General Grant National Memorial

The General Grant National Memorial sits in Riverside Park, where the Upper West Side meets Morningside Heights. Part outdoor landmark, part historic site, it honors Ulysses S. Grant, the 18th U.S. president and Civil War general, and welcomes visitors year-round for quiet reflection and learning. Directly on the west side of Manhattan, it occupies the southwestern corner of 122nd Street and Riverside Drive, a shaded stretch near the river with long views toward the George Washington Bridge. The neighborhood hums with student energy and tree-lined streets, making it a calm stop between Riverside Park’s running paths and the lively blocks of 116th Street. Call (646) 670-7251 for basic information; the site is free and Good for kids, so families often pair a visit with a stroll in the park or a bite nearby. Directions are easy: the memorial is just a few blocks north of 116th Street, accessible by subway’s 1 train or the M4, M5, and M11 buses. Head to the map on Google when you’re rolling north from Midtown, and the route will take you straight to the entrance.