Duffy Square Park
Public plaza at northern Times Square with statue
The northern triangle of Times Square, featuring the TKTS booth, red spectator steps and the Father Duffy statue; visitors use it as a hub for Broadway ticketing and Midtown theatre access.
Duffy Square at a Glance#
Address: Broadway & 7th Ave (intersection), Manhattan, New York, NY 10036, United States
About Duffy Square#
Duffy Square is the name given to the northern triangle of Times Square in Manhattan, New York City, notable for its pedestrian plaza, a memorial statue, and the TKTS ticket booth. It forms the northern gateway to the broader Times Square entertainment district.
The area has evolved with Times Square’s development as a theater and entertainment hub through the 20th century; the Duffy memorial was installed to honor Father Duffy, a prominent World War I chaplain and community figure. The TKTS booth was introduced to centralize discount ticket sales for Broadway and Off-Broadway shows.
Occupying the triangular block formed by Broadway, Seventh Avenue, and 47th Street, Duffy Square sits at the northern end of Times Square in Midtown Manhattan, a short walk from major subway lines and just east of the Theater District.
- Position: Sits at the northern triangle of Times Square where Broadway and Seventh Avenue intersect, bounded roughly by 45th and 47th Streets.
- Visitor practical: The TKTS booth on the plaza is a focal point for discounted same-day theater tickets and the area is heavily trafficked in evenings and on weekends.
What to See#
- Father Duffy Statue: A bronze statue honoring Chaplain Francis P. Duffy, installed on the triangular plaza and facing Broadway; a common meeting point in the northern end of Times Square.
- TKTS Booth: A covered pavilion selling same-day Broadway and Off-Broadway discount tickets, operated by the Theatre Development Fund.
How to Get to Duffy Square#
Duffy Square is in Midtown Manhattan at the intersection of Broadway and 7th Avenue (around West 47th-48th Streets). Access by subway: 1/2/3 to Times Square-42 St (short walk), N/Q/R/W to 49th St, or multiple other nearby lines. Numerous bus routes serve the area.
Tips for Visiting Duffy Square#
- Visit early in the morning to watch vendors set up and to see the statue area without the theatre crowds of Times Square.
- For photos of the fountain, stand to the north for a composition that frames the Paramount Building behind the square.
- Avoid midday on weekends when buskers and tourists concentrate here; evenings are lively with theatre-goers.
Best Time to Visit Duffy Square#
Best seen early morning for clearer views or late evening for the neon electricity of Midtown.
Weather & Climate near Duffy Square#
Duffy Square's climate is classified as Humid Subtropical - Humid Subtropical climate with warm summers (peaking in July) and cold winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -4°C to 29°C. Abundant rainfall (1215 mm/year), wettest in July, distributed fairly evenly throughout the year.
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | - | -4° - 4° | -5° | 96 mm | - | - | 4.7 m/s | - | - |
| February | - | -3° - 5° | -3° | 77 mm | - | - | 4.8 m/s | - | - |
| March | - | 1° - 10° | 2° | 106 mm | - | - | 4.9 m/s | - | - |
| April | - | 6° - 15° | 11° | 105 mm | - | - | 4.7 m/s | - | - |
| May | - | 11° - 22° | 16° | 112 mm | - | - | 4.1 m/s | - | - |
| June | - | 16° - 26° | 21° | 94 mm | - | - | 3.9 m/s | - | - |
| July | - | 19° - 29° | 24° | 115 mm | - | - | 3.6 m/s | - | - |
| August | - | 19° - 28° | 24° | 110 mm | - | - | 3.5 m/s | - | - |
| September | - | 15° - 24° | 20° | 104 mm | - | - | 3.8 m/s | - | - |
| October | - | 9° - 18° | 14° | 94 mm | - | - | 4.0 m/s | - | - |
| November | - | 4° - 12° | 6° | 106 mm | - | - | 4.4 m/s | - | - |
| December | - | -1° - 7° | -1° | 96 mm | - | - | 4.6 m/s | - | - |
