High Line

A public park built on a 1.45-mile-long elevated rail structure, that used to be in operation as a freight rail line from 1934 till 1980. A similar structure exists in Paris, known as the Promenade Plantée.

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    (212) 500-6035

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    thehighline.org

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    Park

Address

btwn Gansevoort & W 34th St (btwn 10th & 12th Ave) New York , NY 10011 United States

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Mark Bramhill

A great park . Start at the southern tip and walk the full way north past Hudson Yards. The new northern expansion is my favorite part — quieter , more natural. Gives you a new perspective on the city .

Marina

You can walk from 14th to 34th and not realize you walked all the way to midtown. Love that there's so many benches and places to sit so you can just chill out , look at art and think.

Richard Revilla

Very unique and clever use of urban landscape. Always a good time to come and enjoy some of the street art below. Use the sun chairs to grab some sun during warm days.

Dens

Walk the whole thing (sunset = best). If its night time, look for the exhibitionists Doing Their Thing in the windows of the Standard Hotel . Sit in sunken mini-theater (you'll know it when you see it)

Staff Picks

New section of the High Line is open now at 30th St. Go enjoy the lovely weather with concrete planks, plants, and a killer view of Jersey. There will be seesaw for kids, and picnic tables . Sun, 9/21. Read more

Richie Stark

(Good luck) go(ing) when it's not crowded , as the contrast with the aves below will be even more stark. Different views , installations, and no traffic lights make it the best way to walk the west side

Michelle Wiles

Go for a walk midday during the week when it's less crowded . Great voyeur opportunities into the fancy pants apartments along the highline as well 😏👀

ℳ𝒶𝓎♍

NYC's elevated freight railway turned urban park .The 1.45 mile long strip is a pleasant walk surrounded by plants and artworks. It has a great view of the Hudson River and Lower Manhattan

Stella Ricci

It is always a great time to enjoy the HighLine. Just look at this view . Make a stop at Chelsea Market or some other restaurants along the way. You’ve earned it after making your way back & forth.

Rita L

Good for a walk! It’s connected to the vessel/Hudson yards area :) you can walk to little island from here too!

Linnea Corn

Love the High Line! A beautiful resurrected urban garden above the city perfect for an evening stroll. Can get crowded with tourists taking pictures.

City of New York

Did you know the new Whitney Museum , designed by Pritzker Prize-winning architect Renzo Piano, is to be located at the southern tip of the High Line? (Image credit: Renzo Piano Building, whitney.org)

Thelocaltripper

Wow! So worth the visit! The landscaping, design and concept of this park is incredible! It's a "recycled " train track turned park . You get a great view of the city and get to see great architecture .

Joao Veloso Jr

A walk is a deep dive on the modern architecture surrounding the old train tracks . Close to the Chelsea Market , there is also a structure built to welcome Titanic that remains to this date.

SAAD

It’s a nice walk between buildings almost like an above ground park . Enjoy the walk 🏙🌳

Ting

Given the chance to grow, the landscaping here has flourished and matured beautifully, much better than when it first opened. Now a much appreciated green corridor on the west side of lower Manhattan.

Stephanie B

Most beautiful spot in NYC. Even better, it’s accessible! Walked end to end & back again. Zero issues navigating it w/my son’s wheelchair, even to street. Easier than walking w/chair in the streets.

Ghadah Ababtain

Another must visit place in NYC 😍 .. a historical train railway transferred to a walking line with awesome architecture and plants art ,it goes through ancient places in NYC and near Chelsea Market 😍

WhiskyAvenger

One of my most favorite places in NYC for a stroll. It is the perfect reimagining of urban blight into a beautiful work of art you can stroll around.

AlAnoud A AlGhunaim

Beautiful scenery , architecture and street art . A relaxing spot that isn’t usually crowded and that’s a plus.

Phil Kench

Delightful urban walk. Lots of seating spaces with fun views to enjoy coffee , lunch or take a selfie. Old tracks incorporated into garden and walkways. Head to the north end for Hudson views

Michelle C

Unique park with some cool views and art pieces. Go early to avoid the crowds (but bring your coffee because the shops aren’t open very early). There are elevators if you can’t take the stairs.

ILYA SPEC

Walk from start all the way to the end. Been here many times and still get amazed by how cool of idea it was to convert railway to park . Tasteful execution. Many romantic pockets ;)

Ish Rai

Loved walking on the High Line - super scenic view of New York City . Beautiful green trees and exotic flowers . Go early in the morning if you want to avoid massive crowds and get good photos

Dany Gregory

A long highline compared to the ones I’ve known. Lot’s of work around it so I think there still more to come. Nice way to see surroundings. Probably best visit on sunny day rather than winter or rainy

Myst D

Make sure to see the other sculptures also made by Full house artist (pictured) at the Whitney that's down at the end of the highline (meatpacking district area) it's $25 but has free day(s)

Time Out New York

It's an urbanite’s playground planted with flowers and grasses, offering walkers a panorama of the bustle below that makes the park simultaneously removed from the city and an inextricable part of it. Read more

ℳ𝒶𝓎♍

The High Line is an icon of Manhattan. Maybe some prefer skyscrapers and Lady Liberty, but if you're looking for something uniquely different, The High Line will give it to you

Pavlix

No matter how packed it gets, it’s still an oasis in the NYC urban jungle. Great public art , amazing blend of garden zen aesthetics and modern wood architecture . The Green Apple lives here!

Eman Abdulaziz

Any NYC tourist shall come to this place. It’s a park that has been built over the remaining of an old railroad. The walk in it takes you to see amazing street art and architecture .

Rob Evans

So nice..recommend by a friend, so peaceful for central New York ..cooler too and the plants and trees are wonderfully well maintained..recommended!

Lexi N

take it to chelsea market for lunch or dinner then visit the Frying Pan Bar in summer - on the pier - a classic NYC on the water venue - W 26th Street

ArchDaily

A must for every architect visiting NY! One of the best urban regeneration projects of the past years. Architects: James Corner - Fiels Operations and Diller Scofidio + Renfro. Read more

Monika

Sunset walk takes your breath away! Romantic stroll with your special one in the evening with beautiful view of NYC skyline. At night you can see exhibitionists in the windows of the Standard Hotel .

RTWgirl Arnette

Morning, afternoon, evening...always a good time to come to the Highline for a stroll or to chill on one of the many spots to sit and observe. One of NYC finest free things to do!!

Justin Ordoveza

Wonderful scenic views with manicured gardens . Come in the summertime when they have food stalls offering artesianal creations. There are street performers playing throughout.

Layla

One of the most beautiful places in NYC. A must see for architecture lovers and anyone who wants to experience a completely new atmosphere in NYC.

Lufthansa

New York - Airy stroll: The High Line park runs through Manhattan’s Chelsea neighborhood . You will find more tipps about Concept Store in the digital LH Magazin www.lufthansa.com/magazin. Read more

Huaisi Cen

Highline is one of the reasons made me love NY even more, great landscape architecture integrated into the heart of city . Closely connect to trendy neighborhood .

Jon Steinback

See all those streets below you, from the teens up to the high 20s? They're lined with art-filled galleries , all of them free. Head down to street level and duck in to any that catch your attention.

HISTORY

Built in the 30s, this was an active railway until 1980. "Friends of the High Line" formed in 1999 with the idea of turning it into an elevated park similar to the Promenade Plantée in Paris.

Michael

Compulsory for tourists and locals, the High Line offers something different in all seasons with its scenic views , eye catching art , manicured gardens , and smattering of markets .

Jessica Toliuszis

Great place to catch a sunset of the city and take a nice walk with an amazing view . It's best in the spring or summer

Jessica

Best walk in NYC. No cars, no traffic, and great views ! Romantic dates , family friendly activity, even solo exercise... whatever the occasion, it fits!!! Definitely a must visit.

City of New York

Did you know? Decades ago, the High Line continued farther south, through factories and warehouses , to St. John’s Park Terminal, at Spring Street.

Sean Robertson

Rated the best new urban park in America, this place offers fantastic views of New York in a serene setting. Walk from Meatpacking up to the Javitts Center past some great architecture .

Sacha K

Gorgeous spot. Great views and a welcome escape from the busy city life. If you wanna relax, this is your place to go.

New York Habitat

This is a very unique park that showcases historical buildings & artsy structures to the public! There is a trail of interesting and quirky things for you take pictures of! Great spot for a date :-)

Alice Nam

Quiet and chilling in winter with not a lot of people. But will definitely come back in spring/summer

Date Night Is...

The perfect place for a leisurely Date Night wander, especially on a warm spring evening. If you're feeling racy, keep an eye on The Standard – you might get more of a show than you bargained for.

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