Also known as Ninth Avenue, Columbus Avenue stretches from the Chelsea district in the southern Manhattan all the way up to the Upper West Side in the north. It interacts with countless landmarks of western Manhattan, offering a great way to explore major sights in a single day. You can start your exploration with a breakfast in Chelsea, and then continue to walk to Hell’s Kitchen neighborhood,  famous for its booming nightlife and cultural sights.

Just above Hell’s Kitchen on Columbus Avenue, you’ll find the majestic  Lincoln Center, the world’s leading performing arts center where you can catch a play or a concert. You will also pass by the nearby American Museum of Natural History, where you can explore everything from dinosaurs, over marine life to outer space. This is also a great way to enter the iconic Central Park. Along the way, you’ll also stumble upon many shops, eateries as well as historic churches, such as the Church of St. Paul the Apostle.

How to find a gym with day pass access in Columbus Avenue?

There is a lot to see along the Columbus Avenue, from cultural landmarks to small businesses such as shops, restaurants and sports venues. The best gym near the southern part of the avenue is New York Health & Racquet Club 56th St. You can access this versatile sports studio by booking a day pass with the TrainAway app, and enjoy all of its facilities including the swimming pool, basketball court, boxing studio and numerous group classes.

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