There’s nothing quite like the magic of the holidays in New York City! For a unique experience away from the Midtown crowds, it’s time to explore the charm of Washington Heights.

This season, book a stay at Radio Hotel and enjoy easy access to some of New York’s most authentic holiday attractions, just minutes away.

And when it’s time to refuel, enjoy a meal at their on-site Dominican restaurant, Jalao–great for before or after your festive adventures. Here’s are a fewmust-see holiday sights near Radio Hotel, perfect for an unforgettable, festive stay.

Washington Heights During the Holidays – A Brief Guide 

New York Botanical Garden, Holiday Train Show – 40 min NYC transit, 30 min by car

Explore the Bronx, Washington Heights’ northern neighbor, this holiday season! From November 16, 2024, to January 20, 2025, the New York Botanical Garden presents its enchanting Holiday Train Show. Watch model locomotives weave through a stunning display featuring twinkling, plant-based replicas of iconic New York architecture, creating a magical, miniature cityscape. Perfect for a family outing or a festive date, this annual tradition is not to be missed!

United Palace, December Events – 12 min walk, 7 min by car

This December, Washington Heights’ historic United Palace, a 1930s theater, is hosting a series of festive shows to celebrate the season:

• Nutcracker Magic Christmas Ballet – December 4, 2024, at 7 PM 

• Samara Joy: A Joyful Holiday – December 13, 2024, at 8 PM 
• Cuentos con Santa – December 20, 2024, at 4 PM  

The Met Cloisters, Medieval ‘Christmastide’– 20 min NYC transit, 15 min by car
Discover Manhattan’s hidden gem, The Met Cloisters, this holiday season as it celebrates medieval Christmas traditions with Medieval ‘Christmastide’ Decorations. From December 12, 2024, to January 7, 2025, the Main Hall will be adorned with authentic, locally sourced decorations like holly, rose hips, and hand-polished lady apples, offering a beautiful tribute to the customs of the past.

Morris Jumel Mansion, Charles Dickens ‘A Christmas Carol’ – 12 min NYC transit, 10 min by car

Experience the holiday spirit at the Morris-Jumel Mansion, an 18th-century historic house museum in Washington Heights, with a live performance of Charles Dickens ‘A Christmas Carol’ by actor Jeffries Thaiss on December 19, 2024, at 7 PM. Tickets are limited, so plan your visit today!