The City Hall station, also known as City Hall Loop station, is a closed station on the IRT Lexington Avenue Line of the New York City Subway. It is located under City Hall Park, next to New York City Hall, in the Civic Center neighborhood of Manhattan in New York City.

In 1904, New York City’s very first subway ride left from the City Hall station amidst great civic pride. With exclusive access through the New York Transit Museum, explore the elegant chandeliers, leaded skylights, vaulted tile ceiling, and graceful curves of this decommissioned subway station.

A look inside the Hidden Subway Station in NYC, which has been shuttered since 1945. Old City Hall Station is of the most architecturally stunning subway stations (by master artisan Rafael Guastavino) you’ve most likely never stepped foot in.

Jan 26, 2025 · This post tells you how you can tour the old City Hall subway station on your own or on a guided tour through the New York Transit Museum. How to Reach the Station Best Times to Go

Dec 5, 2022 · The City Hall Subway station is located just 600 feet south of the current Brooklyn Bridge/City Hall station where the 4/5/6 and J/M/Z trains operate. The station is 400 feet long...

Nov 19, 2023 · The Old City Hall Subway Station continues to be a jewel in New York’s crown, despite having been closed since 1945. Visiting it is out of reach for everyone except if you are lucky enough to score a ticket on a New York Transit Museum tour.

May 2, 2018 · The City Hall subway station was the grandest of them all. Located under Manhattan’s City Hall, and designed by NYC architects Heins & LaFarge and Valencian architect Rafael Guastavino, the station was one of the most impressive ones built.

Oct 25, 2023 · Take A Guided Visit To The Hidden Ghost Station In NYC’s Subway System. Get exclusive access to NYC's most famous decommissioned subway station through the Transit Museum's tour of the old City Hall station.

May 8, 2010 · The City Hall station on the IRT local track was lavished with fine architectural details, including glass tiles and large chandeliers. However, the Guastavino vaulted ceilings and skylights...

Mar 16, 2019 · City Hall Subway Station was the first subway station in NYC, which opened in 1904 and was abandoned in 1945, but remains in almost pristine condition today. It was once considered the crown jewel of the New York City transit system with its vaulted ceilings and whimsical skylights.