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Washington Square Park
Park4.6 · 32 2304.4 · 3 695≈ 45 minFree entry
An iconic 9.75-acre public park in Greenwich Village, Lower Manhattan, serving as the social heart of the neighborhood and NYU campus. Its northern entrance is framed by Stanford White's marble Washington Arch from 1892, facing a large circular sunken fountain. The park is renowned for its bohemian spirit, live acoustic jazz performers, street entertainers, and competitive outdoor chess tables.
Highlights
- Monumental 1892 marble Washington Square Arch by Stanford White
- Grand central sunken fountain and vibrant community gathering spot
- Bohemian energy with live jazz buskers and street performers
- Historic outdoor stone chess tables in the park's southwest corner
Opening hours
| Mon | 06:00 – 00:00 |
|---|---|
| Tue | 06:00 – 00:00 |
| Wed | 06:00 – 00:00 |
| Thu | 06:00 – 00:00 |
| Fri | 06:00 – 00:00 |
| Sat | 06:00 – 00:00 |
| Sun | 06:00 – 00:00 |
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