Baly • April 25, 2016An Alexander Calder piece is promised for the plaza; currently, Jeff Koons' “Balloon Rabbit (Red)” is in the lobby.
James J. • September 4, 2014Go for the grassy area rather than the southern plaza with the students and performers.
The Spark Group • January 27, 2011Astor place is being renovated to include much more walking space, a large plaza, trees, flowerbeds, a fixed up traffic situation...
Kevin D. • August 12, 2013Yep it's a bridge, but the run from east 23rd down to here is breathtaking. Recommended.
Jeff W. • August 11, 2010Waterside Plaza partners with RCN to present free movies and popcorn outside on the Plaza on Monday nights in August! Open-to-the-public. Limited seating. Please bring folding chairs and blankets.
Geoffroy B. • April 28, 2014Grab a sabich (eggplant) sandwich from Taim, and come enjoy it here on a sunny day.
Natalia C. • May 1, 2015Amazing view at back plaza from Jersey City, and a little more far you can see the Liberty Statue, really quite place/ Hermosa vista desde la plaza de la ciudad de Jersey y la estatua de la libertad🗽
Kaye S. • September 25, 2013Must see for anyone visiting NYC. I go every time I'm here and it's always new, fresh and exciting!
IWalked Audio Tours • September 10, 2011Plaza formerly known as Jeanette Park after ship which sank in 1879. Today plaza contain 66 ft long & 14 ft tall green glass memorial to Vietnam Veterans. Dedicated in 1985. More info in our blog
Calvin L. • July 21, 2014Nice spot to people watch
Mary M. • June 12, 2023What a great find! This is a great place to grab a bite, get a drink, or just relax! It has a beautiful fountain, trees, lots of seating, and two eateries: Worldwide Beer Garden and The Barking Dog.
ZICO Coconut Water • May 17, 2011If you're here for Grad Alley, look for ZICO. Tweet a pic at our booth and you'll get 3 free bottles of coconut water. Tag @zicony
ℳ𝒶𝓎♍ • July 12, 2020Located on the Southeast corner of Central Park lies the Grand Army Plaza with a beautiful gilded statue of General Sherman, an amazing fountain and a number of cool tulips. Such a great spot to chill
Burt L. • September 9, 2011Cosi is the best when the weather outside is frightful or it's matinee Wednesday.
Cheney T. • May 26, 2013Come early . It gets crowded. Also get the lesser known Taiwanese Foods to maximize your time
NYC Smoke-Free • May 18, 2011As of 5/23/2011, Washington Square Park, along with all other NYC parks, beaches, and pedestrian plazas, is smoke-free! Visit www.nycsmokefree.org to learn more.
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