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Chelsea in New York

Things to Do in Chelsea, New York

A mix of residential and commercial spaces, with the High Line park and Chelsea Market as key attractions. The area is known for its art galleries and nightlife, particularly along 8th Avenue.

A mix of residential and commercial spaces, with the High Line park and Chelsea Market as key attractions. The area is known for its art galleries and nightlife, particularly along 8th Avenue.

  • The High LineThe High LineCity Park
  • Church of the Holy ApostlesChurch of the Holy ApostlesProtestant Church
  • VesselVesselHistoric Landmark
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Top things to do in Chelsea

  • The High Line in Chelsea, New York

    The High Line

    4.7 · 68.0k
    City Park

    Popular park 30 feet above street level on an old rail line, with river & city views.

    Every day
    7 AM – 10 PM
  • Church of the Holy Apostles in Chelsea, New York

    Church of the Holy Apostles

    4.6 · 115
    Protestant Church

    church building in Manhattan, United States of America

  • Vessel in Chelsea, New York

    Vessel

    4.6 · 29.2k
    Historic Landmark

    Vessel is a 16-story, 150-foot-tall (46 m) structure of connected staircases in the 5-acre (2.0 ha) Hudson Yards Public Square of Hudson Yards in Manhattan, New York City.

    Every day
    11 AM – 7 PM
  • B&H in Chelsea, New York

    B&H

    4.6 · 37.3k
    Specialty Store

    Longtime independent superstore supplying new & used professional photo, video & audio equipment.

    Mon–Thu
    10 AM – 7 PM
    Fri
    10 AM – 2 PM
    Sat
    Closed
    Sun
    10 AM – 6 PM
  • The Shed in Chelsea, New York

    The Shed

    4.5 · 2.5k
    Theater

    cultural center in New York, NY

  • Flamingos Vintage Pound in Chelsea, New York

    Flamingos Vintage Pound

    Flea Market
  • Hudson Yards in Chelsea, New York

    Hudson Yards

    4.7 · 15.2k
    Shopping Mall

    Sprawling retail space featuring more than 100 shops & 25 restaurants, many from celebrity chefs.

    Mon–Fri
    10 AM – 8 PM
    Sat
    10 AM – 8 PM
    Sun
    11 AM – 7 PM
  • Li-Lac Chocolates (Hudson Yards) in Chelsea, New York

    Li-Lac Chocolates (Hudson Yards)

    4.9 · 698
    Chocolate Shop

    Manhattan's oldest chocolate house and a New York institution since 1923, offering a selection of fresh gourmet chocolates and gifts.

  • Poster House (Museum) in Chelsea, New York

    Poster House (Museum)

    4.7 · 879
    Museum

    Graphic design & advertising posters on display, ranging from Art Nouveau to political propaganda.

    Mon–Wed
    Closed
    Thu
    10 AM – 6 PM
    Fri
    10 AM – 9 PM
    Sat
    10 AM – 6 PM
    Sun
    10 AM – 6 PM
  • Joyce Theater in Chelsea, New York

    Joyce Theater

    4.7 · 1.2k
    Theater

    A former movie house hosting everything from Native American dancers to Eliot Feld's ballet company.

  • Furnish Green in Chelsea, New York

    Furnish Green

    4.7 · 176
    Antique Market

    Showroom for restored vintage & antique furniture, lighting & decor, with new items added daily.

    Mon
    1 PM – 7 PM
    Tue–Fri
    11 AM – 7 PM
    Sat
    11 AM – 7 PM
    Sun
    11 AM – 7 PM
  • David Zwirner Gallery in Chelsea, New York

    David Zwirner Gallery

    4.7 · 184
    Art Gallery

    contemporary art gallery in New York and London

    Mon
    Closed
    Tue–Fri
    10 AM – 6 PM
    Sat
    10 AM – 6 PM
    Sun
    Closed

Where to eat & drink in Chelsea

  • Chelsea Market in Chelsea, New York

    Chelsea Market

    4.6 · 51.8k
    Food Hall

    Indoor marketplace renowned for its wide range of grocers (fish, produce, etc.), shops & eateries.

    Every day
    7 AM – 10 PM
  • Johny's Luncheonette in Chelsea, New York

    Johny's Luncheonette

    4.6 · 2.6k
    Breakfast· $10–20

    This small, old-school favorite serves lunch counter classics (including breakfast) all day.

    Mon–Fri
    8 AM – 2 PM
    Sat
    8 AM – 2 PM
    Sun
    8 AM – 10:30 AM
  • Porchlight in Chelsea, New York

    Porchlight

    4.4 · 1.1k
    Lounge· $$$

    Bar from Danny Meyer offering Southern-inspired cocktails & small bites in a handsome space.

    Mon–Wed
    3 PM – 12 AM
    Thu–Fri
    3 PM – 2 AM
    Sat
    3 PM – 2 AM
    Sun
    3 PM – 10 PM
  • 787 Coffee Co. in Chelsea, New York

    787 Coffee Co.

    4.8 · 5.8k
    Coffee Shop· $10–20

    A coffee company offering Puerto Rican coffee sourced from sustainable farms, known for its farm-to-cup freshness and bold flavors.

    Mon–Fri
    7 AM – 8 PM
    Sat
    7 AM – 8 PM
    Sun
    8 AM – 8 PM

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Map of Chelsea with pinned top attractions (1 through 10)
  1. 1The High Line
  2. 2Church of the Holy Apostles
  3. 3Vessel
  4. 4Chelsea Market
  5. 5B&H
  6. 6The Shed
  7. 7Johny's Luncheonette
  8. 8Flamingos Vintage Pound
  9. 9Hudson Yards
  10. 10Porchlight

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