How to Spend a Day in the Tribeca District of New York City
The Tribeca area or "triangle below Canal" in New York City falls to the south of Soho, the east of Broadway and to the west of the Hudson River. Originally farmland, Tribeca served as a hub for dry goods and textiles in the mid-1800s. The big lofts, quiet streets and good schools now draw doctors, bankers and lawyers to the historic area.
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Decide when you want to visit. Many people enjoy New York City in the fall and around Christmas time. The cool weather makes it easy to view the outside sites and New York City goes all out for the Christmas season, from decorating store fronts to huge light displays throughout the city.
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Plan your dining around a wonderful selection of restaurants and pubs. Try Nobu if you want sushi. Visit the Tribeca Grill for Mediterranean food that often draws celebrities. For those who just want have to have a nice juicy steak or cocktail type desserts, get to Dylan Prime.
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Shuffle down to the Tribeca Grand and visit the Church Lounge. After a day of sightseeing, this place provides continental food and a wonderful people watching spot. Anyone in search of good local bars with cheap drinks, a laid back atmosphere and pool must see the Grace bar and Antarctica.
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Explore local sites such as the African Burial Ground found at Duane and Broadway or the Woolworth Building located at 233 Broadway. City Hall at Park Row and Broadway and the Tweed Courthouse at Broadway and Chambers embody the entire theme of Tribeca's history.
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Take the kids to Washington Market Park located in the heart of Tribeca. This big playground that little kids adore has basketball courts and tennis nearby to keep the older kids happy as well.
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Plan to do some walking by heading east on Franklin Street, one of Tribeca's characteristic cobblestone streets lined with converted warehouses. Walk leisurely and stop to eat, drink or window shop at one of the antique stores, art galleries or bars.
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Stroll along Greenwich Street. In the summer and spring, the tulips bloom and add a gorgeous splash of color. Along Greenwich Street stop at an outdoor cafe to sit and sip coffee and just enjoy the ambiance of New York City.
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