You thought you'd already seen everything in New York? Well, we can bet you've never been to these little-known places. Follow the guide - but keep these addresses secret!
If you've ever been to New York, we can safely say that you've probably already visited the Empire State Building, the Brooklyn Bridge, Central Park or Fifth Avenue. If you want to discover another side of the Big Apple, head to these secret places and fall in love with the city all over again.
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The Whispering Gallery, at Grand Central Terminal
Inside Grand Central Terminal —which is well worth a visit in itself for its fascinating architecture—lies a gallery with surprising acoustics, which has given it its name: The Whispering Gallery.
All you have to do is go down to the Dining Concourse and head for the tiled vault next to the Oyster Bar & Restaurant—which is also worth a stop. Then, position yourselves under a pillar, in opposite corners, and whisper words at each other: it will sound as if you were side by side. So surprising!
Grand Central Terminal 89 E 42nd St
New York, NY 10017
The secret park The Elevated Acre, in the financial district
Nestled between the skyscrapers of the Financial District, this hidden green space offers breathtaking views of the East River and the Brooklyn Bridge. To access this secret park, ideal to relax away from the hustle and bustle of the city, you have to take a discreet staircase located at 55 Water Street. A rare quiet spot in New York !
The Elevated Acre 55 Water St
New York, NY 10041
The hidden underground station City Hall Station
This former underground station is a masterpiece of Romanesque Revival architecture dating back to 1904. Although it has been closed to the large public since 1945, it is still possible to admire it by staying on the Tube 6 after the last station (Brooklyn Bridge / City Hall), while the driver performs his U-turn manoeuvre, or thanks to the few tours organised each year by the Transit Museum.
City Hall Station New York, NY 10007
The secret gardens of the Church of St. Luke in the Fields, in Greenwich Village
This place is another haven of peace in the middle of the City that never sleeps. This garden, hidden behind a charming brick church, will charm its visitors with its flower-filled paths, its many trees and plants in which a beautiful urban fauna takes refuge. Take the time to enjoy this peaceful atmosphere that is hard to imagine in New York!
Church of St. Luke in the Fields 487 Hudson St
New York, NY 10014
The fortress of Central Park
Recapture your childlike spirit for a stroll and explore this little-visited site located in Central Park: the Blockhouse. Literally the 'little military fort,' it is one of the oldest buildings in the park, built to protect the city against a possible British Invasion during the War of 1812.
Today, this fort is surrounded by vegetation and rarely visited by tourists. It makes it a tranquil place to dream of a historic New York.
The Blockhouse W 109th St
New York, NY 10026
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