51st Street, New York City

Name: 51st Street
Address: New York City, United States

#1433 among attractions in New York City

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51st Street is a 1.9-mile long one-way street traveling east to west across Midtown Manhattan. ()

Alternative names: Coordinates: 40°45'40"N, 73°58'53"W

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Midtown Manhattan (Theater District)New York City United States

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51st Street – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Museum of Modern Art, Rockefeller Center, Radio City Music Hall, 47th Street.

~1010 ftE
Museum, Art museum, Modern art museum
Museum of Modern Art, New York City
5 min walk • Nestled in the heart of New York City, the Museum of Modern Art (MoMA) stands as a sanctuary of creativity and innovation. Established in 1929, this illustrious institution is dedicated to being the foremost museum of modern art in the world.
~1110 ftSE
Iconic Midtown business complex
Rockefeller Center, New York City
6 min walk • Rockefeller Center, an iconic landmark in the heart of New York City, encapsulates the vibrancy and dynamism of urban life. Known primarily as a sprawling shopping center, this complex of 19 commercial buildings is much more than a mere retail destination.
~750 ftSE
Legendary theater, home of the Rockettes
Radio City Music Hall, New York City
4 min walk • Radio City Music Hall stands as an iconic entertainment venue in the heart of New York City. Known as the "Showplace of the Nation," this theater has been captivating audiences with its unique blend of art deco style and modern production since its opening in 1932.
~1040 ftSW
Street, Shopping, Shopping district
47th Street, New York City
6 min walk • 47th Street in New York City, often referred to as the heartbeat of the city's diamond district, is an iconic destination for both jewelry enthusiasts and curious tourists alike. Nestled in the bustling borough of Manhattan, this street is a glittering hub where an...
~580 ftNW
Church
Times Square Church, New York City
3 min walk • Nestled in the heart of New York City, Times Square Church stands as a beacon of faith amidst the bustling urban landscape. This interdenominational church, known for its vibrant congregation and dynamic worship services, is a unique spiritual haven within the city...
~1110 ftNW
Theater
Neil Simon Theatre, New York City
6 min walk • The Neil Simon Theatre, originally the Alvin Theatre, is a Broadway theater at 250 West 52nd Street in the Theater District of Midtown Manhattan in New York City. Opened in 1927, the theater was designed by Herbert J. Krapp and was built for Alex A. Aarons and Vinton Freedley.
~790 ftN
Shopping, Shopping centre
6½ Avenue, New York City
4 min walk • 6½ Avenue is a north-south pedestrian passageway in Midtown Manhattan, New York City, running from West 51st to West 57th Streets between Sixth and Seventh Avenues. The pedestrian-only avenue is a one-quarter mile corridor of privately owned public spaces, such as open-access lobbies and canopied space, which are open during the day.
~910 ftNW
Theater
Mark Hellinger Theatre, New York City
5 min walk • The Mark Hellinger Theatre is a church building at 237 West 51st Street in the Midtown Manhattan neighborhood of New York City, which formerly served as a cinema and a Broadway theatre. Opened in 1930, the Hellinger Theatre is named after journalist Mark Hellinger and was developed by the Warner Bros. as a movie palace.
~1060 ftN
Theater, Concerts and shows
Ed Sullivan Theater, New York City
6 min walk • The Ed Sullivan Theater is a theater at 1697–1699 Broadway, between 53rd and 54th Streets, in the Theater District of Midtown Manhattan in New York City.
~990 ftW
Theater
Ambassador Theatre, New York City
5 min walk • The Ambassador Theatre is a Broadway theater at 219 West 49th Street in the Theater District of Midtown Manhattan in New York City. Opened in 1921, the Ambassador Theatre was designed by Herbert J. Krapp and was constructed for the Shubert brothers. It has 1,125 seats across two...
~1150 ftNE
Monuments and statues, Sculpture
Love, New York City
6 min walk • Love is a pop art image by American artist Robert Indiana. It consists of the letters L and O over the letters V and E in bold Didone type; the O is slanted sideways so that its oblong negative space creates a line leading to the V.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to 51st Street?

Nearby attractions include Axa Equitable Center, New York City (2 min walk), Winter Garden Theatre, New York City (3 min walk), Times Square Church, New York City (3 min walk), CBS Building, New York City (4 min walk).

How to get to 51st Street by public transport?

The nearest stations to 51st Street:

Metro

7th Avenue • Lines: B, D, E (4 min walk)
50th Street • Lines: 1, 2 (4 min walk)

Bus

West 49th Street/Avenue of the Americas • Lines: M50 (3 min walk)
West 50th Street & 7th Avenue • Lines: M50 (3 min walk)

Train

Grand Central Terminal (16 min walk)
New York Penn Station (25 min walk)

Ferry

Midtown/West 39th Street (31 min walk)