Rental cars in Upper West Side from $33

If your trip to Upper West Side is all booked but your travel itinerary is looking a little empty, we can give you a helping hand.While you're strolling around the neighborhood, you simply can't miss Metropolitan Museum of Art and Solomon R. Guggenheim Museum. Remember to charge your camera! There are bound to be some fantastic photo opportunities.Give that rental car a break and stretch those legs. Not far from this neighborhood's center, Central Park is worth a visit. More adventure is waiting for you at American Museum of Natural History and Beacon Theater, which are also nearby.

There's nothing like winding down the car window and feeling the salty sea air in your hair while you're cruising along the coast. Pack some supplies and spend a few hours enjoying the sun at one of the magnificent beaches near Upper West Side. Well-loved options include:

• Orchard Beach (11 miles away).
• Plum Beach (14 miles away).
• Coney Island Beach (15 miles away).

After spending time mixing with like-minded people, it's always nice to be able to relax and unwind somewhere nearby. If you're visiting Upper West Side primarily for work, here are some of the best convention centers that are close to hotels and restaurants:

• PlayStation Theater (2 miles away).
• Jacob K. Javits Convention Center (2 miles away).
• Penn Plaza Pavilion (3 miles away).