The High Line
The elevated park built on an abandoned freight rail line, threading through Chelsea from Gansevoort Street to Hudson Yards.
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The full walk from Gansevoort Street to Hudson Yards takes about 45 minutes without stops, with Chelsea Market at a midpoint exit for lunch.
Related terms
Museums
Whitney Museum of American Art
The American art museum in the Meatpacking District, home of the Whitney Biennial and Hudson-facing terraces.
Landmarks
Edge at Hudson Yards
The western hemisphere's highest outdoor sky deck, jutting from Hudson Yards with a glass floor 100 stories up.
Parks
Little Island
The park on tulip-shaped concrete pilings floating over the Hudson at Pier 55, funded by Barry Diller.
Parks
Central Park
The 843-acre engineered wilderness at Manhattan's heart, designed by Olmsted and Vaux in 1858.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does the High Line take?
The full walk runs about 45 minutes without stops, double it for photos and detours. Chelsea Market sits right at a midpoint exit for lunch.
Which direction and entrance are best?
Start at Gansevoort Street after a Whitney visit and walk north. Ending at Hudson Yards sets up Edge or The Shed.
Is the High Line accessible with a stroller or wheelchair?
Yes, elevators serve several access points along the route rather than only the ends. Check which entrances have them before planning where to start.
