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Best Activities & Experiences in Morningside Heights, Manhattan

22 activities & experiences in Morningside Heights (Morningside), ranked by rating and reviews, with vibes and insider tips.

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All Activities & Experiences in Morningside Heights

Ranked by rating and how many reviews back it. Open any venue for hours, photos, and reviews.

  • Tourist attraction

    West Harlem Piers

    4.7 out of 5

    West Harlem Piers is a activities in Morningside Heights described by visitors as outdoor-focused, relaxed atmosphere. Based on 10 reviews.

    • Fun
    • Social
  • Tourist attraction

    Alma Mater

    4.8 out of 5

    Alma Mater is a tourist attraction destination in Morningside Heights, Manhattan. A must-visit spot for fun and culture.

    • Fun
    • Social
  • 4.8 out of 5

    Corpus Christi Catholic Church. is a activities in Morningside Heights described by visitors as an entertainment venue, cozy interior. Based on 10 reviews.

    • Fun
    • Social
  • Tourist attraction

    St. Paul's Chapel

    4.9 out of 5

    St. Paul's Chapel is a activities in Morningside Heights described by visitors as an entertainment venue. Based on 10 reviews.

    • Fun
    • Social
  • 4.7 out of 5

    Down to Earth Markets brings together two kinds of vendors: local farmers and area food and crafts makers using locally sourced ingredients. Our mission is to ensure a future for small scale agriculture and food production in the New York area by creating vibrant marketplaces where community thrives and shoppers connect directly to the local food system.

    • Fun
    • Social
  • 4.7 out of 5

    Peace Fountain by Greg Wyatt is a activities in Morningside Heights described by visitors as outdoor-focused, seafood and mediterranean, great outdoor space. Based on 10 reviews.

    • Fun
    • Social
  • 4.6 out of 5

    The final resting place of President Ulysses S. Grant and his wife, Julia, is the largest mausoleum in North America. It testifies to a people's gratitude for the man who ended the bloodiest conflict in American history as Commanding General of the Union Army and then, as President of the United States, strove to heal a nation after a civil war and make rights for all citizens a reality.

    • Fun
    • Social
  • Tourist attraction

    The Riverside Church

    4.6 out of 5

    We are an interdenominational, interracial, international, open, welcoming, and affirming church and congregation. Whoever you are: You are safe here. You are loved here. You are invited into full participation in our life together.

    • Fun
    • Social
  • Farmers' market

    Columbia Greenmarket

    4.6 out of 5Price level $

    Columbia Greenmarket is a activities in Morningside Heights described by visitors as budget-friendly. Based on 10 reviews.

    • Fun
    • Social
  • Tourist attraction

    Morningside Park

    4.5 out of 5

    Morningside Park is a activities in Morningside Heights described by visitors as outdoor-focused, relaxed atmosphere. Based on 10 reviews.

    • Fun
    • Social
  • Tourist attraction

    Playground 123

    4.5 out of 5

    Playground 123 is a activities in Morningside Heights described by visitors as outdoor-focused. Based on 10 reviews.

    • Fun
    • Social
  • 5.0 out of 5, 9 reviews

    The second of two shows, this exhibition also highlights the art created by students from across the college and community programs here at Teachers College who are working in the Art & Art Education studio courses. The photography, printmaking, sculpture and creative technology instructors curate the work on display.

    • Artistic
    • Inspiring
    • Quiet
  • Tourist attraction

    Riverside Park Conservancy

    4.6 out of 5

    475 Riverside Dr Suite #455, New York, NY 10115

    • Fun
    • Social
  • 4.5 out of 5

    Rat Rock in Morningside Heights is a tourist attraction destination in Morningside Heights, Manhattan. A must-visit spot for fun and culture.

    • Fun
    • Social
  • Art studio

    Anya's Art Room

    5.0 out of 5, 2 reviewsPrice level $

    Art instruction studio offering fine art classes for children with mediums including sketching, painting, and sculpting.

    • Artistic
    • Inspiring
    • Quiet
  • 5.0 out of 5, 2 reviews

    Arthur Ross Architecture Gallery, Columbia GSAPP is a gallery destination in Morningside Heights, Manhattan. A must-visit spot for fun and culture.

    • Artistic
    • Inspiring
    • Quiet
  • Tourist attraction

    Amiable Child Memorial

    4.3 out of 5

    Amiable Child Memorial is a tourist attraction destination in Morningside Heights, Manhattan. A must-visit spot for fun and culture.

    • Fun
    • Social
  • 4.3 out of 5, 7 reviews

    Mano a Mano: Mexican Culture Without Borders is a gallery destination in Morningside Heights, Manhattan. A must-visit spot for fun and culture.

    • Artistic
    • Inspiring
    • Quiet
  • 4.2 out of 5, 17 reviews

    Located just across Broadway on West 115th Street, the Robert K. Kraft Center for Jewish Student Life has been the heart of Columbia/Barnard Hillel since 2000. The Kraft Center is home to a wide range of social, cultural, religious, and educational activities.

    • Cultural
    • Inspiring
    • Quiet
  • Historical landmark

    Curl

    4.0 out of 5

    Curl is a museum destination in Morningside Heights, Manhattan. A must-visit spot for fun and culture.

    • Cultural
    • Inspiring
    • Quiet
  • Historical landmark

    Fort Laight

    3.3 out of 5

    Fort Laight is a museum destination in Morningside Heights, Manhattan. A must-visit spot for fun and culture.

    • Cultural
    • Inspiring
    • Quiet

Frequently asked questions

What are the best things to do in Morningside Heights?
Ranked by rating and number of reviews, the top things to do in Morningside Heights on Moodap are West Harlem Piers (4.7 stars), Alma Mater (4.8 stars) and Corpus Christi Catholic Church. (4.8 stars). The full list is on this page.
What kinds of activities are there in Morningside Heights?
Moodap lists 22 things to do in Morningside Heights. The most common kinds are Tourist attraction (12), Gallery (3), Historical landmark (3) and Farmers' market (2).
Where can I find affordable things to do in Morningside Heights?
5 of the 22 things to do listed in Morningside Heights are budget-friendly ($). The best-ranked of them are Columbia Greenmarket, Macy Art Gallery and Anya's Art Room.
How is the full list of things to do in Morningside Heights ranked?
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