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Peter Minuit Plaza Outdoors in Financial District
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Refreshing, scenic · best in the afternoon · good for big groups
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Peter Minuit Plaza is a paved public square at the southern end of The Battery in the Financial District, serving as a transit hub for cyclists, pedestrians, ferry riders, subway passengers and bus riders. The plaza is planted with native grasses, perennials and trees, and is anchored by the New Amsterdam Pavilion, designed by UNStudio. Its walkways carry engraved quotations from Russell Shorto's book The Island at the Center of the World.
Know before you go
- Vibe
- Refreshing, Scenic, Peaceful
- Perfect for
- Solo, Groups, Family
- Best times
- Afternoon
- Group size
- Solo, Friends (2-3), Small Group (4-6), Large Group (6+)
- Insider tip
- Visit early in the morning for a peaceful atmosphere and beautiful sunrise views over the harbor; at midnight the pavilion displays colorful lights honoring Peter Minuit
The details at Peter Minuit Plaza
- Setting
- Outdoors
- Atmosphere
- Casual
- Accessibility
- Wheelchair-accessible entrance
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Good to know about Peter Minuit Plaza
Peter Minuit Plaza is at 3-15 State St, New York, NY 10004, in the Financial District, Manhattan.
Every day 6:00 AM - 1:00 AM. In short, it's open until 1 AM most nights.
You can call Peter Minuit Plaza at (212) 344-3491.
Peter Minuit Plaza is free to visit.
Solo, groups, and family.
Yes: outdoors.
Peter Minuit Plaza lists: wheelchair-accessible entrance.
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