Queens, New York

Queens is a borough of New York City occupying the western end of Long Island, coextensive with Queens County. It spans from the East River waterfront neighborhoods of Astoria and Long Island City to residential zones in Forest Hills, Jamaica, and Flushing. The borough encompasses dense urban blocks, commercial corridors, and tree-lined residential streets across its expanse. Queens connects to Manhattan by several bridges and the subway system, drawing residents and visitors from across the region.