Tudor City Place view of Manhattan Solstice (Manhattanhenge) & 42nd Street

This image was taken on the Tudor City Overpass, looking west down 42nd Street in Manhattan. Reference the GPS coordinate. By Subway: - Closest Station: Grand Central (4, 5 or 6 Trains) - Walk southeast on 42nd Street toward Pershing Square until you reach the overpass.

Manhattanhenge, aka the Manhattan Solstice, is the most well-known summer sunset phenomenon in the city. Between late May and early July, the sun is in exact alignment with the street grid creating the perfect sunset view. Make sure you time it right, as the Manhattanhenge will most likely be 5-10 minutes prior to the actual sunset time. Outside of these months, the sun will set prior to passing through the grid of the streets.

Early morning is also a good time to visit as the rising sun will be behind you illuminating the entire street view.

By using a wide-angle lens (24mm) you'll be able to frame the length of 42nd street and heights of the skyscrapers.

Bring a tripod since you'll need a slower shutter speed to capture additional light around the buildings. There's a railing on the overpass where you can rest your camera if you don’t have a tripod as well.

Align yourself with the double yellow line in the street to accurately get yourself in the middle of the frame.

A short walk north on 42nd street is Grand Central Terminal. This massive 19th century commuter hubs has shops, restaurants, bars and events. While you're there, make sure to look at the ceiling! There's an astronomical constellation mural that features Greek mythology characters.