Jacob Javits Center

• New York National Boat Show
• American International Toy Fair
• New York International Auto Show
• Book Expo America

• The closest subway stop to the Jacob Javits Center is the A/C/E at 34th/8th Avenue.
• The M42 and M34 both make stops at the Jacob Javits Center. The M42 runs along 42nd Street and the M34 runs along 34th Street.
• Cabs are a convenient option for getting to the Jacob Javits Center. From Times Square a cab will cost about $6-8, including tip.

• Coat/Luggage Check
• Places to Eat: fast food options, including Starbucks, Nathans, a deli, etc.
• ATM: 2 Chase ATMs are available inside the Convention Center
• Concierge: for booking transportation, accommodations, restaurant reservations, tickets, etc.
• Wi-Fi: available for a fee
• Business Services: Kinkos/Fedex Center & Executive Suites

Here are a few other restaurant choices that are within walking distance:

• Daisy May's BBQ: (11th Ave & 46th St) Daisy May's serves tasty bbq in a cafeteria-style setting
• Landmark Tavern: (11th Ave & 46th St) Irish-American fare, as well as more upscale offerings
• Manganaros Hero Boy: (9th Ave between 37/38th Sts) Italian heros, pastas and salads
• Pam Real Thai: (47th between 9th & 10th Aves) Authentic Thai food
• 44 & X: (44th St & 10th Ave) New American cuisine (brunch on weekends, dinner daily)

• Register in advance whenever possible. It will save you a significant amount of time once you arrive at the Javits Center.
• If you're attending a popular event, dress for the weather. Lines to enter the convention center can be long, and the doormen aren't necessarily very sympathetic.
• Wear layers. The temperature inside of the convention center can range from hot to cold and you'll be happy if you can adjust your attire and be comfortable.
• Check your coat and luggage. You'll be happy you did once you're weighed down with all the brochures and swag you'll collect at the event.
• Bring a bottle of water if you want to avoid paying $3 for one inside the Javits Center. (There is often a vendor right outside the Jacob Javits Center selling bottles for about $1-2.)
• If your event has a floorplan online, plot out your route in advance. This way you can be sure not to miss any important exhibitors.
• Food tends to be overpriced and lines can be long during peak times, so bring a lunch or snacks with you and hit the vendors during off-peak times.
• If you find a long line at the restroom, head outside the exhibitors area to find additional facilities. Bathrooms just outside the actual conference entrances tend to be less crowded (& cleaner).
• Public transportation is a great option for getting to/from the Javits Center. Fare is $2 (coins or MetroCard) and it includes a free transfer to the subway with MetroCard.
• Taxis can be hard to come by when lots of folks are leaving at the end of an event, so reserve a car service or talk to the Javits Center Concierge if you want to avoid waiting.
• "Gypsy" cabs/vans (often livery cars, but not always) are often available outside the Javits Center -- negotiate the price of your ride before having them bring you anywhere.