RT Columbia University

Prestigious Ivy League research university featuring historic academic buildings, expansive campus grounds, and a long-standing tradition of innovation, scholarship, and cultural influence.

General Information

Hours:

Campus grounds: Typically open 7am to 10pm daily
Visitor Center: Monday to Friday: 9am to 5pm
Access to campus may require advance registration

Fees:

Free to visit campus grounds
Guided tours may require advance booking

Pet Policy:

Pets are not allowed

Seasons:

All year

Location:

116th St & Broadway, New York, NY 10027

Website:

columbia.edu

How to Get There

From Midtown Manhattan (nearest major hotel area, ~6 mi): Take Broadway or Amsterdam Avenue north into Upper Manhattan, continue to 116th Street, and follow signs to the main campus entrance at Broadway.

Overview

Columbia University in Morningside Heights, founded in 1754, is one of the oldest and most prestigious universities in the U.S. Its Ivy League campus mixes grand architecture with quiet courtyards and tree-lined walkways, and includes the Low Memorial Library and its steps, a favorite spot to sit.

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