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Travel story · New york

Katharine Hepburn's New York

A three-day tour of the New York that shaped Katharine Hepburn — the woman who made trousers salonfähig. Theatres, bookshops, and the sharp, unapologetic wit she wore as confidently as her slacks.

Katharine Hepburn's New York
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Day 1: East Side, on the town

Hepburn grew up in Hartford but made her name on Broadway. Start near her former pied-à-terre around Turtle Bay and walk to Grand Central, her gateway to the city.

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Vintage 90s Polo Ralph Lauren Made in USA Men's XL White Turtleneck

Day 2: The theater district

She played in The Philadelphia Story and, decades later, was still on the boards. Walk through the Theater District, grab coffee at a diner, and catch a matinee the way she did: back straight.

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Vintage Ralph Lauren Full Queen Double Floral Comforter 84 X 72 Heavy 8 Lb

Day 3: Books and beans

Her love of reading and simple food was legendary. The Strand Bookstore and a sandwich in the Village complete the picture: comfortable, opinionated, fearless.

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NWT Vintage Polo Ralph Lauren Fly Fishing and Tackle Sporting Goods Corduroy Hat

Along the way

  1. 01

    Grand Central Terminal

  2. 02

    The Strand Bookstore

  3. 03

    The Algonquin Hotel

  4. 04

    Turtle Bay Gardens

  5. 05

    Theater District

  6. 06

    Tompkins Square Park