Harlem YMCA, New York City Travel Guide

Getting There

• Subway

  If you are near Times Square, start by heading to the Times Square-42nd Street subway station. Take the 1 train (red line) uptown towards 168th Street. Ride for about 10 stops and get off at the 137th Street-City College station. Once you exit the station, walk east on 137th Street until you reach Amsterdam Avenue. Turn left and walk north until you reach 135th Street. Turn right on 135th Street and walk a short distance until you reach the Harlem YMCA located at 180 W 135th St.

• Bus

  From Central Park, head to the nearest bus stop on 7th Avenue. Take the M7 bus heading towards 135th Street. Stay on the bus for about 10-15 minutes and get off at the stop on 135th Street and Adam Clayton Powell Jr Blvd. Walk west on 135th Street, and after a few blocks, you will find the Harlem YMCA at 180 W 135th St.

• Walking

  If you are in the vicinity of Columbia University, you can walk to the Harlem YMCA. Start at the main entrance of Columbia University and head west on 116th Street. Continue walking until you reach Frederick Douglass Boulevard and turn left. Walk down Frederick Douglass Boulevard until you reach 135th Street. Turn right on 135th Street and walk a few minutes until you see the Harlem YMCA at 180 W 135th St.

• Taxi or Rideshare

  If you prefer a more direct route, you can hail a taxi or use a rideshare app like Uber or Lyft. Simply enter 'Harlem YMCA, 180 W 135th St, New York, NY 10030' as your destination. The driver will take you directly to your destination without the need for further navigation.