Elmer Holmes Bobst Library, New York City

Name: Elmer Holmes Bobst Library
Address: 70 Washington Square South, New York City, United States
Telephone: +1 212-998-2500

#1212 among attractions in New York City

Library, Neoclassical architecture

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Elmer Holmes Bobst Library, New York City

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The Elmer Holmes Bobst Library, often referred to as simply Bobst Library or Bobst, is the main library at New York University in Manhattan, New York City. The library is located at 70 Washington Square South between LaGuardia Place and the Schwartz pedestrian plaza, across from the southeast corner of Washington Square Park and next to Gould Plaza. ()

Alternative names: Coordinates: 40°43'46"N, 73°59'50"W

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70 Washington Square SouthDowntown Manhattan (Greenwich Village)New York City United States

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+1 212-998-2500

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Day trips

Elmer Holmes Bobst Library – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: The Bitter End, Le Poisson Rouge, Washington Square Park, Center for Architecture.

~680 ftSW
Nightlife, Dancing
The Bitter End, New York City
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~820 ftSW
Dancing, Nightlife
Le Poisson Rouge, New York City
4 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Greenwich Village, Le Poisson Rouge is a beacon of New York City's vibrant live music scene. This dynamic venue, known affectionately as LPR, offers an eclectic mix of performances that make it an essential destination for music enthusiasts...
~510 ftN
Storied Greenwich Village gathering spot
Washington Square Park, New York City
3 min walk • Washington Square Park is a vibrant and iconic public space nestled in the heart of Greenwich Village, New York City. This 9.75-acre park is a social hub, rich with history and bustling with life, making it a must-visit destination for tourists and a beloved gathering...
~460 ftSW
Museum
Center for Architecture, New York City
3 min walk • The Center for Architecture is located in the neighborhood of Greenwich Village at 536 LaGuardia Place, between West 3rd Street and Bleecker Street in Manhattan, New York City.
~430 ftNW
Church, Neo-renaissance architecture, Stanford White
Judson Memorial Church, New York City
3 min walk • The Judson Memorial Church is located on Washington Square South between Thompson Street and Sullivan Street, near Gould Plaza, opposite Washington Square Park, in the Greenwich Village neighborhood of the New York City borough of Manhattan.
~1190 ftNW
Dancing, Nightlife
Blue Note, New York City
6 min walk • Blue Note Jazz Club is a jazz club and restaurant located at 131 West 3rd Street in Greenwich Village, New York City. The club was opened on September 30, 1981, by owner and founder Danny Bensusan, with the Nat Adderley Quintet being the featured performers for the night.
~900 ftNW
Theater
Provincetown Playhouse, New York City
5 min walk • The Provincetown Playhouse is a historic theatre at 133 MacDougal Street between West 3rd and West 4th Streets in the Greenwich Village neighborhood of Manhattan, New York City.
~790 ftW
Shopping, Market
The Market NYC, New York City
4 min walk • The Market NYC is a designer and vintage goods flea market with outlets in several location in New York City. The market has two locations: one at 290 Mulberry Street in Nolita, Manhattan and another at 218 Bedford Avenue in the Williamsburg neighborhood of Brooklyn.
~960 ftS
Theater, Concerts and shows, Bars and clubs
Lynn Redgrave Theater, New York City
5 min walk • The Lynn Redgrave Theater was an Off-Broadway theater located in New York City, New York, that was previously known as the Bleecker Street Theater and 45 Bleecker Street Theater, the theater name was changed in 2013.
~970 ftW
Nightlife, Comedy club
Comedy Cellar, New York City
5 min walk • The Comedy Cellar is a comedy club in Manhattan where many top New York comedians perform. It is widely considered to be the best comedy club in the country.
~1270 ftW
Theater
Minetta Lane Theatre, New York City
7 min walk • The Minetta Lane Theatre is a 391-seat off-Broadway theatre on Minetta Lane in the Greenwich Village neighborhood of lower Manhattan, New York City. Significant productions include Marvin's Room in 1992, Jeffrey in 1994, and The Last Five Years in 2002.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Elmer Holmes Bobst Library?

Nearby attractions include New York University, New York City (1 min walk), Skirball Center for the Performing Arts, New York City (1 min walk), Campus of New York University, New York City (2 min walk), Grey Art Gallery, New York City (2 min walk).

How to get to Elmer Holmes Bobst Library by public transport?

The nearest stations to Elmer Holmes Bobst Library:

Bus

Broadway & West 3rd Street • Lines: M55 (5 min walk)

Metro

8th Street–New York University • Lines: N, Q, R, W (7 min walk)
West 4th Street–Washington Square • Lines: <F>, A, B, C, D, E, F, M (7 min walk)

Ferry

Brookfield Place / Battery Park City Ferry Terminal (38 min walk)