Union Square brings together some of the best Manhattan has to offer, with a unique blend of beauty, history, culture and culinary delights, all conveniently located in this bustling section of downtown Manhattan.
Easily accessible from the many subway lines that converge in the center of the neighborhood, visitors can partake in a plethora of exciting activities. Whether you choose to relax in the serenity of Union Square Park or to visit the upscale boutiques, restaurants, bars, art galleries and off-Broadway productions all located in the surrounding streets, there is something for everyone.
Union Square is famous for the renowned Green Market (open Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays, and Saturdays year round) where visitors can delight in more than 1,000 varieties of fresh fruits and vegetables and the Holiday Market (November 23 through December 24) where over 100 artisans sell hand-crafted treasures and gifts.
Union Square is now a National Historic Landmark, with a long history as a gathering place for political demonstrations, community events and even the first Labor Day Parade in 1882.