Overview
Flushing-Northeast is a large area of Queens, a borough of New York City. Flushing contains a very large Chinatown, and in fact is more diverse than Manhattan's Chinatown. It also contains a large Korean and a large Indian neighborhood, with various other ethnic groups represented. Consider taking a trip there if you are visiting New York for more than a week, or if you would like a meal before or after watching a game at Citi Field or matches at the US Open.
14 sights · 5 things to do · 8 places to eat · 8 places to stay
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Best things about Flushing-Northeast
Bowne House
The John Bowne House was built by John Bowne in 1661. It is the oldest building in Queens, and it is one of the oldest buildings in New York City. John Bowne was a Quaker who advocated religious freedom, which was later …
Flushing Town Hall
Flushing Town Hall is a historic town hall built in 1862. At different times in its history, it was used as a government office, a social meeting place, a courthouse, a bank, and a jail. Today, Flushing Town Hall has a 3…
Kingsland Homestead
Kingsland Homestead is a historic home, built by Charles Doughty around 1774. It is now a museum with exhibits about the Victorian era, the slavery in Queens, and how Queens was affected by World War II.
Latimer House
The Lewis H. Latimer House is a Queen Anne-style of home, built around 1888. Between 1903 and 1928, it was the home of African-American inventor Lewis Howard Latimer. Today, it is a museum dedicated to his life and achie…
Old Quaker Meeting House
The Old Quaker Meeting House is a historic Quaker house of worship, built in 1694. It is the oldest house of worship in New York City and one of the oldest continuously active places of worship in North America. Quakers …
Queens Botanical Garden
Large garden and arboretum featuring a variety of plants, and also a Victorian-style wedding garden.
Plan your trip
Best time to visit & weather
Most comfortable: May–Oct. Summer highs reach about 86°F; winter lows dip to about 29°F. Cold months (Jan) can bring snow and ice; check road conditions. Wettest: Aug and Jul. (climate data from nearby New York City)
Blue bars: average daily high and low (°F). Purple columns: average monthly rain and melted snow (inches).
Getting there
- From you: to see whether to drive or fly, and how long it takes.
- LGA LaGuardia Airport, New York — 2 mi away (major hub). Directions
- JFK John F. Kennedy International Airport, New York — 9 mi away (major hub). Directions
Budget & where to stay
No prices are listed for this place yet. See the Sleep guide ↓ for options.
Sample 3-day itinerary
Day 1
- Morning Flushing Meadows–Corona Park, Wheel Fun Rentals, Queens Theatre
- Lunch JUQI
- Afternoon Unisphere, USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center
- Dinner 39 Kings Cafe
Day 2
- Morning Bowne House, Kingsland Homestead, Latimer House
- Lunch Hunan House
- Afternoon Flushing Town Hall, Old Quaker Meeting House
- Dinner Henan Feng Wei
Day 3
- Morning Kissena Golf Course
- Lunch Bagel Oasis
- Dinner The Sandwich Bar
Stops are grouped by area so each day needs little backtracking. Check opening hours before you go.
Food for you
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Get in
By subway
Go Subway
The Flushing–Main Street subway station is in the middle of Flushing, within walking distance to the entire downtown area. The subway is the easiest way to travel between Flushing and Manhattan. The subway serves almost every part of Manhattan. The Flushing–Main Street subway station is the last stop on the 7 train. Subway fare is the same price no matter how far a person travels within the subway system. On weekday afternoons, it is quicker to take the express 7, rather than the local 7, if you are at an express stop. The express train generally decreases the length of a trip between Manhattan to Flushing–Main Street by at least 10 minutes.
By Long Island Railroad
Go Long Island Railroad
The Flushing–Main Street station on the Port Washington Line of the Long Island Railroad is located in the middle of Flushing. The station is about two blocks south of the Flushing–Main Street subway station on the 7 train. On weekends, one-way LIRR fare within the city limits (including Manhattan's Penn Station) is $4.25. It is still more expensive and less scenic than the subway, but it is faster, about 20 minutes from Pennsylvania Station compared to 35–55 minutes using the 7 subway train from Times Square. It is also the best way to reach places that are east Flushing.
By bus
- There are many Metropolitan Transportation Authority buses that serve Flushing. Go to the MTA website to download a Queens bus map. While waiting for the bus, make sure you are on the correct side of the street for the direction you want to travel. The Q48 bus travels between LaGuardia Airport and Flushing.
By car
- Many highways and important streets travel to and from the center of Flushing. There is a lot of traffic in Flushing, and driving through Flushing takes a very long time, even for short distances. It is possible to rent a car at LaGuardia Airport and John F. Kennedy International Airport.
- Uber, Lyft, and other taxis serve Flushing.
By plane
Place LaGuardia Airport
(LGA) is the closest airport to Flushing. LaGuardia Airport has flights from many cities in the United States, but international flights are limited to Canada, Bermuda, and the Bahamas. The Q48 bus travels between LaGuardia Airport and Flushing. Uber, Lyft, and other taxis are also available.
Place John F. Kennedy International Airport
(JFK) is also convenient to Flushing. Kennedy Airport has flights from many cities in the United States and many international flights. From Kennedy Airport, take the AirTrain to Jamaica station, and then take the Q20A bus, Q25 bus, Q34 bus, or Q44 bus to Flushing. Uber, Lyft, and other taxis are also available.
See
See Bowne House
The John Bowne House was built by John Bowne in 1661. It is the oldest building in Queens, and it is one of the oldest buildings in New York City. John Bowne was a Quaker who advocated religious freedom, which was later written into the Bill of Rights. John Bowne's great-grandson, Robert Bowne, strongly advocated for the end of slavery in America. The house was the home of several generations of the Bowne House until 1945, when it was donated and converted into a museum.
See Flushing Town Hall
Flushing Town Hall is a historic town hall built in 1862. At different times in its history, it was used as a government office, a social meeting place, a courthouse, a bank, and a jail. Today, Flushing Town Hall has a 308-seat concert hall/theater, a gallery, and a garden.
See Latimer House
The Lewis H. Latimer House is a Queen Anne-style of home, built around 1888. Between 1903 and 1928, it was the home of African-American inventor Lewis Howard Latimer. Today, it is a museum dedicated to his life and achievements, as well as those of other African-American scientists.
See Old Quaker Meeting House
The Old Quaker Meeting House is a historic Quaker house of worship, built in 1694. It is the oldest house of worship in New York City and one of the oldest continuously active places of worship in North America. Quakers continue to use the building for worship, at 11AM on the first Sunday of each month, and everyone is welcome to join in worship.
See Voelker Orth Museum
This is an historic home that was built by local businessman James Bouton in 1891. Eight years later, Conrad Voelcker bought the house, and the Voelcker family lived in the house for three generations. Today, it is a museum, and there is a Victorian garden and a bird sanctuary outside.
Flushing Meadows–Corona Park
See Flushing Meadows–Corona Park
It is a large public park with many trees, walking paths, two lakes, and grassy areas that are perfect for a picnic. The park is a popular place for residents to relax and play when the weather is nice. The park is 897 acres (3.6 square kilometers), so be prepared to walk a lot. It is possible to rent a bicycle near the Passarelle Building at the north entrance.
The park also contains the following places of interest.
See Queens Museum
A visual arts center featuring the Panorama of the City of New York, a large architectural scale model of New York City. Built for the 1964 World’s Fair, the display depicts all 895,000 of the city's buildings (excluding Far Rockaway due to space limitations). It was last fully updated in 1992, and newer buildings are added on an ongoing basis. The Twin Towers of the original World Trade Center remain in place. In addition to the Panorama, the museum has several other exhibits, including items related to the 1939 and 1964 World's Fairs, Tiffany glass, and various 20th-century artworks.
Do
Do New York Mets
The New York Mets have been playing baseball since 1962. Many people of all ages enjoy watching baseball, eating hot dogs or other food from the stadium, drinking beer, and enjoying the weather. (Outside food and drinks are not allowed inside. Security is strict.) Games on Monday through Saturday are usually in the evening, and games on Sundays are usually in the afternoon. The New York Mets are one of two Major League Baseball teams in New York City. The New York Mets and New York Yankees have a rivalry, and almost nobody likes both teams. This stadium was built in 2009, it has excellent sight lines, and its entrance pays homage to the arched facade of Ebbets Field, the long-since-demolished ballpark of the old Brooklyn Dodgers. The entrance is named the Jackie Robinson Rotunda, honoring the first black player in modern Major League Baseball, who played for the Dodgers at Ebbets Field. A museum dedicated to the New York Mets is next to the rotunda, and it is open on game days. If the Mets hit a home run, look for the Home Run Apple rising out of the center field wall. The area surrounding the stadium has nothing to do, though.
Buy
Shop Chang Jiang Supermarket
This is positively the biggest Chinese supermarket in New York. There are several other large Chinese supermarkets in the neighborhood, but Chang Jiang Supermarket is by far the best for most purposes. You want it, they've got it. Chang Jiang is patronized extensively. It has high-quality fresh produce, condiments, meats, poultry, fish and seafood, and prepared goods.
Eat
Eat JUQI
Probably what you're looking for out here: authentic and good Chinese food, but for a price. Your servers won't speak English, and your bizarre digital menu is in a confusing half Chinese/half English mix, but just get the classics: the duck is fantastic, of course, as are the lamb dishes.
Eat Henan Feng Wei
Nothing fancy, but quite authentic. Get the stir-fried cumin lamb biang biang noodles. The lamb soup is excellent as well.
Eat Maxi's Noodle
A must-go for the wontons and dumplings. It is often full on weekends, so be prepared to wait.
Eat 39 Kings Cafe
Delicious dim sum all day as well as a full menu. Come for the dim sum, stay for the specialty drinks with fun names.
Eat Hunan House
Authentic, very tasty and spicy Hunanese food in a quiet, historical part of Flushing about a half mile from the subway stop. Expect to spend about $20/person for a large dinner, and to leave with your mouth buzzing.
Eat Sushi Village
Asian restaurant which makes a little pricey sushi and other Asian goods, but all keeps it nice. Service is kinda slow. Think the restaurant's full? Think again! This restaurant has a tiny staircase that brings you down to the basement, where the service is obviously slower. Those are the good and bad about Sushi Village. Try the Kamikaze Roll if you want a hint of spice!
Eat Bagel Oasis
Often regarded as the best bagels in Queens, with an excellent variety of cream cheese spreads and sandwiches available. Inexpensive. Small store with no seating. It is a little far from anything of tourist interest. From Main Street and Roosevelt Avenue in Flushing, take the Q17 bus toward Jamaica. Ride about 20 minutes. Get off at 183rd Street. The bus stop is almost directly in front of Bagel Oasis.
Eat The Sandwich Bar
If you like "make your own", this is your place. Choose from seven types of schnitzel (or any of the other entrees or salads); then select sauces and toppings to your taste. Order something different every time; it won't get boring. Kosher.
Drink
Flushing is full of bubble tea places.
Sleep
There are many hotels in Flushing. Most hotels are basic with small rooms, but some hotels are larger and more comfortable.
Stay safe
Flushing is a safe neighborhood, and people walk around the neighborhood all week and almost all hours of the day and night. It is best not to walk between Flushing and Citi Field because the street is very unpleasant, going past automobile body shops and across bridges spanning the polluted Flushing River, with broken glass on the walkways. It is best to take the subway or a taxi to Citi Field instead. The streets near Willets Point Avenue have car repair shops, and it is not very safe at night.
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