New York (city) - Soho

Soho (or rather capitalized as SoHo) is a diverse neighborhood in Manhattan in New York bounded roughly by Houston Street to the north, Lafayette St. to the east, Canal Street to the south, and the Hudson River to the west. The name for the area derives from its supposed similarities to the London Soho and the fact that it is "South of Houston". SoHo used to be a bohemian quarter of artists subsisting in lofts which weren't at first recognized as legal housing, and teeming art galleries. By now, the neighborhood has become so expensive that the art galleries have been generally priced out and have moved to the far west of Chelsea, while the struggling artists have had to move further and further into the "Outer Boroughs" to find affordable places to rent. Now, this is a neighborhood of expensive boutiques, but its narrow cobblestoned side streets retain their charm, and even if the crowding on Broadway between Houston and Spring Sts. can be draining, this is still a good neighborhood to walk through.

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Subway

Depending on which part of the neighborhood you wish to access, you can take the R or W to Prince St.; the 6 to Spring St.; the D, F, or V to Broadway-Lafayette; the C or E to Spring St.; the 1 to Houston or Canal St.; the A, C, or E to Canal St.; or the R, W, N, Q, 6, J, M, or Z to Canal St. Note that some stations with the same street name are not very close to one another. You may access subway and bus maps online [1]. Maps can also be obtained at most MTA ticket booths.

Bus

Take the M1, M6, or M20 bus for uptown/downtown (north/south) service. The M21 runs crosstown but traffic on Houston St. often makes for slow service.

Foot

If you are coming from a nearby neighborhood, walking is the best way to get into SoHo.

New York (city) - Soho tourist attractions and sightseeing

It's best just to walk around, look at the pretty old buildings on Broadway and the cobblestoned side streets, and if you like, shop at clothing stores and such on Broadway. West Broadway is another interesting and very upscale shopping avenue in the neighborhood.

• New York City Fire Museum, 278 Spring Street(between Varick and Hudson Streets), ☎ +1 212 691-1303(director@nycfiremuseum.org), [2]. Housed in a restored 1904 firehouse, the NYC Fire Museum covers the history of fire-fighting in the United States from the 18th Century to the present. Displays include antique aparatus, uniforms and equipment, as well as an apartment fire simulator.Adults: $5, Seniors/Students: $2, Children under 12: $1.  

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New York (city) - Soho souvenirs and shopping

• McNally Jackson Booksellers, 52 Prince Street, ☎ (212) 274-1160, [3]. Formerly McNally Robinson Booksellers, this independent bookstore features an extensive collection of magazines, fiction, and nonfiction. The store also features a cafe, as well as a number of ongoing events, signings, and book clubs and discussion groups. Located between Mulberry and Lafayette Streets. Hours: Mon-Sat, 10 a.m. through 10 p.m.; Sun, 10 a.m. - 9 p.m. 
• Pearl River Mart, 477 Broadway, 212-431-4770, [4], Broadway between Grand and Broome. 10AM-7PM, daily. Vast store of Chinese and other Asian goods: kitchenware, traditional clothing, home furnishing, tea.

New York (city) - Soho Restaurants: cheap, moderate and expensive

New York (city) - Soho nightlife, bars, clubs and pubs

New York (city) - Soho cheap and luxurious hotels, youth hostels and lodging

• '''Casa Bella''' in Soho at 184 PRINCE ST. New York 10012 US, +1 917 686-1236[5]. Casa Bella offers 4 completely refurbished apartments included with breakfast each morning. Contact for rates.

• 60 Thompson 60 Thompson St, (212) 431-0200 [6]. A 100 room luxury-driven lifestyle hotel by famed designer, Thomas O'Brien. The rooftop "members" lounge, and Kittichai, an upscale Thai restaurant complement the modern and chic sensibility of the hotel.

Contact

Casa Bella in Soho 184 Prince Street. 4 furnished apartments at $229 per night Contact 917 686-1236

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