Washington Square Park, NYC
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Washington Square Park, NYC - by Josh Appel on Unsplash
Description
Washington Square Park is one of New York City's best-known parks (the chess tables in particular). It is dominated by the marble Washing Square Arch memorial erected in 1889 to celebrate the centennial of George Washington's inauguration as president of the U.S.A. Visitors can often see street performers in this 4ha park.
Access & Transport
The park is located at the southern end of Fifth Avenue, in Lower Manhattan. The closest metro stations are W 4 St - Wash Sq (A, B, C, D, E, F, M), 9th St (Path blue and orange) and 8 Street Station (N, Q, R, W).
Instructions & Recommendations
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Environmental & Social
Green activity despite the very urban environment. Marginally improves the living environment of residents
Conclusion
A melting pot not just of races but also of activities in the center of Manhattan - a kind of symbol of the city where one should expect the unexpected. Great place to watch street artists, try your chess skills, or just sit down and take a break.
Key positive
Lively and centrally located
Beautiful monumental arch
Key negative
None
Suitability
No restrictions
About this Rating
TYPE
Onsite
RESEARCHED IN
Updated in October 2023
PROVIDER
Koreval
av. transport time:0h 20m
est. visit time:0h 30m
Sunrise / early morningOk
MorningOk
Lunch timeOk
AfternoonOk
Sunset / eveningOk
Night – bef. midnightNo
Night – aft. midnightNo