Exploring the Historic Berlin Wall: A Symbol of Freedom

Getting There

• Subway

  If you're starting from Midtown Manhattan, make your way to the nearest subway station and take the E train from 42nd Street - Port Authority Bus Terminal towards World Trade Center. Ride for about 10 stops until you reach the World Trade Center station. Once you arrive, exit the station and walk towards the West Street. Turn left and walk south along West Street until you reach the intersection with South End Avenue. Continue walking straight until you reach 393 S End Ave, where the Berlin Wall is located.

• Bus

  From the Upper West Side, you can take the M20 bus heading downtown. Board the bus at a nearby stop and ride it until you reach the Chambers St/West St stop. After getting off, walk south along West Street until you reach the intersection with South End Avenue. Turn left and continue walking straight until you reach 393 S End Ave, where the Berlin Wall is situated.

• Walking

  If you're staying in Battery Park City, simply walk towards the Hudson River and head north along the waterfront. As you walk, keep looking for signs leading you to South End Avenue. Once you reach South End Avenue, turn right and walk until you get to 393 S End Ave, where you will find the Berlin Wall.

• Ferry

  For a scenic route, consider taking the Staten Island Ferry from Staten Island to Manhattan. Once you arrive at the Whitehall Terminal in Manhattan, exit the terminal and walk north towards State Street. Turn left on State Street and walk towards West Street. Then, turn right on West Street and walk until you reach South End Avenue. Turn left and walk straight until you reach 393 S End Ave, home to the Berlin Wall.