Greenwich Village
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For over 100 years, this small area known as “The Village”, has been a Mecca to the creative and the rebellious. An artists' haven, and the east coast birthplace of the Beat scene, the 60’s counterculture, and the LGBT liberation, it’s tradition as an enclave of avant-garde and alternative culture started in the 19th century when small presses, art galleries, and experimental theater thrived. Later it maintained it's position as a center for forward-thinkers that have challenged the American culture with it’s role in hosting the first racially integrated night club, and the LGBT and anti-war movements. With it’s charming narrow streets, this is the best place for a day of walking and exploring the many interesting and diverse shops, food, bars, music, art and architecture.
Stumptown Coffee Roasters
The Strand
Mercer Street Books & Records
Porto Rico Importing Co.
OTTO Enoteca e Pizzeria
Oatmeals
Murray’s Bagels
Miss Lily’s
Mamoun’s Falafel
La Lanterna di Vittorio
The Jade Hotel
Electric Lady Studios
Edward Hopper Studio
The master of the mood and feel of the mid-20th century
C.O. Bigelow Apothecaries
Citarella
Caffe Reggio
Bust of Sylvette
Blue Note Jazz Club
Angelika Film Center
Bergino Baseball Clubhouse
A love letter to baseball
The Grey Dog
Max Brenner
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Washington Square Park
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Located in the heart of Greenwich Village with a tradition of celebrating nonconformity, this landmark has been a gathering place for street entertainers, musicians, poets and chess players. From celebration to demonstration, the arch and fountain are rich in history. Most of the buildings surrounding the park now belong to NYU, but many have at one time been homes and studios for artists and public figures.