Brooklyn, Queens, The Bronx and Staten Island.

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New York City is located in the northeastern United States and is made up of five boroughs: Manhattan, Brooklyn, Queens, The Bronx and Staten Island.

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Tip: This map shows all five boroughs of New York City, including major districts, rivers and surrounding metro areas.

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This map highlights New York City’s layout, including its boroughs, major transport routes and surrounding areas.

Where Is New York City Located?

New York City is located in the state of New York in the northeastern United States. It sits at the mouth of the Hudson River along the Atlantic coast.

  • North: Upstate New York
  • East: Long Island
  • West: New Jersey
  • South: Atlantic Ocean

Boroughs of New York City

New York City is divided into five boroughs, each functioning as a county and major administrative division.

  • Manhattan — central business and financial district
  • Brooklyn — most populous borough
  • Queens — largest borough by area
  • The Bronx — northern borough on the mainland
  • Staten Island — southern residential borough

Neighbourhoods and Districts

New York City contains hundreds of neighbourhoods and districts, each with distinct characteristics.

  • Manhattan: Midtown, Harlem, Upper East Side, Upper West Side, Financial District
  • Brooklyn: Williamsburg, Brooklyn Heights, Bushwick, Park Slope
  • Queens: Long Island City, Astoria, Flushing
  • The Bronx: South Bronx, Riverdale
  • Staten Island: St. George, Tottenville

Major Areas in New York City

  • Times Square — major commercial and entertainment hub
  • Central Park — large urban park in Manhattan
  • Wall Street — financial district
  • Brooklyn Bridge — iconic bridge connecting boroughs
  • Fifth Avenue — major shopping and cultural avenue

Key Geographic Features

  • Hudson River — western boundary
  • East River — separates Manhattan and Brooklyn/Queens
  • New York Harbor — major port area
  • Long Island Sound — northeastern waterway
  • Atlantic coastline — southern boundary

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New York City Map FAQs

  • How many boroughs are in New York City?
    New York City has five boroughs.
  • What is the largest borough?
    Queens is the largest by area.
  • Where is NYC located?
    NYC is located in the state of New York in the northeastern United States.

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