U Thant Island, New York City
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U Thant Island is a small artificial island or islet in the borough of Manhattan in New York City. The 100-by-200-foot island, created during the construction of the Steinway Tunnel directly underneath, is the smallest island in Manhattan. ()
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U Thant Island – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)
Nearby attractions include: Church Center for the United Nations, United Nations Headquarters, Franklin D. Roosevelt Four Freedoms Park, Beekman Tower.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Which popular attractions are close to U Thant Island?
Nearby attractions include United Nations Slavery Memorial, New York City (6 min walk), United Nations Secretariat Building, New York City (7 min walk), Japanese Peace Bell, New York City (7 min walk), United Nations Headquarters, New York City (7 min walk).
How to get to U Thant Island by public transport?
The nearest stations to U Thant Island:
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- East 42nd Street & 1st Avenue • Lines: M42 (7 min walk)
- East 41st Street & 1st Avenue • Lines: M42 (8 min walk)
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- Long Island City (14 min walk)
- Grand Central Terminal (21 min walk)
Metro
- Vernon Boulevard–Jackson Avenue • Lines: <7>, 7 (17 min walk)
- 42nd Street–Grand Central • Lines: <6>, <7>, 4, 5, 6, 7 (19 min walk)