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Neighborhood Guide to Harlem and Washington Heights
From famous graves to restaurant faves, New York City landmarks to modern-day activist murals, spend a day taking in the sights and sounds — and hidden gems — of the vibrant neighborhood that American diplomat Henry Kissinger, Yankees star Alex Rodriguez, and Pulitzer Prize-winner Lin-Manuel Miranda have all called home.
Trinity Church’s uptown cemetery is a serene urban green space for locals and tourists alike — a place to find sanctuary amid the bustle of the city. Located in Upper Manhattan on the border of Hamilton Heights and Washington Heights, the cemetery is the center of the city’s Heritage Rose District, abloom in spring and summer with centuries-old varieties. Many notable New Yorkers are interred on the historic grounds (not to be confused with the downtown churchyards of Trinity Church and St. Paul’s Chapel), including John James Audubon, John Jacob Astor, Eliza Jumel, and Ralph Ellison, to name a few.
Come for a quiet moment of reflection— stay for the day. Here are a few of our favorite things to do, see, and eat in the neighborhood.
Nearby Attractions
A Short Walk from the Cemetery
Church of the Intercession
550 W 155th Street
Church of the Intercession, on the cemetery grounds, was designed in the Gothic Revival style by celebrated architect Bertram Goodhue. The church complex is a New York City landmark and listed in the National Register of Historic Places. Church of the Intercession was previously a chapel of Trinity Church.
Hispanic Society Museum & Library
Broadway between 155th and 156th Streets
This free museum, open Thursday through Sunday, features “works of art that originate from, or are directly related to, the countries wherein Spanish and Portuguese are or have been predominant spoken languages.” The complex is a National Historic Landmark.
Audubon Terrace, the museum’s courtyard, is open daily and features “El Cid,” a monumental bronze sculpture by artist Anna Hyatt Huntington, among other works.
Ralph Ellison Memorial
150th Street and Riverside Drive
This 2002 bronze sculpture by artist Elizabeth Catlett memorializes writer and longtime Riverside Drive resident Ralph Ellison, best known for the novel Invisible Man.
This public-art initiative draws attention to birds threatened by climate change with 115 commissioned murals scattered throughout Harlem and Washington Heights. New York City Audubon offers monthly tours, or you can take a self-guided tour using their printable or online maps.
Visitors can access this 12.9-mile paved path along the Hudson River from the Denny Farrell Greenway Bridge at 151st Street and Riverside Drive. This scenic trail passes through several New York City parks and offers views of the city skyline, seasonal foliage, the New Jersey Palisades, and more.
Morris-Jumel Mansion
65 Jumel Terrace
Manhattan’s oldest surviving residence, built in 1765, is open for self-guided tours Thursday through Sunday. The mansion is a New York City landmark and listed in the National Register of Historic Places.
Sugar Hill Children’s Museum of Art & Storytelling
898 St. Nicholas Avenue
This nearby museum, open Thursday through Sunday, is designed especially for young children and their families. The collection showcases a range of art that is both thought-provoking and accessible. Admission is free for children 8 and under.
Nearby Restaurants
Grab a Bite to Eat
Bono Trattoria
3658 Broadway
Brick-oven pizza and meals that celebrate Italian cuisine
Mama Sushi
3569 Broadway
Mouthwatering Japanese-Latino fusion eats
Hilltop Park Alehouse
3821 Broadway
Neighborhood spot for classic tavern fare and craft drinks
Sugar Hill Creamery
3629 Broadway
Local ice cream parlor with flavors celebrating Caribbean and Midwestern cultures
Visiting the Cemetery
When there is inclement and dangerous weather, the cemetery grounds may be closed. If you are uncertain as to whether the grounds are open during our normal visiting hours, please call the office at 212.368.1600.
Office Hours
The office is open 9am–4pm, Monday through Saturday except on the following holidays:
• New Year’s Day
• Martin Luther King’s Birthday
• Presidents’ Day
• Easter Monday
• Memorial Day
• Independence Day
• Labor Day
• Thanksgiving Day
• Day after Thanksgiving
• Christmas Day
Please contact us ahead of time for an appointment at 212.368.1600 or cemetery@trinitywallstreet.org.
Entrances
Main Entrance with Parking
This entrance is for those arriving by car; free parking is available here during visitor hours.
601 West 153rd Street
New York, NY 10032
Church of the Intercession Easterly Entrance (Audubon Gate)
Gate near: 550 West 155th Street
New York, NY 10032
This entrance is only open Tuesday-Thursday from 9am-4pm for those arriving on foot and can be used to visit the easterly division of the cemetery nearest Church of the Intercession. To gain access to the easterly division at other times, inquire at the cemetery office located in the westerly division, which is open 9am-4pm, Monday through Saturday.
Visitor Hours
The cemetery and mausoleum complex is open to visitors 9am–4pm, Monday through Sunday. Learn more about what you’ll find onsite in our photo gallery and consider using our guide to take a self-guided tour.
Contact Information
212.368.1600
cemetery@trinitywallstreet.org
Mailing address:
Trinity Church Cemetery and Mausoleum
770 Riverside Drive
New York, NY 10032
Planning Ahead and General Inquiries
If you are considering reserving an interment space please contact us to make an appointment at 212.368.1600 or cemetery@trinitywallstreet.org. You can find answers to frequently asked questions here.
Immediate Need
If you’ve just lost a loved one and would like to reserve a space at Trinity Church Cemetery and Mausoleum in Hamilton Heights, please call us at 212.368.1600 for more information or to make an appointment. If you call outside of business hours, please leave a detailed message. Messages are closely monitored.
Before your appointment, you may wish to explore interment options, access our pricing list, read our FAQ, learn more about the cemetery and mausoleum, view our photo gallery, or read our pamphlet for more guidance on the steps to take after the death of a loved one. We also offer this guide on coping with grief and living with loss.
Film and Photography Shoot Requests
Productions that are insured may apply for a film permit by emailing the office. Applications must be received at least three weeks prior to the requested filming date and any fees must be paid in advance.
Media Requests
For more information on media and filming requests, please visit our press room.
Not what you’re looking for? Learn more about Trinity Churchyard, where Alexander Hamilton is buried, and St. Paul’s Chapel Churchyard, both of which are located in Lower Manhattan.