Dag Hammarskjold Plaza is named for the UN Secretary-General who died in a 1961 plane crash, and it faces the United Nations across First Avenue — which makes it the most diplomatically located farmers market in the city. The plaza's terraces and Katharine Hepburn Garden give you somewhere to actually sit and eat what you buy. If you work in Midtown East, this is your best lunch upgrade.
What to expect
Expect farm stands along the plaza's paved walks with seasonal produce, bread, cheese and prepared lunch options, serving UN staff, Turtle Bay residents and office workers. The Katharine Hepburn Garden at the plaza's east end offers shaded benches. Crowds concentrate at lunch and thin out either side.
Good to know
- Dag Hammarskjold Plaza runs along East 47th Street between First and Second Avenues in Turtle Bay.
- The 6 at 51st Street and the E and M at Lexington Avenue–53rd Street are the closest subways, then a walk east.
- Security around the UN can affect nearby street access, so allow a little extra time.
- SNAP/EBT and Health Bucks are available at the GrowNYC info tent.
- The plaza is paved and terraced with benches and shade in the Katharine Hepburn Garden.
- This is a lunchtime-heavy market — come at the edges of midday for shorter lines.
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Common questions
Where is Dag Hammarskjold Plaza?
On East 47th Street between First and Second Avenues in Manhattan, facing the United Nations complex.
Who was Dag Hammarskjöld?
The second Secretary-General of the United Nations, who died in a plane crash in 1961; the plaza carries his name.
Is SNAP accepted?
Yes, GrowNYC Greenmarkets take SNAP/EBT at the market info tent.
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