Neighborhood guide for Westside Theatre Upstairs

Where Westside Theatre Upstairs sits in Midtown

Westside Theatre Upstairs is at 407 West 43rd St in New York, close to 9th Avenue in the Hell’s Kitchen and Times Square area. From the venue you can walk toward 8th Avenue and Times Square for major attractions, or a block toward 9th Avenue for a dense cluster of casual restaurants and cafes. Use this page to get a sense of what is within a short walk, then check the dedicated directions, restaurants, attractions, and places to stay guides for step‑by‑step planning.

Quick dining options within a short walk

You do not have to go far from the theatre to find food or a drink. The blocks immediately around West 43rd Street and 9th Avenue have multiple sit‑down restaurants, bars, and grab‑and‑go spots, so you can decide based on how much time you have before or after the show.

• MollyosAbout 10 m away on West 43rd Street, very close for a pre‑show bite.
• BEARoughly 10 m away on West 43rd Street, an easy option just down the block.
• StarbucksAround 30 m away on 9th Avenue, convenient for coffee or a quick snack.
• ViVi Bubble Tea and Swift EatsRoughly 30–35 m away on 9th Avenue, handy if you want bubble tea or fast casual food nearby.
• Dalton's and LenwichAbout 40–45 m away on 9th Avenue, close options for a bar setting or sandwiches.
• AjisaiAround 50 m away on 9th Avenue, a nearby Japanese restaurant choice.

Attractions you can pair with a show

If you are turning your visit into a longer Midtown outing, several parks, sculptures, and well‑known sights are walkable from Westside Theatre Upstairs. You can choose between smaller neighborhood parks in Hell’s Kitchen and the bright lights and museums around Times Square.

• McCaffrey PlaygroundAbout 110 m away, a nearby neighborhood park for a short break outdoors.
• Matthews-Palmer PlaygroundRoughly 235 m away, another local park within walking distance to the northwest.
• Madame Tussauds New York and Ripley's Believe It or Not!Around 465–490 m away on West 42nd Street, close to the Times Square area for museum‑style attractions.
• Times Square and Duffy SquareRoughly 600–650 m away, with several public artworks and viewpoints including the Times Square Ball and statues such as George M. Cohan and Francis P. Duffy.
• Museum of BroadwayAbout 720 m away on West 45th Street, focused on the history of Broadway theatre.

Parking and getting dropped off near the theatre

Driving into this part of Midtown is possible, but planning ahead matters because most options are paid facilities rather than street parking. Several parking facilities sit on nearby cross streets, and some hotels in the area also have associated parking. For detailed driving directions and comparisons, use the dedicated Westside Theatre Upstairs parking guide.

• West 45th Street facilitiesParking facilities are located along West 45th Street within walking distance of the theatre.
• West 42nd, 40th, and 46th StreetsAdditional parking facilities are available on these nearby cross streets, offering more options a few blocks away.
• TownePlace Suites areaTownePlace Suites in the neighborhood is associated with parking facilities that some visitors may use when staying nearby.
• Other nearby facilitiesAdditional parking facilities are noted in the surrounding blocks, so you can compare locations and walking distance when you plan your route.

Hotels in the surrounding area

If you are staying overnight, several hotels are located in the broader neighborhood around Westside Theatre Upstairs. They place you within walking distance of both the theatre and major Midtown sights. For more detail on walking times and how each property lines up with your plans, use the Westside Theatre Upstairs places to stay guide.

• The Pod Times SquareLocated in the area around the theatre, convenient for Times Square and nearby venues.
• Ramada and TownePlace SuitesArea hotels that many visitors use as a base for Midtown and Hell’s Kitchen.
• YOTEL and Hotel SchermanHotels in the surrounding neighborhood that keep you close to West 43rd Street and 9th Avenue.
• InterContinental New York Times SquareAn area hotel near Times Square, within reach of the theatre and major attractions.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the area around Westside Theatre Upstairs walkable to Times Square attractions?

Yes. From Westside Theatre Upstairs you can walk to multiple Times Square–area attractions. Madame Tussauds New York and Ripley's Believe It or Not! Are roughly 465–490 meters away on West 42nd Street, and Times Square itself, along with Duffy Square and several public artworks such as the Times Square Ball and the George M. Cohan statue, is around 600–650 meters from the theatre.

Are there restaurants very close to Westside Theatre Upstairs for a pre-show meal?

Several restaurants and cafes are within a short walk of the theatre. Mollyos and BEA are about 10 meters away on West 43rd Street, while spots like Starbucks, ViVi Bubble Tea, Swift Eats, Dalton's, Lenwich, and Ajisai line nearby stretches of 9th Avenue within roughly 30–50 meters. This cluster makes it easy to grab food or drinks without leaving the immediate block.

Can I park near Westside Theatre Upstairs?

Parking is available at multiple facilities in the surrounding Midtown blocks. There are parking facilities on West 45th Street and additional options on West 42nd, West 40th, and West 46th Streets, as well as facilities associated with TownePlace Suites in the area. Specific prices, hours, and availability are not listed here, so check the Westside Theatre Upstairs parking guide or the facility you plan to use before you drive.

Are there parks or quieter outdoor spots near the theatre?

Yes. McCaffrey Playground is about 110 meters from Westside Theatre Upstairs, and Matthews-Palmer Playground is roughly 235 meters away. Both are neighborhood parks where you can pause outdoors before or after a performance.

Is it practical to stay at a nearby hotel when seeing a show at Westside Theatre Upstairs?

Staying nearby is practical because several hotels are located in the surrounding area, including The Pod Times Square, Ramada, TownePlace Suites, YOTEL, Hotel Scherman, and InterContinental New York Times Square. These properties place you within walking distance of the theatre and Midtown attractions; for more details, use the Westside Theatre Upstairs places to stay guide.