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New York Public Library, New York City

#367 among attractions in New York City

Library, Specialty museum, Museum
New York Public Library

Facts and practical information

Alternative names: Established: 1895 (129 years ago)Coordinates: 40°45'12"N, 73°58'56"W
Address

476 5th Ave New York, NY 10018Midtown Manhattan (Midtown East)New York City 10018 United States

Contact
+1 212-930-0800
Day trips

New York Public Library – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Croton Aqueduct, Bryant Park, Broadway theatre, The Morgan Library & Museum.

  • croton aqueduct new york city~90 ftNW
  • bryant park new york city~480 ftW
  • broadway theatre new york city~1500 ftNW
  • the morgan library museum new york city~1470 ftS
  • library way new york city~160 ftE
  • josephine shaw lowell memorial fountain new york city~600 ftNW
  • new york yacht club new york city~890 ftN
  • park avenue viaduct new york city~1310 ftE
  • girl scout museum and archives new york city location map
    ~910 ftS
  • 500 fifth avenue new york city~340 ftNE
  • 42nd street new york city~780 ftNW

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

When is New York Public Library open?

New York Public Library is open:
  • Monday 8 am - 8 pm
  • Tuesday 8 am - 9 pm
  • Wednesday 8 am - 9 pm
  • Thursday 8 am - 8 pm
  • Friday 8 am - 6 pm
  • Saturday 10 am - 6 pm
  • Sunday 10 am - 5 pm

Which popular attractions are close to New York Public Library?

Nearby attractions include Library Way, New York City (1 min walk), 500 Fifth Avenue, New York City (2 min walk), Aeolian Building, New York City (2 min walk), Statue of William E. Dodge, New York City (2 min walk).

How to get to New York Public Library by public transport?

The nearest stations to New York Public Library:

Metro
  • 5th Avenue • Lines: <7>, 7 (2 min walk)
  • 42nd Street–Bryant Park • Lines: <F>, B, D, F, M (4 min walk)

Bus
  • W 42 St / 5 Av • Lines: M42 (2 min walk)
  • West 42nd Street & 5th Avenue • Lines: M42 (3 min walk)

Train
  • Grand Central Terminal (7 min walk)
  • New York Penn Station (16 min walk)

Ferry
  • Midtown/West 39th Street (32 min walk)

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