Panoramic view of Chelsea with the Manhattan skyline and the One World Trade Center under a clear sky at sunset.
A wooden boardwalk on stilts in Chelsea, surrounded by trees, offering a view of the water and the urban skyline.
Panoramic view of Chelsea, with modern buildings and residents enjoying the public space in the sun.

Chelsea

In addition to the numerous shops and museums, the neighborhood is home to a section of the High Line, an elevated park built on former railway tracks.

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The old factories in the neighborhood now house beautiful art galleries as well as Chelsea Market, where you can discover typical products and street food dishes from here and elsewhere.

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Fresh sashimi on a bed of sauce, garnished with green vegetables, showcasing the refined cuisine of Catch, in Paris.
Creamy cheese pasta with vegetables, served in an elegant dish at Catch restaurant, creating a gourmet atmosphere.

Attraper

  • Food & Drinks
  • Restaurant
  • Seafood

Catch is a gourmet restaurant specializing in seafood and sushi, located in the Meatpacking District. Run by a winner of Top Chef USA, it promises refined dishes for an exceptional evening.

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  • Sightseeing
  • Shopping

The Chelsea Flea Market, open on weekends, is a flea market offering antique and vintage items, as well as food stands for a friendly experience.

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Warm atmosphere at Bathtub Gin, with relaxed customers and a wooden bar, vintage decor, and subdued lighting.
Bar room with a glass of beer, a lit candle, and a newspaper about the shortage of drinks at Bathtub Gin.
Four refined cocktails on a wooden table, illuminated by the light of a candle at Bathtub Gin.

Bathtub Gin

  • Food & Drinks
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Bathtub Gin is a speakeasy-style bar, with Victorian decor and a secret entrance through a café. An immersive experience that evokes the underground bars of the past.

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  • Food & Drinks
  • Market

"This covered market is renowned for its wide range of grocery products, its numerous shops, and its restaurants. You can find everything from top-notch food to really nice artisanal stands. In addition to the street food area, you will also find more authentic souvenirs."

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Majestic facade of the General Post Office illuminated at night, showcasing its imposing columns and classical architecture.

General Post Office

  • Monument

A historic building in Chelsea, with impressive architecture.

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  • Monument

This atypical wooden walkway near the High Line connects 30th Street to Penn Station. It is a perfect photogenic spot to capture unique symmetrical shots.

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Colorful view of the High Line in New York, with a vibrant mural and the Empire State Building in the background.
View from the High Line in New York, with modern buildings and a lively street lined with trees and taxis.
Artistic clock on the High Line in New York, evoking the organization of time in a green urban setting.

High Line

  • Parc
  • Viewpoint
  • Stroll

Popular park located 30 feet above street level, on a former railway line, with views of the river and the city.

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  • Food & Drinks
  • Street Food
  • Market
  • Viewpoint

Pier 57 is a friendly and modern space, featuring a food court offering specialties from around the world, a rooftop with a stunning view of Manhattan and Little Island, and an atmosphere reminiscent of its industrial past.

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Unique architectural structure of The Vessel in New York, with decorative staircases and a blue sky in the background.

Le Vaisseau

  • Monument
  • Viewpoint

A modern spiral-shaped structure made up of multiple stairs, located in the Hudson Yards neighborhood, offering unique views of the city and its surroundings.

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Concrete pillars supporting Little Island Park, illuminated at dusk, offering a unique view of the city.

Little Island

  • Parc
  • Stroll
  • Nature
  • Viewpoint

A floating park on the Hudson River, combining green spaces, stunning views, and artistic performances.

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Sculpture of a man running with branches on his head, seen from the terrace of the Whitney Museum of American Art.

Whitney Museum of American Art

  • Museum
  • Arts

A museum dedicated to American modern and contemporary art, with a particular focus on artists of the 20th and 21st centuries.

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