Greenwich Village

Families are drawn to the fine homes and lovely blocks while students and young professionals are drawn to the nightlife. Everyone — tourists included! — can appreciate the charming, old-New York vibe of this dynamic neighborhood.

Washington Square Park is the heart and soul of the neighborhood, as well as the de facto quad for NYU. Day or night, the park is full of intense games of chess, live music and students hanging out.

The West 4th Street basketball courts, known as "The Cage," are famous for their competitive pick-up games which can draw large crowds and impressive amateur players.

During the summer the streets are dotted with diners taking their meals al fresco and the neighborhood remains a center for the LGBT community.

Street life in Greenwich Village is some of the best in the city. On a stroll through the Village, you’ll find tons of outdoor vendors, street performers and dog walkers out and about on the streets.