For a total of 4 times a year, the sun perfectly aligns with the Manhattan gridlines to provide an amazing photography opportunity. Here is all the info you need to take the perfect shot!

Streets where you can view the sunset
- 14th Street
- 23rd Street
- 34th Street
- 42nd Street
- 57th Street
Time To View The Half Sun on the Grid
Tuesday, July 12, 8:21 pm ET
Time To View Full Sun on the Grid
Monday, July 11, 8:20 pm ET
*Sweet spot: Find a location that is far east where you can view New Jersey across the Hudson river
Photo Op Locations
- Tudor City Overpass, Manhattan
- Hunter’s Point South Park in Long Island City, Queens