Smith-9 Street Station
The Smith-9 Street Station was the highest rapid transit station in the world from its opening in 1933 until 2022, located over the Gowanus Canal in Brooklyn, New York.

Highest rapid transit station in the world (until 2022), located over the Gowanus Canal in Brooklyn. It is a local station on the IND Culver Line, standing at 87.5 feet above ground.

Why Go

šŸ™ļø Offers panoramic views of Manhattan from the southbound platform.
šŸ—ļø An architectural marvel, built as a viaduct over the Gowanus Canal.
šŸŽØ Features new artwork, including a boat hull exterior and nautical map mosaic interior.
šŸš‡ A historic station built in 1933, part of NYC Subway's above-ground sections.

Why Avoid

ā™æ Not currently ADA-accessible, though accessibility is planned.

Tips

šŸš† Take the F or G local trains; F express does not stop here.

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