Related Articles Things to do this week in NYC Feb 6-Feb 13: Music Things to do this week in NYC Feb 6-Feb 13: Outdoor Activities Things to do this week in NYC Feb 6-Feb 13: Cultural Arts Most Popular Articles on CGNY Valentine's Day in New York City: The Big Apple's Most Romantic Restaurants How to Spend Valentine's Day 2010 in New York City Celebrate Black History Month in Harlem Dining in Chelsea quick links: Bombay Garden (Indian); Hill Country Barbecue; Pongsri Thai (Thai).Shopping in Chelsea quick links: Corniche Furs; Hell's Kitchen Flea Market; Showplace Antique Center; Steven Corn Furs.Nightlife in Chelsea quick links: Gotham Comedy Club (comedy club). Chelsea tours: The Chelsea Nightclub Tour, The Frank Sinatra Limo Tour Chelsea, the area west of Fifth Avenue and north of 14th Street to about 30th Street, has long been known for its brownstones, pre-war buildings and quiet, quaint, tree-lined residential streets. In recent years, however, it has become a favorite New York neighborhood with an abundance of art galleries, bars, and restaurants -- all with a chic touch.Chelsea is known for being "gay friendly," although a heterogeneous crowd occupies the area. Although it is mostly residential, the bars, clothing shops, and shoe stores are always bustling. Chelsea Piers, an enormous sports complex with great dining and sports-related shopping, is also a great stop. The Meatpacking District, around 14th Street and Ninth Avenue, is now one of the city's hottest areas. Who would have ever thought the posh would invade this cobblestoned territory? When the sun sets, crowds of clubbers can be spotted standing outside the latest "club to be seen in," while celebrities breeze through the doors. There are also a lot of high-end clothing stores, including Alexander McQueen, Diane von Furstenberg, and Stella McCartney. Visit www.meatpacking-district.com for a complete list of shops, restaurants, and clubs.The Flower District, located along Sixth Avenue in the mid-to-high 20s to about 30th Street, is the place where you can get almost any flower, plant, or accessory for your garden. From 23rd to 26th Streets between Sixth and Seventh Avenues is the Antique District. Weekdays are a little subdued and are for the serious shoppers, who can easily spend a pretty penny in some of the top-dollar stores. But, on the weekends, flea markets crowd the area and bargain antiques buys are hard to miss.Once they were all in Soho, but now Chelsea is becoming known for its art galleries. In fact, Robert Morrison, a real-estate broker and former gallery owner, says that as much as 90 percent of them have moved to the area. Among them, you'll find famous galleries like Robert Miller and Matthew Marks. The quaint, tree-lined charm and historical significance of Chelsea has made it a safe haven from the loud, bustling New York we all know -- and love. But if you're looking to experience the "real" New York, be sure to take a trip to Chelsea. -- Irene RossFrom the print edition of City Guide, 11/2006: West of 23rd St. is the gateway to trendy Chelsea, where the hottest gallery scene in New York has been happening over the last few years. Work your way up and down all the sidestreets between Tenth and Eleventh Aves. from about 26th St. south and you'll find yourself rubbing shoulders with fashionistas, in addition to serious art collectors. By night, Chelsea's streets are humming with great places to eat as well as one of the city's best-known dance stages, the Joyce Theater (175 Eighth Ave., 212-242-0800). -- Kathy Novak Archives: Today's Family & Kids Activites in Queens-Feb 9 Today's Family & Kids Activites in Brooklyn-Feb 9 Today's Family & Kids Activites in Bronx-Feb 9 Today's Family & Kids Activites in Manhattan-Feb 9 Happenings at B. Smith's Restaurant in New York City Grand Central Oyster Bar Presents Chablis Pairing Dinner on Tuesday, Feb. 16th Grand Central Oyster Bar Offers Valentine's Day Prelude Menu on Saturday, Feb. 13th Today's Family & Kids Activites in Queens-Feb 8 Today's Family & Kids Activites in Brooklyn-Feb 8 Today's Family & Kids Activites in Bronx-Feb 8 Today's Family & Kids Activites in Manhattan-Feb 8 Today's Family & Kids Activites in Queens-Feb 7 Today's Family & Kids Activites in Brooklyn-Feb 7 Today's Family & Kids Activites in Bronx-Feb 7 Today's Family & Kids Activites in Manhattan-Feb 7
Nightlife in Chelsea quick links: Gotham Comedy Club (comedy club).
Chelsea tours: The Chelsea Nightclub Tour, The Frank Sinatra Limo Tour
Chelsea, the area west of Fifth Avenue and north of 14th Street to about 30th Street, has long been known for its brownstones, pre-war buildings and quiet, quaint, tree-lined residential streets. In recent years, however, it has become a favorite New York neighborhood with an abundance of art galleries, bars, and restaurants -- all with a chic touch.Chelsea is known for being "gay friendly," although a heterogeneous crowd occupies the area. Although it is mostly residential, the bars, clothing shops, and shoe stores are always bustling. Chelsea Piers, an enormous sports complex with great dining and sports-related shopping, is also a great stop. The Meatpacking District, around 14th Street and Ninth Avenue, is now one of the city's hottest areas. Who would have ever thought the posh would invade this cobblestoned territory? When the sun sets, crowds of clubbers can be spotted standing outside the latest "club to be seen in," while celebrities breeze through the doors. There are also a lot of high-end clothing stores, including Alexander McQueen, Diane von Furstenberg, and Stella McCartney. Visit www.meatpacking-district.com for a complete list of shops, restaurants, and clubs.The Flower District, located along Sixth Avenue in the mid-to-high 20s to about 30th Street, is the place where you can get almost any flower, plant, or accessory for your garden. From 23rd to 26th Streets between Sixth and Seventh Avenues is the Antique District. Weekdays are a little subdued and are for the serious shoppers, who can easily spend a pretty penny in some of the top-dollar stores. But, on the weekends, flea markets crowd the area and bargain antiques buys are hard to miss.Once they were all in Soho, but now Chelsea is becoming known for its art galleries. In fact, Robert Morrison, a real-estate broker and former gallery owner, says that as much as 90 percent of them have moved to the area. Among them, you'll find famous galleries like Robert Miller and Matthew Marks. The quaint, tree-lined charm and historical significance of Chelsea has made it a safe haven from the loud, bustling New York we all know -- and love. But if you're looking to experience the "real" New York, be sure to take a trip to Chelsea. -- Irene RossFrom the print edition of City Guide, 11/2006: West of 23rd St. is the gateway to trendy Chelsea, where the hottest gallery scene in New York has been happening over the last few years. Work your way up and down all the sidestreets between Tenth and Eleventh Aves. from about 26th St. south and you'll find yourself rubbing shoulders with fashionistas, in addition to serious art collectors. By night, Chelsea's streets are humming with great places to eat as well as one of the city's best-known dance stages, the Joyce Theater (175 Eighth Ave., 212-242-0800). -- Kathy Novak
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