Timeline
05:17
Arrive at the Edgar Allan Poe Cottage. The wooden farmhouse sits quietly on the hill, offering the unobstructed views of the rolling Bronx landscape that Poe once enjoyed. Get settled on the grounds before the crowd arrives.
07:17
Watch the sunrise. The sun rises in the east, casting long shadows across the historic site. The quiet of the early morning highlights the serene atmosphere of the cottage grounds.
08:02
Walk down to Fordham Road Center. It is a short stroll from the cottage. Browse the shops for a quick coffee or a light breakfast snack to keep you going as the day warms up.
Local tip
The cottage is open Saturday from 10:00 to 16:00. You can walk the exterior grounds freely before opening, but interior access requires a ticket. Check the route from Kingsbridge Road if you need transport.
Check before you go
- The cottage opens at 10:00 on Saturdays. Arriving before sunrise allows you to enjoy the exterior views and the peaceful atmosphere without waiting in line.
- Fordham Road Center has no listed opening hours, so check locally for morning availability.
Built from places in the Wikivoyage guide to New York City (CC BY-SA 4.0), with open map data from OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).