Downtown and Lower Manhattan

Lower Manhattan is a constantly transforming neighborhood. Located at the borough’s southern tip, adjacent to New York Harbor, the area is a one-stop shop for nightlife, restaurants and shopping. The neighborhood’s historical resonance is evident in the asymmetrical lanes that were footpaths and canals in the 18th and early 19th centuries, well before the City’s skyscrapers were erected.

As the site of Wall Street, Lower Manhattan’s role in American finance looms large; the nearby Seaport District features a range of family-friendly attractions. Visitors will find all manner of shops and restaurants, as well as notable museums, memorials and parks.