One of the best places to hang-out under a tree or on a bench. There's always vendors from everywhere in and around the park. Sometimes local artists that sell some unique t-shirts or you might actually see a protest happening, or count the numbers on the National Debt building. Union Square is a New York staple not to be missed.... More

There's never a dull moment at Union Square Park! The backdrop of the park itself is a setting that draws everything and everybody - all fun and interesting. From the artists to the farmers market purveyors - all are interested in your enjoyment of the experience. Check it out.

Historically, Union Square was a place for radicals to express views. It's still a little like that. There is always something going on here.

The farmer's market, which is open more days a week now than ever, Barnes & Nobel, the restaurants, the holiday markets - there's always a lot going on.

Great place to hang out while having a bite to eat and watching a chess game or two. Gets a bit crowded but catch a good spot and just people watch!

Having woken early on Easter Sunday I headed out to whole foods across thebsquare only to find a farmers Market. What treat. Something I always say I'll do but never do at home. I wandered for at least a good hour. Really enjoyed myself. the seafood looked exceptional and it took all the strength I had not to grab some... More

i stayed in Hotel 17, a few blocks from Union Square Park. it has a great subway link up and the park is surrounded by great restaurants, bookstores, grocery stores etc. from union square you can get to greenwich village to wander around or wander down to the empire state building....the streets of nyc are very interesting....and union square always... More

I haven't fed the squirrels in Union Square in a while, but I remember them as being some of the gutsiest little rodents I've ever seen. I would be sitting on a bench enjoying a sandwich or snack of some kind, probably from the Whole Foods facing the park on 14th Street, and suddenly I'd see a squirrel hopefully checking... More

Huge Christmas fair during the holidays that includes everything from meatballs to capes. Definitely on my holiday list of things to do every year.