No trip to Manhattan would be complete without some serious shopping. We all have heard of Bergdorf’s and the iconic 5th Avenue shops, but there’s another, home-grown sort of shopping that is taking Manhattan by storm: Farmer’s Markets. There are many locations to choose from, but we narrowed the list down to the four markets nearest to The Lombardy Hotel.
Dag Hammarskjold Plaza Greenmarket
Turkey burgers, bread from HBK (Hot Bread Kitchen), apples year round, fresh eggs, varieties of squash in the winter, and any size and shade of heirloom tomato in the summer—what more could you ask for? This market is open once a week, and is perfect for those staying in Midtown Manhattan. If you are looking for a fresh afternoon snack, or want to picnic in Central Park, make sure to head over and take advantage of the vast array of offerings at this market.
Where: Dag Hammarskjold Plaza Greenmarket; 47th St. and 2nd Ave., Midtown Manhattan (5 min drive from The Lombardy Hotel)
When: Wednesdays: 8 am – 4 pm, year-round
82nd Street St Stephen's Greenmarket
This is a great local market in the Yorkville neighborhood. There are vegetable vendors, fruit vendors, organic breads from nearby bakers, local honey and beeswax, and a creamery with its own cheese. Here you’ll also find antibiotic-free beef, chicken, and more. There’s also compost collection and textile recycling available! As an added bonus, there’s a little area to sit and chill out while you enjoy a croissant from the Bread Alone stand. In addition to shopping at this market, you can also participate in community activities, cooking demonstrations and recipe exchanges.
Where: 82nd Street St Stephen’s Greenmarket; 82nd Street between 1st and York Avenues, Yorkville (15 min drive from The Lombardy Hotel)
When: Saturdays: 9 am – 2:30 pm, year-round
Union Square Greenmarket
If you want the best, fresh produce in NYC, then you shop where hundreds of our world famous chefs go— the Union Square Greenmarket. This is solidly accepted as the largest farmers market in the city with over 150 vendors and hundreds of thousands of daily visitors. It’s open several days a week, year-round. Make sure you give it a visit while you’re in town, the experience alone is worth the trip, and odds are you’ll leave with some farm fresh goodies.
Where: Union Square Greenmarket; E 17th St Union Square Park (10 min drive from The Lombardy Hotel)
When: Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays, Saturdays: 8 am – 6 pm
Tucker Square Greenmarket
Can you imagine finding a place with over 80 varieties of apples? At Tucker Square Greenmarket, it’s a reality. This market is located on a spacious traffic island in Broadway from Lincoln Center, there’s a vast variety of seasonal vegetables ranging from fresh staples like corn and greens to delicacies like squash blossoms and eggplant. At Tucker will find knowledgeable growers that can give gardening advice and teach you how to care for your own plants and herbs. Farmstead cheeses, grass fed beef, artisanal baked goods, fresh seafood, and eggs are also part of the offerings you will find on your visit.
Where: Tucker Square Greenmarket; 66th St & Broadway, Upper West Side (15 min drive from The Lombardy Hotel)
When: Thursdays, Saturdays: 8 am – 5 pm, year-round
Staying in New York City – About The Lombardy Hotel
The Lombardy Hotel is a huge fan of fresh, organic produce and products. We are proud to be in a city where you can find so many amazing markets, minutes from our front doors. It can be hard on diets and digestive systems to travel to a new place. However, with these fresh options for meals or snacks, you won’t have to worry about your waistline or stomach. Our hotel looks forward to hosting you on your NYC vacation or trip.
