General Grant National Memorial (U.S. National Park Service)

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Grant, Defender of the Union

Overlooking the Hudson River from the Morningside Heights section of Manhattan, General Grant National Memorial is the largest tomb in North America. Grant's Tomb (as it is commonly called) is not only the final resting place of the General but a memorial to his life and accomplishments.

This rendering shows what the restored Overlook Pavilion will look like.

Overlook Pavilion Update

The National Park Service (NPS), along with the New York City Department of Parks & Recreation, is working to restore and rehabilitate the Overlook Pavilion at Riverside Park at General Grant National Memorial. This project will significantly enhance the visitor experience by providing better access and improved visitor services. To read about the progress of the restoration, click here.

Write to

General Grant National Memorial
West 122nd Street and Riverside Drive
New York, NY 10027

Phone

Visitor Services
(212) 666-1640

Media Relations
(212) 668-2251

Fax

(212) 932-9631

Climate

The best time of year to visit is the fall and spring, when temperatures are mild. Winters can be extremely cold with high snow drifts. With its high humidity, summers in New York tend to be warm and muggy. Due to its original contruction, the inside of Grant's Tomb is not air conditioned and is drafty in the winter. Please dress appropriatly.