Turn left onto Greenwich Avenue and make another quick left onto Christopher Street, the heart of New York City’s gay rights movements during the 1960s and 1970s.
While many of Manhattan’s gay hotspots have moved to north to Chelsea, Christopher Street is still the home of many gay bars and lounges.
Take a Walking Tour of the West Village
From Lauren M. Krauze
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- Take a Tour of the West Village - - Jefferson Market Courthouse
- Explore Christopher Street
- Stop for Cupcakes at Magnolia Bakery
- Burgers and Beer at the Historic White Horse Tavern
- Stroll Through Hudson River Park
- Experience Apartment Envy at The Archives
- Discover the Narrowest House in New York
- Explore Bleecker Street
- Relax in Washington Square Park or Keep Exploring
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