The High Line

The High Line remains free to enter and open year-round, but planning ahead makes all the difference. Different parts of the park offer unique moods at sunrise, midday, or dusk. Some sections fill with visitors, while certain entrances make for a quieter stroll. Trails run from Gansevoort Street in the Meatpacking District up to West 34th Street in Hudson Yards, framed by a mix of cityscapes, river views, and pop-up events. No single entrance requires a ticket, but early mornings and weekdays feel much more leisurely.

• Best time to visit: Early morning or late afternoon. Spring and fall bring the best weather, with blooming flowers and fewer crowds.
• How to get there: Subway service (A, C, E, L lines to 14th Street / 8th Avenue), Citi Bike stations near entrances, or walking from nearby Chelsea or Hudson Yards.
• Accessibility: Elevators at select entrances (Gansevoort, 14th, 16th, 23rd, and 30th Streets) make the park accessible for strollers and wheelchairs.
• Average visit duration: 1-2 hours for a full walk; stay longer for people-watching or a stop at a nearby café.

Each stretch of the High Line tells its own story. Steel beams curve beside prairie grasses. Modern architecture rises next to relics of industry. Artworks hide among vines or pop against brick walls. The park’s twists and turns offer surprises—some made for Instagram, others for quiet reflection. From panoramic Hudson River overlooks to performance spaces tucked among trees, creativity thrives where railcars once rumbled.

• The Chelsea Market Passage: Covered walkways with pop-up food stalls and rotating art installations; great on rainy days.
• The Sundeck and Water Feature (between 14th and 15th Streets): Wooden loungers and a gentle water channel for dipping tired feet—popular on hot days.
• The Spur at 30th Street: An elevated plaza lined with large-scale temporary art and seats for sunset views.
• Grasslands Grove: Sweeping views across wildflowers and grasses, especially colorful in late summer.
• Photo-worthy places: The iconic 10th Avenue Square amphitheater (great views up and down the avenue), street art murals behind 22nd Street, and the architectural contrasts between Zaha Hadid’s curved condos and classic brick warehouses.
• Cultural and historical notes: The High Line preserves original rail tracks from its freight train past, and hosts frequent talks, performances, and plant tours led by local experts.