Timeline
16:08
Grab a coffee or a quick bite at Chelsea Market. The market is open daily from 07:00, so it is fully active in the late afternoon. Wander the aisles for a snack or a drink to keep your energy up before the walk.
16:38
Walk 11 minutes northeast from the market to the High Line Park. Enter the park and start walking north. The elevated walkway offers unique views of the streets below and the surrounding buildings.
16:53
Stop at a viewing spot on the High Line facing west-southwest. At sunset on 15 January, the sun dips below the horizon in this direction, casting a warm, golden glow over the city skyline and the park's plantings. Stay for about 10 minutes to watch the light fade.
17:23
Head to Empire Diner for dinner. It is only a 3-minute walk from the High Line. Open until 23:00 on weekdays, it is the perfect spot for a retro American meal after the evening walk.
18:08
End the night with a drink at Peter McManus Cafe. Walk 15 minutes to this historic Irish pub on Seventh Avenue. It is open until 04:00, offering a cozy finish to the evening.
Local tip
The High Line is free and open daily from 07:00 to 22:00 in January. Plan your visit so you are in the park before sunset to catch the golden light. Empire Diner is very popular, so be prepared for a short wait or takeout if you prefer.
Check before you go
- High Line Park hours in January are 07:00-20:00. Ensure you leave the park before closing if you are still walking.
- Chelsea Market is open 07:00-02:00 on weekdays.
- Empire Diner is open 08:00-23:00 on weekdays.
- Peter McManus Cafe is open 11:00-04:00 on weekdays.
Getting there
- Moynihan Train Hall (subway) · 7 min walk
- Pennsylvania Station (rail) · 10 min walk
- No. 2 Penn Plaza Entrance (subway) · 11 min walk
Built from places in the Wikivoyage guide to Manhattan (CC BY-SA 4.0), with open map data from OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).