Trek Zone

Prospect Cemetery, New York City

#2018 among attractions in New York City

Cemetery
Prospect Cemetery

Facts and practical information

Built: 1668 (356 years ago)Coordinates: 40°42'5"N, 73°47'58"W
Address

159TH StSoutheastern Queens (Jamaica)New York City United States

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Prospect Cemetery – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Captain Tilly Park, Loew's Valencia Theatre, Judge Moses Weinstein Playground, Montauk Branch.

  • captain tilly park new york city0.7 miN
  • loews valencia theatre new york city0.4 miNE
  • judge moses weinstein playground new york city1.6 miNW
  • montauk branch new york city0.9 miE
  • king manor new york city~1360 ftNW
  • jamaica performing arts center new york city~730 ftNW
  • jamaica first german presbyterian church new york city1 miNE
  • proctor hopson circle new york city0.7 miE
  • jamaica chamber of commerce building new york city~1530 ftN
  • jamaica new york city~810 ftN
  • jamaica savings bank new york city0.5 miW

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Prospect Cemetery?

Nearby attractions include St. Monica's Church, New York City (2 min walk), Jamaica Performing Arts Center, New York City (4 min walk), Jamaica, New York City (4 min walk), Jamaica Center for Arts & Learning, New York City (5 min walk).

How to get to Prospect Cemetery by public transport?

The nearest stations to Prospect Cemetery:

Metro
  • Jamaica Center–Parsons/Archer • Lines: E, J, Z (3 min walk)
  • Sutphin Boulevard–Archer Avenue–JFK Airport • Lines: E, J, Z (12 min walk)

Bus
  • Archer Avenue & 153rd Street • Lines: Q44 Sbs, Q9 (5 min walk)
  • Jamaica Avenue & 150th Street • Lines: Q24, Q30, Q31, Q54, Q56, Q6, Q8, Q9 (7 min walk)

Train
  • Jamaica (12 min walk)

Light rail
  • Jamaica • Lines: Jfk (13 min walk)

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