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New York University, New York City

#1873 among attractions in New York City

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New York University, New York City

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Alternative names: Established: 1831 (193 years ago)Coordinates: 40°43'47"N, 73°59'51"W
Address

238 Thompson StreetDowntown Manhattan (Greenwich Village)New York City United States

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+1 212-998-1212
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    West 4th Street–Washington Square 7 min walk
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New York University – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: The Bitter End, Le Poisson Rouge, Washington Square Park, Center for Architecture.

  • the bitter end new york city~710 ftSW
    Nightlife, Dancing

    The Bitter End, New York City

    4 min walk • Nestled in the heart of New York City's Greenwich Village, The Bitter End stands as an iconic testament to the city's vibrant music scene. This historic nightclub, located at 147 Bleecker Street, has been a cornerstone of American music culture since its opening in...

  • le poisson rouge new york city~830 ftSW
    Dancing, Nightlife

    Le Poisson Rouge, New York City

    4 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Greenwich Village, Le Poisson Rouge is a beacon of New York City's vibrant live music scene. This dynamic venue, known affectionately as LPR, offers an eclectic mix of performances that make it an essential destination for music enthusiasts...

  • washington square park new york city~400 ftN
    Storied Greenwich Village gathering spot

    Washington Square Park, New York City

    2 min walk • Washington Square Park is a vibrant and iconic public space nestled in the heart of Greenwich Village, New York City. This 9.75-acre park is a social hub, rich with history and bustling with life, making it a must-visit destination for tourists and a beloved gathering...

  • center for architecture new york city~480 ftSW
    Museum

    Center for Architecture, New York City

    3 min walk • The Center for Architecture is located in the neighborhood of Greenwich Village at 536 LaGuardia Place, between West 3rd Street and Bleecker Street in Manhattan, New York City.

  • father demo square new york city~1330 ftW
    Park

    Father Demo Square, New York City

    7 min walk • Father Demo Square is a 0.25-acre triangular park and piazza bounded by Sixth Avenue, Bleecker Street, and Carmine Street in the South Village neighborhood of Lower Manhattan, New York City.

  • ifc center new york city~1300 ftNW
    Cinema, Nightlife

    IFC Center, New York City

    7 min walk • IFC Center is an art house movie theater in Greenwich Village, Manhattan, New York City. Located at 323 Sixth Avenue at West 3rd Street, it was formerly the Waverly Theater, an art house movie theater.

  • judson memorial church new york city~330 ftNW
    Church, Neo-renaissance architecture, Stanford White

    Judson Memorial Church, New York City

    2 min walk • The Judson Memorial Church is located on Washington Square South between Thompson Street and Sullivan Street, near Gould Plaza, opposite Washington Square Park, in the Greenwich Village neighborhood of the New York City borough of Manhattan.

  • blue note new york city~1110 ftW
    Dancing, Nightlife

    Blue Note, New York City

    6 min walk • Blue Note Jazz Club is a jazz club and restaurant located at 131 West 3rd Street in Greenwich Village, New York City. The club was opened on September 30, 1981, by owner and founder Danny Bensusan, with the Nat Adderley Quintet being the featured performers for the night.

  • provincetown playhouse new york city~810 ftNW
    Theater

    Provincetown Playhouse, New York City

    4 min walk • The Provincetown Playhouse is a historic theatre at 133 MacDougal Street between West 3rd and West 4th Streets in the Greenwich Village neighborhood of Manhattan, New York City.

  • the market nyc new york city~780 ftSW
    Shopping, Market

    The Market NYC, New York City

    4 min walk • The Market NYC is a designer and vintage goods flea market with outlets in several location in New York City. The market has two locations: one at 290 Mulberry Street in Nolita, Manhattan and another at 218 Bedford Avenue in the Williamsburg neighborhood of Brooklyn.

  • lynn redgrave theater new york city~1070 ftS
    Theater, Concerts and shows, Bars and clubs

    Lynn Redgrave Theater, New York City

    6 min walk • The Lynn Redgrave Theater was an Off-Broadway theater located in New York City, New York, that was previously known as the Bleecker Street Theater and 45 Bleecker Street Theater, the theater name was changed in 2013.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to New York University?

Nearby attractions include Skirball Center for the Performing Arts, New York City (1 min walk), Elmer Holmes Bobst Library, New York City (1 min walk), Campus of New York University, New York City (2 min walk), Judson Memorial Church, New York City (2 min walk).

How to get to New York University by public transport?

The nearest stations to New York University:

Bus
  • Broadway & West 3rd Street • Lines: M55 (5 min walk)
  • East 8th Street & Mercer Street • Lines: M1, M2, M3, M55, M8 (7 min walk)

Metro
  • West 4th Street–Washington Square • Lines: <F>, A, B, C, D, E, F, M (7 min walk)
  • 8th Street–New York University • Lines: N, Q, R, W (7 min walk)

Ferry
  • Brookfield Place / Battery Park City Ferry Terminal (38 min walk)

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