A neighborhood market with a global perspectiveIt's the savory meals enjoyed at Chelsea Market, just as much as the fresh ingredients purchased there that make it a beloved destination for locals and travelers alike.
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It is a huge food hall and marketplace and it does draw millions of visitors annually, not only tourists but local foodies as well.
Tour duration typically runs from 2-3 hours, giving you plenty of time to see and experience the market and its surroundings. Be sure to check our New York food tours page for more eating in NYC ideas.
Variety of Food Options: Chelsea Market is home to a diverse range of food vendors, including seafood, Italian, Thai, Chinese, and Mexican cuisine, bakeries, coffee shops, and more. There is something for everyone, and the high-quality food and artisanal products draw people from all over.
Chelsea Market Entrance FeeIt is free to visit Chelsea Market. For all tourists visiting New York we recommend purchasing either the New York: Go City Explorer Pass with 95+ Tours & Attractions or the New York CityPASS®: Save 40% at 5 Top Attractions.
Before it became the New York icon that it currently is, the Chelsea Market was actually a factory for the National Biscuit Company, or as you may know it as, Nabisco. Even in its early days, this building brought about one of America's most beloved treats, the Oreo Cookie.
The closest stations to Chelsea Market are: W 18 St / 10 Av is 136 yards away, 2 min walk. 10 Av/West 16 St is 164 yards away, 3 min walk. Hudson St/W 13 St is 219 yards away, 3 min walk.
Chelsea MarketWalk-in and you will feel fancy, maybe even fancy enough to purchase a $25 candle at Kiosk; or maybe you're in the mood for some nice cheese (they have the best cheese market ever). If you're looking for the bathroom, you'll find it on the main floor and on the bottom floor.
Chelsea (Manhattan)Chelsea is a great area to stay in as it is so central to everything. It is near the meatpacking district with fantastic dining options and is close to Greenwich Village. This is a really cool place to stay if you have been to New York before.
Chelsea's modern reputation as a centre of innovation and influence originated in a period during the 19th century, when the area became a Victorian artists' colony (see Borough of artists below).
Chelsea Market is great for strollers—all areas are easily accessed by ramps. The crowds can be intense, especially during lunch rush and weekends (the best time to arrive is early in the morning).
How long does it take to walk the High Line New York? Walking the 1.45-mile stretch takes about 30 minutes if you don't stop to gaze at cool outdoor artwork or the view.