During the day, the Financial District can be chaotic with an influx of office workers and tourists attracted to the many historical sites, museums, and phenomenal views the neighborhood offers. After the workday crowds clear, the neighborhood becomes quiet and calm. Nightlife is confined to a few small areas, as most residents return to their amenity-rich buildings and rooftop patios.
The Mood
Although Fidi is packed with office workers and civil servants by day, it completely empties out at night offering a handful of post-work happy hours.
Heart of the Neighborhood
Stone Street is a pedestrian-only cobblestone strip where you can find tons of pubs and happy hour specials.
Neighborhood Quirk
FiDi is full of windy, narrow cobblestone streets that seem more akin to medieval Europe than Downtown Manhattan.
Best Perk
FiDi has incredible public transportation options offering access to practically every subway line.
Biggest Downside
During the evening hours, the neighborhood can feel low energy to some people because of the lack of traditional housing stock and amenities.
