See and do · Shows · 2026
The best Broadway shows in New York.
Every one from my own visits, updated September 2026. 7 places.
Seeing a Broadway show in New York City is an unforgettable experience. From the award-winning ballads of Hamilton to the whimsical journey of Wicked, each show has a mix of storytelling and entertainment. , there’s a Broadway show for you.
- HadestownTheater · Theater DistrictTragic and beautiful, this one of the most riveting musicals on Broadway in New York City.
- HamiltonTheater · Theater DistrictIn my opinion, this the best Broadway show in New York City and I envy anyone that gets to see it for the first time.
- Kimberly AkimboTheater · Theater DistrictThe narrative perfectly blends the absurd plot with a poignant reminder of the passing of time, it’s a NYC Broadway show you won’t easily forget.
- SpamalotTheater · Theater DistrictSpamalot is one of the funniest Broadway shows in New York City.
- Sweeney ToddTheater · Theater DistrictA roller-coaster of emotions, the outlandish characters are not relatable (they’re not supposed to be), yet it’s easy to get swept away by the often comedic tragedy of it all.
- The Lion KingTheater · Theater DistrictAfter seeing it for myself, I can confirm that the Lion King is one of the best shows on Broadway for kids.
- WickedTheater · Theater DistrictOffering a unique twist on the classic tale of The Wizard of Oz, Wicked is the most spellbinding Broadway show in New York City.
Hadestown
Theater · Theater District · Walter Kerr Theatre, 219 W 48th Street
Tragic and beautiful, this one of the most riveting musicals on Broadway in New York City.
Hamilton
Theater · Theater District · Richard Rodgers Theatre, 226 W 46th Street
In my opinion, this the best Broadway show in New York City and I envy anyone that gets to see it for the first time.
Kimberly Akimbo
Theater · Theater District · Booth Theater, 222 W 45th Street
The narrative perfectly blends the absurd plot with a poignant reminder of the passing of time, it’s a NYC Broadway show you won’t easily forget.
Spamalot
Theater · Theater District · St. James Theatre, 246 West 44th Street
Spamalot is one of the funniest Broadway shows in New York City.
Sweeney Todd
Theater · Theater District · Lunt-Fontanne Theatre, 205 W 46th Street
A roller-coaster of emotions, the outlandish characters are not relatable (they’re not supposed to be), yet it’s easy to get swept away by the often comedic tragedy of it all.
The Lion King
Theater · Theater District · Minskoff Theatre, 200 W 45th Street
After seeing it for myself, I can confirm that the Lion King is one of the best shows on Broadway for kids.
Wicked
Theater · Theater District · Gershwin Theater, 222 W 51st St, New York
Offering a unique twist on the classic tale of The Wizard of Oz, Wicked is the most spellbinding Broadway show in New York City.
Best Broadway shows in New York, 2026
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The full guide, with the ones that didn't make it and why: 16 Brilliant Broadway Shows in New York City (Local’s Guide).