About 125th Street
125th Street is the main commercial artery of Harlem - New York's historically African-American neighbourhood that gave rise to the Harlem Renaissance, be-bop jazz, hip-hop and gospel music. The Apollo Theater - where Ella Fitzgerald, James Brown, Stevie Wonder and Diana Ross all made their names - is directly at the station exit. The neighbourhood has extraordinary soul food restaurants, live music and historical significance.
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Traveller Tips
- 1Apollo Theater's Amateur Night on Wednesdays is one of NYC's most famous entertainment events - book in advance
- 2Sylvia's Restaurant on Lenox Avenue (est. 1962) is the most famous soul food institution in Harlem
- 3The Studio Museum in Harlem has outstanding African-American art - often free on Sundays
- 4Sunday gospel service at Abyssinian Baptist Church is exceptional - arrive early for seating
- 5Walk north to the beautiful brownstone streets of Hamilton Heights
Accessibility
✓Wheelchair accessible
✓Step-free access
✓Audio announcements
✓Visual displays
✓Accessible toilets
✓Tactile guides
Facilities
Toilets
Shops
Info Desk
Nearby Attractions
Apollo Theater
Harlem neighbourhood
Sylvia's Restaurant
Studio Museum in Harlem
Marcus Garvey Park
Abyssinian Baptist Church
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Zone 2
Travel Zone
Est. 1904
Zone 2 Stations
Step-free access available