Grant's Tomb, New York City

Name: Grant's Tomb
Address: 122nd St And Riverside Dr, New York City, 10027, United States
Telephone: +1 212-666-1640

#104 among attractions in New York City

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Facts and practical information

Grant's Tomb, officially known as the General Grant National Memorial, stands as a solemn testament to the legacy of Ulysses S. Grant, the 18th President of the United States and the commanding general of the Union Army during the Civil War. Nestled in the city park of Riverside Drive in New York City, this imposing mausoleum is not only a significant historical site but also a serene reprieve from the bustling city life.

Completed in 1897, the neoclassical structure is reminiscent of the grand tombs of ancient leaders, with its large granite exterior and domed roof. Visitors to Grant's Tomb can explore the peaceful surroundings and delve into the life and times of President Grant and his wife, Julia Dent Grant, who is interred alongside him. The interior of the tomb features striking frescoes, marble benches, and the twin sarcophagi of the Grants, all beneath a majestic rotunda.

The site offers more than just a history lesson; it provides sweeping views of the Hudson River and is adjacent to Riverside Park, making it a perfect spot for picnics and leisurely walks. History enthusiasts will appreciate the educational programs and interpretive tours that delve into Grant's impact on American history and his role in the Civil War.

Alternative names: Architectural style: NeoclassicismVisitors per year: 80 thous.Coordinates: 40°48'49"N, 73°57'47"W

Address

122nd St And Riverside DrUpper Manhattan (Harlem)New York City 10027 United States

Contact

+1 212-666-1640

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Day trips

Grant's Tomb – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Cathedral of Saint John the Divine, Peace Fountain, Riverside Park, Riverside Church.

0.7 miS
Church, Gothic Revival architecture, Sacred and religious sites
Cathedral of Saint John the Divine, New York City
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Monuments and statues
Peace Fountain, New York City
18 min walk • The Peace Fountain is a striking and thought-provoking sculpture located in the vibrant city of New York City, United States. As a hidden gem nestled in the Manhattan neighborhood of Morningside Heights, it stands adjacent to the Cathedral of Saint John the Divine, the...
0.5 miSW
Expansive historic park with playgrounds
Riverside Park, New York City
13 min walk • Riverside Park is a scenic waterfront public park in the Upper West Side, Morningside Heights, and Hamilton Heights neighborhoods of the borough of Manhattan in New York City.
~620 ftS
Church, Gothic Revival architecture, Sacred and religious sites
Riverside Church, New York City
3 min walk • Riverside Church is an interdenominational church in the Morningside Heights neighborhood of Manhattan, New York City, on the block bounded by Riverside Drive, Claremont Avenue, 120th Street and 122nd Street near Columbia University's Morningside Heights campus and across from Grant's Tomb.
0.6 miSE
Park
Morningside Park, New York City
15 min walk • Morningside Park is a 30-acre public park in Upper Manhattan, New York City. The park is bounded by 110th Street to the south, 123rd Street to the north, Morningside Avenue to the east, and Morningside Drive to the west.
0.6 miS
Church, Neoclassical architecture
Church of Notre Dame, New York City
16 min walk • The Church of Notre Dame is a parish of the Roman Catholic Archdiocese of New York. The church is located at 40 Morningside Drive and the rectory at 405 West 114th Street in Morningside Heights, Manhattan, New York City.
0.7 miE
Street
125th Street, New York City
17 min walk • 125th Street, co-named Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard, is a two-way street that runs east–west in the New York City borough of Manhattan, from First Avenue on the east to Marginal Street, a service road for the Henry Hudson Parkway along the Hudson River in the west. It is often considered to be the "Main Street" of Harlem.
~330 ftSE
Park
Sakura Park, New York City
2 min walk • Sakura Park is a public park located in the Morningside Heights neighborhood in Manhattan, New York City, north of West 122nd Street between Riverside Drive and Claremont Avenue.
~1960 ftS
Library, Beaux-Arts architecture, Neoclassical architecture
Low Memorial Library, New York City
10 min walk • The Low Memorial Library is a building on the campus of Columbia University in Morningside Heights, Manhattan, New York City, United States.
0.6 miNE
Skyscraper
Riverside Park Community, New York City
15 min walk • The Riverside Park Community apartment complex is a group of five buildings ranging in height from 11 to 35 stories at 3333 Broadway between West 133rd and 135th Streets, in Harlem, Manhattan, New York City, United States.
0.5 miS
Library, Neoclassical architecture
Butler Library, New York City
13 min walk • Butler Library is located on the Morningside Heights campus of Columbia University at 535 West 114th Street, in Manhattan, New York City.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

When is Grant's Tomb open?

Grant's Tomb is open:

Monday closed
Tuesday closed
Wednesday 9 am - 5 pm
Thursday 9 am - 5 pm
Friday 9 am - 5 pm
Saturday 9 am - 5 pm
Sunday 9 am - 5 pm

Which popular attractions are close to Grant's Tomb?

Nearby attractions include Sakura Park, New York City (2 min walk), Manhattan School of Music, New York City (3 min walk), Riverside Church, New York City (3 min walk), Union Theological Seminary, New York City (4 min walk).

How to get to Grant's Tomb by public transport?

The nearest stations to Grant's Tomb:

Bus

Broadway & West 120th Street • Lines: M60 Sbs (6 min walk)
Amsterdam Avenue & West 125th Street • Lines: M60 Sbs (9 min walk)

Metro

125th Street • Lines: 1, A, B, C, D (15 min walk)
116th Street–Columbia University • Lines: 1 (11 min walk)