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The High Line, NYC

812 Washington Street, New York, New York

Description

The High Line is a 2.3km (1.4mile) elevated urban 'trail' designed by repurposing a former rail spur on Manhattan West side, between Gansevoort St. and 34th St. It was inspired by the Coulée verte René-Dumont in Paris. The 'park' draws large numbers of tourists and has been instrumental in revitalizing the Chelsea neighbourhood.

Access & Transport

The '34 Street-Hudson Yards' subway station (7) provides immediate access at the northern end and '14 St / 8 Av' (A, C, E, L) is less than 10mins' walk from the southern one near The Whitney. Elevator status for those with mobility issues: https://www.thehighline.org/elevator-status/

Instructions & Recommendations

Free docent-led public tours are offered on Wednesdays and Saturdays throughout the year and on Tuesday as well from May to Oct.

Meta review

Very popular venue among travel boggers and frequently displayed in magazines suggesting original things to do when in New York. Online reviews are aplenty and mostly positive, pointing out this was an excellent idea and well executed - the main benefit being to take a walk without being bothered by traffic. There is a substantial number of visitors though who were quite disappointed after all the hype and did not enjoy the 'art' along the way + it can be crowded, particularly on weekends.

Environmental & Social

Repurposing of existing infrastructure with positive impact on surrounding neighbourhoods

Conclusion

Our conclusion might raise some eyebrows but... what is the fuss exactly about? Ok, good on repurposing, but there are frankly many more interesting walks to take in NYC. Calling it a park is really a misnomer and this is no escape from the city, unlike the Paris 'Coulee Verte'. One more example of how magazines and influencers distort public perception. Popularity breeds popularity.

Key positive

Positive economic impact on surrounding community

Key negative

Short and not much to see

Suitability

Accessible for visitors with reduced mobility via elevators

About this Rating

TYPE

Desktop

RESEARCHED IN

August 2024

PROVIDER

Koreval

Included Items
None
Timing
Duration of visit

av. transport time:0h 20m

est. visit time:1h

Regulated hours

Start of Season 1:Apr, 01

Season 1

MONDAY07:00 - 22:00

TUESDAY07:00 - 22:00

WEDNESDAY07:00 - 22:00

THURSDAY07:00 - 22:00

FRIDAY07:00 - 22:00

SATURDAY07:00 - 22:00

SUNDAY07:00 - 22:00

Start of Season 2:Dec, 01

Season 2

MONDAY07:00 - 20:00

TUESDAY07:00 - 20:00

WEDNESDAY07:00 - 20:00

THURSDAY07:00 - 20:00

FRIDAY07:00 - 20:00

SATURDAY07:00 - 20:00

SUNDAY07:00 - 20:00

Pricing
Free

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