Gallery hopping on a Saturday in Chelsea is one of my favorite things to do in NYC. It's free and the exhibitions are always changing so it truly never gets old! I usually make a whole afternoon of it and start around 1 pm and go til 6 pm (close) and...
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What to bring
Which galleries to go to
Where to stop after and/or along the way
What to bring
this is my art gallery hopping bible. map out your day using pins on this map, it also shows you what is on view/a bit about the art
See Saw - Gallery Guide
comfy shoes are a must- I am a loyal converse high-top gal- they're so comfy, look good with literally any outfit, and I'm a firm believer in inexpensive white sneakers because they get dirty easily and need to be replaced more than your average shoe...
Chuck Taylor All Star White High Top Shoe
I swear by this water bottle- easy to carry, small, keeps water cold and actually looks nice
DAY OFF TUMBLER 500ml
Which galleries to go to
make sure to check See Saw to see what's on view as it changes, but these are my go-to's. the spaces are almost as cool as the art
the one place you have to pay to see the whole thing- worth it though!! or become a member (and go to their Beacon location too!)
galleries close at 6 pm for the most part- so here is how to make a night of it!! or if you want to refuel along the way
if you're feeling like seeing more art after the galleries, hit up the Whitney. pro tip: it stays open late on weekends and there's a bar on the top level- perfect date night with a lover or a friend!!!
Whitney Museum of American Art
end here: one of my favorite rooftops in NYC. get a cocktail here! feels like a garden oasis. note it can get crowded
Gallow Green
but of course- walk along here before or after your gallery crawl! maybe on the way to the whitney?
