Joe L.
8/22/2016
I've gotten off at this station a number of times while going to Washington Heights. I don't know if it is the deepest station, as it is under one of the highest points in Manhattan, but it is a...
MTA - 181st Street Subway Station - 1
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W 181st St
New York, NY 10033
The 181st Street station, part of the IRT Broadway–Seventh Avenue Line of the New York City Subway, serves as a vital transportation hub in the Washington Heights neighborhood of Manhattan. Operated by the Interborough Rapid Transit Company (IRT), this station has been a key stop on the 1 train route since its opening on May 30, 1906.
Situated 120 feet below ground level, the station boasts a rich history, with intricate tile and mosaic decorations adorning its platforms and vaulted ceilings. Notably, the station's construction involved unique challenges, such as blasting through a hillside and a tragic accident involving a 300-ton boulder that claimed the lives of miners.
Renowned for its historical significance, the 181st Street station is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. The station's recent renovations, including platform extensions and elevator upgrades, have enhanced accessibility and comfort for the thousands of commuters who pass through this iconic subway station.
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2.05 reviews
Rossy M.
4/24/2018
This has to be the worst train station in Manhattan. Besides the fact that the 1 line is already a mess, elevators here are always out of order and unfortunately its the only way to get down to...
Tina C.
7/6/2018
Stifling hot subway station without any cool air ventilation for passengers to wait for the 1 train in torturous condition. Waiting time for train intervals are approximately ten minute...
Tzippora C.
11/16/2017
Worst subway station I have seen in my life. The only way to get from the entrance to the train levels are 4 elevators, which are constantly out of order. Hence, exiting the train becomes a...
David L.
9/3/2019
I grew up using this subway station to visit my grandparents who lived in Washington Heights, and as a kid who was entranced by subways, I truly enjoyed it. The station had a unique design and...
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