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A landmark · Park · Greenwich Village · on 10 of my lists

Washington Square Park.

Worth it, says Antonina. Located in the very heart of Greenwich Village, Washington Square Park is easily one of the most beautiful parks in New York City, especially during autumn.

Antonina Pattiz
Antonina PattizI go myself · from my Best fall foliage spots in New York
Washington Square Park, in my photographs
Address
Washington Square
Hours
6 am to 1 am daily
Subway
A, B, C, D, E, F, M to W 4 St-Wash Sq, 1 min
Cost
Free, no admission charge
Website
nycgovparks.org/parks/washington-square-park

Before you go, in my words

Quoted from my own guides
When to go

NYU students study on the benches, chess hustlers trash-talk each other at the tables, street musicians perform under the arch, and on any given weekend there’s a mix of roller skaters, jugglers, dog walkers, and somebody doing something you’ve never seen before.

From Best parks in New York beyond Central Park
Worth it, says Antonina. Been? Say if you agree.

Washington Square Park, in my photographs

18 frames, by season

Spring

3 frames

Every guide it’s in

10 of my guides
  1. Best parks in New York beyond Central ParkI never get tired of this park. It gives me energy every single time.Worth it
  2. My favorite movie locations in New YorkIf you’re looking for classic NYC filming locations, this one should be high on your list.Worth it
  3. Best parks in New YorkThis place is always happening and the lively atmosphere makes Washington Square Park one of the best parks in NYC for people-watching.Worth it
  4. The Most visited attractions in New YorkIf you're exploring downtown, this park is a must-see attraction and one of the most visited public squares in NYC.Worth it
  5. Best cherry blossom spots in New YorkThere's really no bad time to visit New York's premier people-watching park, but spring is especially memorable.Worth it
  6. Best things to do in ManhattanLocated in the heart of the charming Greenwich Village, Washington Square Park is one of the most beautiful parks in New York City.Worth it
  7. Best things to do in New YorkWashington Square Park is one of the most beautiful parks in New York City.Worth it
  8. Best fall foliage spots in New YorkLocated in the very heart of Greenwich Village, Washington Square Park is easily one of the most beautiful parks in New York City, especially during…Worth it

Where it is, and what’s near

Worth it, within a ten-minute walk
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The year at Washington Square Park

My frames, my guides, the dates I track
  1. Spring
  2. Fall
  3. Christmas
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