Things to do in Lower Manhattan

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Free Things to Do in Lower Manhattan

A vacation in Lower Manhattan need not break the bank. You can leave your wallet behind if you go to:

Art in General - Organize a visit and enjoy an insight into the arts and culture of the area.

Coleman Square Playground - Loads of fun and action awaits you at this entertaining attraction.

Federal Reserve Bank of New York - If you like modern-day design and architecture, add this landmark to your must-see list.

New York City Civil Court - Get ready to feel like you've taken a step back in time while roaming around this historic site.

South Street Seaport - Mingle with some local residents and seek out the hidden character and soul of this wonderful place.

Soho Square - Plan a visit and discover the importance of this place to the community.

St Patrick's Old Cathedral - Connect with your spiritual side or just take in the serene atmosphere at this sacred site.

Collect Pond Park - If you like nurturing your garden, this place will satisfy your inner green thumb.

Things to Do in Lower Manhattan with Kids

Lower Manhattan is an excellent destination for a family vacation. Bring the youngsters along and try these popular family friendly experiences together:


 

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SoHo - Tribeca which includes a city

SoHo

4.5/5(165 area reviews)

Discover cast-iron architecture in the SoHo-Cast Iron Historic District, and shop at trendy boutiques and chain outlets along Broadway, Prince, and Spring Streets. Easily accessible via multiple subway lines and bus routes.

SoHo
The Oculus which includes outdoor art, street scenes and a city

Financial District

4.5/5(1,560 area reviews)

Explore the symbolic center of global finance, walk along the harbor and admire New Yorkers’ resilience in this scenic area.

Financial District
Lower East Side

Lower East Side

4.5/5(234 area reviews)

Old combines with new and high art meets urban grit in this ever-changing and eclectic melting pot neighborhood with broad appeal.

Lower East Side
West Village showing a city, signage and cbd

West Village

This center for arts and culture is also one of the few places located off of the grid of Manhattan’s streets.

West Village
East Village showing street scenes, a sunset and a city

East Village

4.5/5(65 area reviews)

Arts venues, parks, theaters and community centers anchor this Lower Manhattan neighborhood, an iconic backdrop to tales of New York City’s history.

East Village
Chinatown featuring street scenes and a city

Chinatown

4/5(235 area reviews)

One of the largest Chinatown’s in the USA features every kind of Chinese cuisine, grocery store and herbalist, and a history rich in Asian, as well as European, heritage.

Chinatown

 

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Frequently asked questions

What to do in Lower Manhattan on a sunny day?
What to do in Lower Manhattan on a rainy day?
There's no need to splish and splash your way through a rainy day when there are so many wonderful indoor activities like these on offer:


What should I not miss in Lower Manhattan?
If you're eager to experience the best of this destination, slot these attractions into your itinerary:

  • One World Trade Center
  • Battery Park
  • National September 11 Memorial
  • New York Stock Exchange

Are there cheap things to do in Lower Manhattan?
What can you do in Lower Manhattan for free?
You'll hardly have time to fetch your wallet out of your bag with so many incredible free attractions:

  • Battery Park
  • Federal Reserve Bank of New York
  • Wall Street
  • South Street Seaport