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Things to know about quaint neighbourhood- Gramercy

Gramercy is a private, quiet and one of the most beautiful neighbourhoods in Manhattan, located in proximity to Union square and East River Greenway. The place attracts fewer tourists as compared to the nearby East Village and Soho.

The interesting part of this district is that it is bordered by Union Square on the south and Flatiron District to the west. The area is further surrounded by beautiful and sprawling private Gramercy Park, which makes Gramercy a quieter place to live in the heart of Manhattan. Gramercy Park is one of the most sought-after tranquil gated square. Only the residents of the surrounding townhouses and apartment have access to this park.

Surrounding Area

Murray Hill Flatiron Greenwich Village East Village

Transportation

The district is served by an extensive network of subway lines (L, N, Q, R, 4, 5, 6. All these lines converges at 14th St–Union Sq station, which further offers a direct link to areas like- lower Manhattan, the Upper East Side, Brooklyn, Queens and the Bronx

Nearest Subways:

Columbus Circle Grand Central Union Square Wall Street

Things to do in Gramercy

Lovely shops, amazing restaurants, cool pubs, private park, luxury townhouses and serviced apartments are the highlights in this area. Mostly, the walk-up apartments are more affordable as compared to the bigger doorman buildings in this area. The beautiful facade and picturesque architectural landscape, makes it an ideal place to live.

The major attraction here is the Gramercy Park, which is a huge private park for resident’s exclusive enjoyment. The Park is also the remnant of a bygone era that looks same as in the 19th century lush green space and impeccable landscaping.

Being the perfect combination of calmness and convenience, you all find all great happening bars and pubs just few walks away. Several charming bars, bodegas, and cafes are sprinkled throughout the surrounding like Danny Meyer, Todd English, Casa Mono, Pure Food and Wine, and Eleven Madison Park. To enjoy an exciting nightlife, you can experience live music at Irving Plaza and other options like The Gramercy Theatre and Jazz Standard are also present.

Shopping scene in Gramercy is quite upscale and the area is loaded with chain of highly fashionable clothing stores, home-decor store, boutiques and bookstores. Whether you’re looking for a cool pair of jeans or a new furnishing, you can get it all in Gramercy and Flatiron. Some of the popular stores are Lomography Gallery Store, Karen Karch, Janet Rufin’s Parlor, Gramercy Project, among others.

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