Norwegian Seamen's Church, New York City

Name: Norwegian Seamen's Church
Address: New York City, United States

#766 among attractions in New York City

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The Norwegian Seamen's Church in New York is a Lutheran church serving Norwegian sailors, residents, and visitors in the greater New York City area. The church is located in 317 East 52nd Street on the east side of Manhattan in New York City. It was once located in Carroll Gardens ()

Coordinates: 40°45'21"N, 73°58'0"W

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Midtown Manhattan (Midtown East)New York City United States

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Norwegian Seamen's Church – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: St. Bartholomew's Episcopal Church, Beekman Tower, Central Synagogue, 100 East 53rd Street.

~1840 ftW
Church, Romanesque architecture, Sacred and religious sites
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~930 ftS
Skyscraper, Art Deco architecture
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~1750 ftNW
Synagogue, Museum
Central Synagogue, New York City
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~890 ftNW
Tower
100 East 53rd Street, New York City
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~1250 ftS
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~1910 ftE
Cycling, Bike path, Park
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~1230 ftNW
Street
52nd Street, New York City
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~1690 ftW
Art Deco architecture
General Electric Building, New York City
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~750 ftW
Park
Greenacre Park, New York City
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~1360 ftNW
Dancing, Nightlife
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~1700 ftW
Dancing, Nightlife
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Norwegian Seamen's Church?

Nearby attractions include Trygve Lie Gallery, New York City (1 min walk), Sutton Place Synagogue, New York City (4 min walk), Greenacre Park, New York City (4 min walk), 100 East 53rd Street, New York City (5 min walk).

How to get to Norwegian Seamen's Church by public transport?

The nearest stations to Norwegian Seamen's Church:

Bus

2 Av/E 54 St • Lines: M15 (3 min walk)
East 50th Street/2nd Avenue • Lines: M50 (4 min walk)

Metro

53rd Street–Lexington Avenue • Lines: E, M (6 min walk)
51st Street • Lines: <6>, 4, 6 (8 min walk)

Train

Grand Central Terminal (15 min walk)
Long Island City (29 min walk)