Washington Square Fountain

Original fountain installed 1852. Current fountain from 1872. 1960s city tried to stop music here. On 4/9/61 approx 500 musicians led by Izzy Young led Beatnik Riot to protest. Full history via<LINK> Read more

Beautiful fountain with an impressive triumphal arch as a backdrop.

the best view in the city is from within the fountain , late at night, during/after a rainstorm. sit on the south-east ledge, you can see the fountain , the arch, 5th ave, and the empire state building

Beautiful park to walk through, read a book or lounge around.

How cool is it that the kids can play in the water! Great place to chill and ppl watch.

Every time I visit NYC I come here to hang out and people watch . Beautiful year round.

My favorite park in New York City . Great for people watching ... It's full of characters.

So many films are filmed around here. If I were you, I'd probably keep my clothes on and not jump in, since there are so many kids wading here when the fountain is on.

Many writers hung out here, multiple movements and demonstrations were held here in the park . Also thousands of bodies buried here- former burial ground. Read more

When the fountain is off, stand in the very middle of the inner circular platform . Speak normally, and your voice will be amplified as it is reverted back to you!

No water in the winter? No problem. Plenty of performers use space as their stage.

The foutain is perfect for toddlers to practice their scooters and push bikes before they fill it with water. Best in the early hours. Parents are chill too.

It's been 15 years since my last visit. Still as beautiful as ever.

Amazing place to people watch and enjoy live music

Great accent in middle of the park

Lounge , people watch , enjoy a cold drink and try not to get hustled

This is my favorite place on the world. Treat it with respect.

Best arrangement of water ever

Sit and people watch . Pretend you're at the beginning of When Harry Met Sally.

Classic NYC.

That fountain is pretty much a toilet ... I cannot understand how people allow their children to swim and play in that filthy water!

The best fountain

Look northwest for the Empire State Building . Look south for the Freedom Tower.

Bring clothes for your child, they will probably go in the water :)

Scenario of I'm legend !!

Look for the wizard.

Looooooveeeeee

wow it’s on

World Science Festival today...be amazed

Nuttiest squirrels in NYC.

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