The Highline
5.0$· InexpensiveClosed · opens 7:00 AMAn iconic elevated park featuring lush gardens and stunning Manhattan views
Built on a historic elevated freight rail line, The High Line is a public park stretching along Manhattan's West Side. Visitors can stroll past lush perennial plantings, rotating art installations, and original rail tracks suspended 30 feet above street level. The park offers scenic perspectives of the Hudson River and connects popular destinations like Chelsea Market and Hudson Yards.
Expert notes
- Check out the Docent-led public tours offered on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Saturdays from May to October, on Wednesday mornings from May through December 15, and on Saturdays from November to April. Check for more events: https://www.thehighline.org/events/ Check out the open-air food court, home of Oreo cookie invention.
Features
- Behind The Scenes Tours
- Exhibitions
- Family Fun
- Free Entry
- Guided Tours
- Hiking
- Local Favorite
- People Watching
- Picnic
- Relaxing
- Various Food Options
- Walking Around
- Wheelchair Accessible
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