Timeline
15:23
Visit the New York City Fire Museum. It is housed in a restored 1904 firehouse between Varick and Hudson Streets. The museum is temporarily closed until further notice, so check the status before you go. If it is open, explore the displays of antique apparatus and equipment. If closed, use this time to walk the nearby streets between Varick and Hudson to feel the historic atmosphere.
15:53
Walk six minutes to Famous Ben's Pizza. This small SoHo spot is one of the oldest and best pizza places in the neighborhood. Watch them make the pies in the coal oven. The environment fits New York perfectly. Take your slice outside to eat while the light is still good.
16:23
Walk thirty minutes northeast to Union Square. This historic intersection is where Broadway and the Bowery met in the early 19th century. The park is known for its impressive equestrian statues. It is a spacious place to stretch your legs and watch the city life around you.
16:53
Return to the area near the New York City Fire Museum or find a nearby spot facing west to watch the sunset. On this date, the sun sets toward the WSW at 16:53. The golden light begins at 16:11. Find a comfortable place to sit and enjoy the view as the day ends.
Local tip
The Fire Museum is currently closed. If you prefer an active visit, use the time at the start of your walk to explore the streets between Varick and Hudson. Famous Ben's Pizza is tiny, so expect to eat outside. Union Square is large and open, making it a good place to avoid crowds.
Check before you go
- The New York City Fire Museum is temporarily closed until further notice. Check if it has reopened before visiting.
- Famous Ben's Pizza opens at 11:00 on weekdays and noon on Sundays. It closes at 23:30 on weekdays and 22:30 on Sundays.
- Union Square is a public park and is accessible at all times.
Built from places in the Wikivoyage guide to Manhattan (CC BY-SA 4.0), with open map data from OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).