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1. Stroll along The High Line and enjoy the vies ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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2. Visit the Ground Zero Museum Workshop ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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3. Watch a game at the Madison Square Garden

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4. Grab a snack at the Chelsea Flea Market

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5. See local art with The Two Percent Gallery Tours

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6. View the exhibits of the Rubin Museum of Art

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7. Enjoy the view from the Vessel

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8. Find great food at the Chelsea Market

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9. See garments and accessories at The Museum at FIT

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10. Watch a play at Atlantic Theater Company

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11. Shop for art at David Zwirner

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12. Take a New York Beer and Brewery Tour

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13. Admire art sculptures in Madison Square Park

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14. Take a river cruise with Bateaux New York

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15. Have lunch at Empire Diner

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16. Check out the Down to Earth Farmers Market

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17. See a dance performance at the Joyce Theater

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18. Visit a playground in Clement Clarke Moore Park

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19. Have a romantic dinner at Pastai

20. Walk your dog in Chelsea Waterside Park

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Summary and Frequenly Asked Questions:

  • Chelsea is a neighborhood on the West Side of Manhattan in New York City with many great restaurants and famous sights, including the High Line and Chelsea Market.
  • With more than 200 art galleries, the neighborhood is known as a center for art in the city.
  • Here are the best things to do in Chelsea, NYC.

Chelsea, New York Weather by Month

Month High (°F) Low (°F) Precip. (in) Conditions
January 35 23 3.2 Cold
February 38 26 3.0 Cold
March 48 32 3.8 Cool
April 60 40 3.5 Mild
May 70 50 3.7 Pleasant
June 80 60 3.9 Warm & Humid
July 85 68 4.2 Hot & Humid
August 83 66 4.0 Warm & Humid
September 75 55 3.8 Mild
October 62 42 3.2 Cool
November 48 32 3.5 Cold
December 37 25 3.3 Cold

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