is a neighborhood on Manhattan's west side, built on platforms to preserve the active rail yard and train lines below. Just a short walk from the , the complex offers dining, shopping and lodging at over 100 businesses in a 28-acre radius, convenient for breaks between conferences and after-hours recreation. Beyond food and retail, the area is home to art and cultural institutions, public installations and acres of walkable plazas and gardens. Don't forget to look up—among the skyscrapers is 30 Hudson Yards, home to , the highest observation deck in the Western Hemisphere. Make the most of your free time by visiting these standout Hudson Yards venues. What to See and Do at Hudson YardsMust-See Art One of Hudson Yard's biggest attractions is , a dynamic, one-of-a-kind art space that operates as a museum and performance venue. The Shed has hosted lectures and performances by prominent avant-garde artists like Björk and director Boots Riley, and highlights emerging artists through residencies and civic programs. The Shed is also the home of , an acclaimed international art fair that takes place every spring. Hudson Yards is buttressed by the end of , which extends a mile and a half through Chelsea's gallery district and ends at the . The elevated railway was repurposed as a public park, flanked by shrubs and floral gardens. Along the way, you'll find art installations, lookout points, and food and drink vendors. Keep an eye out for murals and sculptures throughout Hudson Yards' building lobbies and its public plaza and gardens. NYC Views Edge at 30 Hudson Yards is the highest outdoor observation deck in the Western Hemisphere. Visitors can sip champagne while taking in the dramatic cityscape from 100 stories up (1,100 feet high). If the glass floor doesn't provide enough thrill, the experience allows you to scale the building (with a harness, of course) and lean out from the platform for unencumbered views of the City. , the unmissable steel structure at 20 Hudson Yards is set to reopen soon. Visitors can wind through the spiral staircase for vantages at 80 different landings, culminating in views of the City and the Hudson River from 150 feet high. Upon reopening, the copper-hued edifice will be enclosed with floor-to-ceiling steel mesh.Where to Shop at Hudson YardsHudson Yards has around for splurging (Louis Vuitton, Cartier, Dior) or snagging the essentials (MUJI, Uniqlo). Find gifts to bring back home at PIQ, which carries books, designer toys and accessories, or spoil your pup with a Swarovski-studded collar from Bonefly. In a pinch, you can get a quick shave or trim at Fellow Barber, or fix a broken heel at Jim's Shoe Repair before your next meeting. Where to Eat and Drink at Hudson Yards There are many places to dine within Hudson Yards, including upscale restaurants, fast-casual spots, coffee shops and cocktail bars. Chef and restaurateur José Andrés is at the helm of at 10 Hudson Yards, which offers a variety of dining experiences and cuisine from multiple Spanish regions. You can enjoy Iberian-style breakfast all day at Spanish Diner; steak at Leña, an homage to asadores (grill restaurants) in the Basque Country and Asturias; tapas and sangria at La Barra; and seafood at Mar. , a New York City staple known for their bagels, smoked fish and caviar, opened a Hudson Yards outpost complete with the charms of its original Lower East Side location. Mediterranean restaurant can accommodate larger parties for lively dinners. They have shareable dips like whipped ricotta, eggplant and tahini, and inventive main courses like Moroccan fried chicken and lobster kebabs. For dinner with a view, visit , located on the 101st floor of 30 Hudson Yards (one level above the Edge observation deck). Peak serves carefully plated, locally sourced dishes for lunch and dinner. Their cocktail bar and lounge Peakaboo opens from 11pm until late on Friday and Saturday nights and has live entertainment by DJs and burlesque performers. on West 33rd Street is a cozy and stylish Italian spot from restaurateur Danny Meyer and chef Hillary Sterling, featuring live-fire cooking and housemade pastas. Rich combinations like tagliatelle with tomato and buffalo butter; and linguine with clams, green chilies and Meyer lemon are available at lunch and dinner. The restaurant can accommodate large groups for private dining. Host an event for your party and gain access to a private bar, outdoor terrace and views of the Empire State Building. A new addition to Hudson Yards, is a first-of-its-kind espresso martini bar, located inside the restaurant. The lounge gets its name from the 4,000 roses decorating the space. For something more casual, head to the Bronx Brewery's . The menu emphasizes Puerto Rican cuisine and slow-cooked meats, as well as an array of craft beers brewed on-site.If you're not ready to decide where to eat, explore , a food hall with more than a dozen drinking and dining options from a variety of culinary regions. For fast-casual, try Mediterranean at Soom Soom, sushi at Krispy Rice or Mexican fusion at Me Tacos. You can also have a sit-down meal at Katsuya, which serves innovative Japanese-California fusion, or Casa Dani, offering dishes inspired by Spain's Mediterranean south. Stay for a craft cocktail at the elegant S Bar lounge.