Lafayette Hall 80 Lafayette Street New York, NY 10013 (west side of the street, between White and Franklin Street)
Nearby Attractions and Proximity to Campus
80 Lafayette is located on the edge of City Hall, Chinatown and Tribeca. Technically, our zip code is Tribeca, leading some residents to call the neighborhood "Chibeca". The building is 2 1/2 blocks south of Canal Street, near the 6, N, R, Q, W, J, M, and Z trains. It is less than a 5 minute walk south to the Manhattan courthouses, City Hall, and the Brooklyn Bridge (and the 4/5 subway stop).
A student can walk to the main campus in approximately 15-20 minutes and NYU buses run every 20 minutes during class times. Broome Street residence hall is a 5 minute walk.
Chinatown is a vibrant neighborhood with many inexpensive places to eat and things to buy, making it ideal for the student budget. We encourage students to explore the neighborhood and you will soon grow to enjoy it. The Tribeca neighborhood houses several great restaurants, hosts the Tribeca Film Festival in April-May, and offers close access to many corporate offices in Lower Manhattan. Additionally, close proximity to the courthouses and the Mayor's office has led to students getting many great internships in the area.
Getting Around
- 15-20 minute walk to Washington Square.
- Free NYU shuttle bus with late night service from building to Washington Square, or from Washington Square to other residence halls. See Bus Routes and Schedules.
- 2 and a 1/2 blocks from Canal Street subway stations for N, R, Q, W, 6, J, M, Z lines.
- Short walk (5-7 minutes) from Canal Street subway stations for A, C, and E lines.
- Short walk (5-7 minutes) from the Franklin Street subway stations for the 1, 2, and 3 lines.
