Pier 42, New York City

#258 among attractions in New York City

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Pier 42 is a pier in the Lower East Side of Manhattan, New York City. It was the last working cargo pier on the Manhattan shore of the East River, operating from 1963 to 1987. Since the early 2010s, plans have been underway to turn Pier 42 into a park. ()

Elevation: 0 ft a.s.l.Coordinates: 40°42'37"N, 73°58'56"W

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Downtown Manhattan (Lower East Side)New York City United States

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Pier 42 – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Museum at Eldridge Street, Manhattan Bridge, Williamsburg Bridge, Coleman Playground.

0.7 miNW
Museum, History museum
Museum at Eldridge Street, New York City
18 min walk • Nestled in the vibrant heart of New York City's Lower East Side, the Museum at Eldridge Street stands as a testament to the rich cultural tapestry that characterizes this historic neighborhood. Housed within the walls of the Eldridge Street Synagogue, a magnificent...
0.5 miSW
Linking Manhattan and Brooklyn since 1909
Manhattan Bridge, New York City
13 min walk • Spanning the East River, the Manhattan Bridge stands as a testament to the architectural prowess and historical significance of New York City. Completed in 1909, this suspension bridge connects the boroughs of Manhattan and Brooklyn, serving as a vital artery for the...
0.6 miE
Landmark bridge over the East River
Williamsburg Bridge, New York City
17 min walk • The Williamsburg Bridge is a vital artery in the bustling cityscape of New York City, serving as a key connection between Manhattan and the vibrant neighborhood of Williamsburg, Brooklyn. As a suspension bridge, it boasts an impressive structure that spans the East...
0.6 miW
Park
Coleman Playground, New York City
15 min walk • Coleman Playground is a public park on the border between the Chinatown and Lower East Side neighborhoods of Manhattan in New York City.
0.6 miNE
Park
East River Park, New York City
17 min walk • East River Park, also called John V. Lindsay East River Park, is 57.5-acre public park located on the Lower East Side of Manhattan, part of the New York City Department of Parks and Recreation.
0.6 miN
Museum, Art gallery
The Clemente, New York City
17 min walk • The Clemente Soto Vélez Cultural and Educational Center, often called The Clemente, is a Puerto Rican/Latinx cultural center named after Puerto Rican writer and activist, Clemente Soto Vélez.
0.7 miNW
Museum, Art museum
Shin Gallery, New York City
17 min walk • Shin Gallery is an encyclopedic art gallery owned by Hong Gyu Shin. It specializes in modern and contemporary art and hosts museum-quality exhibitions. It is located on the Lower East Side of Manhattan, New York, and opened in 2013. In 2014, an immersive project space was opened next to the gallery.
0.4 miN
Synagogue, Sacred and religious sites, Historical place
Bialystoker Synagogue, New York City
11 min walk • The Bialystoker Synagogue at 7–11 Bialystoker Place, formerly Willett Street, between Grand and Broome Streets in the Lower East Side neighborhood of Manhattan, New York City is an Orthodox Jewish synagogue.
0.6 miNW
Gothic Revival architecture, Synagogue
Beth Hamedrash Hagodol, New York City
15 min walk • Beth Hamedrash Hagodol is an Orthodox Jewish congregation that for over 120 years was located in a historic building at 60–64 Norfolk Street between Grand and Broome Streets in the Lower East Side neighborhood of Manhattan, New York City.
0.5 miNW
Park, Garden
Seward Park, New York City
13 min walk • Seward Park is a public park and playground in the Lower East Side neighborhood of Manhattan, New York City. Located north of East Broadway and east of Essex Street, it is 3.046 acres in size and is the first municipally built playground in the United States.
0.5 miNW
Church, Gothic Revival architecture
St. Teresa Church, New York City
13 min walk • The Church of St. Teresa is a Roman Catholic parish located at 16-18 Rutgers Street on the corner of Henry Street in the Lower East Side neighborhood of Manhattan, New York City. The parish is under the authority of the Archdiocese of New York.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Pier 42?

Nearby attractions include St. Augustine's Church, New York City (7 min walk), Grand Street, New York City (9 min walk), Bialystoker Synagogue, New York City (11 min walk), St. Mary Church, New York City (11 min walk).

How to get to Pier 42 by public transport?

The nearest stations to Pier 42:

Metro

East Broadway • Lines: <F>, F (13 min walk)
Essex Street • Lines: J, M, Z (17 min walk)

Bus

Pike St & Madison St • Lines: M15 (15 min walk)
tiger bus (16 min walk)