A walking tour of western Washington Heights and the area now known as Hudson Heights, starting in the 160s and going up to the beginning of Fort Tryon Park. Many people who are not native New Yorkers, and some who are, don’t know much about this interesting neighborhood. It’s a place of incredible diversity, from the Dominican “capital” of New York to landmarks like the United Palace Theater to Revolutionary War historic sites to the prestigious Castle Village and Hudson View developments. It has dramatic views of the Palisades and the George Washington Bridge, and, toward the end of the walk, Bennett Park, the highest point in Manhattan. I lived in the Heights back in the early ’80s, and have remained in love with it ever since.
Accessibility
The first part, from 168th to the George Washington Bus Terminal, is totally flat, and the bus terminal has an elevator to take us up to Fort Washington Avenue. But from about 181st Street north, the streets have an uphill slope. There are no steps, but it may be a challenge for some people.
Location Information
RSVP is required and capacity is limited. Meeting location, ending location, and directions will be provided via email before walk date.
guided
Saturday, May 2, 20261:00 PM
2 hours
Borough: Manhattan
Theme: Art & Architecture, Environment, History & Culture
Language: English
