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“Great Location in Manhattan often photographed”

Oct 2015

Great Spot in the city that is often photographed and sold as a souvenir. Actaully a cool spot where lots of good places to eat are but otherwise just another street on the lower west side near the west side highway.

“Cute street with "play on works"”

Jul 2015

This short street on the western fringe of Greenwich Village would even be cute without the play on words inherent in the orientation of some of the locals here. Just the name haws propelled rents nearby into the upper stratosphere.

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The area

Neighbourhood: Greenwich Village

Commonly known as “the Village” to New Yorkers, it was here in Greenwich Village that both 1960’s counter culture and the LGBT movement were born. Famous for its bohemian past, head to Washington Square Park to get a feel for this diverse and energetic neighbourhood. You’ll find NYU students, street performers, skateboarders, kids frolicking in the fountain, and locals relaxing and playing chess. Stroll the streets to discover a mix of majestic town homes and hidden bars and restaurants that give this neighbourhood an old-school residential feel. When the sun goes down, check out one of the famous jazz or comedy clubs that still packs them in every night.

How to get there

Christopher St – Sheridan Square • 3 min walk
West 4th St – Washington Square • 4 min walk

Best nearby

We rank these restaurants and attractions by balancing reviews from our members with how close they are to this location.

Restaurants

10,000 within 3 miles

Olio E Più

3,683

333 ft££ - £££ • Italian • Pizza • Vegetarian friendly

Petite Boucherie

755

240 ft££ - £££ • French • Vegetarian friendly • Vegan options

Numero 28 Pizzeria

1,903

0.2 mi££ - £££ • Italian • Pizza • Vegetarian friendly

Bleecker Street Pizza

1,896

0.2 mi£ • Italian • Pizza • Fast food

Posh Pop Bakeshop

262

0.3 mi££ - £££ • Dessert • American • Cafe

Boucherie West Village

1,916

0.1 mi££ - £££ • French • Vegetarian friendly • Vegan options

Molly's Cupcakes

693

0.2 mi£ • Bakeries • American

Amelie

464

0.2 mi££ - £££ • French • European • Wine Bar

Little Owl

1,276

0.2 mi££ - £££ • Italian • Greek • Vegetarian friendly

L'Artusi

547

0.2 mi££££ • Italian • European • Vegetarian friendly

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Attractions

2,822 within 6 miles

Greenwich Village

3,844

0.1 miNeighbourhoods

Stonewall National Monument

51

511 ftPoints of Interest & Landmarks • Historic Walking Areas

The Village Halloween Parade

53

245 ftCultural Events

51-53 Christopher Street

21

397 ftHistoric Sites

The Northern Dispensary

3

469 ftHistoric Sites • Points of Interest & Landmarks

St. Joseph's Church in Greenwich Village

6

242 ftChurches & Cathedrals

The Jefferson Market Garden

Jefferson Market Library

36

0.1 miLibraries

Barrow Street Theatre

37

0.1 miTheatres

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HaleyRobinson

Ocean City, NJ1 contribution

Gay Street is absolutely adorable.

Feb 2011

I've always wanted to visit Greenwich Village, and I figured Gay Street would be the place to start. There's a few bookstores in the area, of which my favorite was probably Three Lives And Company (154 West 10th Street), a warm little shop with radio music and a wonderful selection. Crowds were no problem since it's a bit out of the way, and it seemed - by far - friendlier. There are a few hairdressers and fashion places, along with a little grocery store, which has sit down tables for those who just want coffee and a muffin, but a selection of jams and fruit available too. If you're ever looking for somewhere just a bit more quiet but still interesting, Gay Street is the place to go.

Written 6 February 2011

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LWL3333

Wellington, FL17,965 contributions

Cute street with "play on works"

Jul 2015 • Couples

This short street on the western fringe of Greenwich Village would even be cute without the play on words inherent in the orientation of some of the locals here. Just the name haws propelled rents nearby into the upper stratosphere.

Written 20 October 2015

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Andrew T

1 contribution

High end área expensive rent nice stores

Oct 2014

Tow a motorcycle from this street is áll i know looks expensive . ,,212 andrewtrucker I once moved some one there seems like a fun area

Written 4 November 2014

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Allan S

New York City, NY7,083 contributions

Great Location in Manhattan often photographed

Oct 2015 • Solo

Great Spot in the city that is often photographed and sold as a souvenir. Actaully a cool spot where lots of good places to eat are but otherwise just another street on the lower west side near the west side highway.

Written 17 January 2016

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