Viewing NYC Articles Categorized Under Subway Stations

[VIDEO] DeKalb Junction: The Delay Capital of the NYC Subway

2026-03-11T12:00:00-04:00

DeKalb Junction is widely considered the bottleneck of the Brooklyn subway system, creating massive delays as multiple train lines converge at grade. To fix this mess, the video proposes a de-interlining plan that swaps the B and N trains to simplify tracking, creates a new storage yard at 38th Street to allow the R train to run to Coney Island via the West End line, and builds a new flyover to turn around local trains without blocking express service. By rearranging how these trains operate, the proposal promises a significant capacity increase across the 4th Avenue, Brighton, West End, and Sea Beach lines, aiming to transform one of the city's worst transit chokepoints into a faster, more efficient commute for local riders.

The post [VIDEO] DeKalb Junction: The Delay Capital of the NYC Subway appeared first on Viewing NYC

[WATCH] The Worst Merge in the NYC Subway | Herald Square

2026-02-23T12:00:00-05:00

The Herald Square merge on the BMT Broadway line is considered one of the worst in the NYC subway system due to its inefficient "reverse branching" design. This design significantly limits the overall capacity of the line, causing frequent delays and lower train frequencies. While other junctions might be problematic, the Herald Square merge uniquely hinders capacity in the crucial city center. The merge's existence is attributed to the need to bring more trains to Queens, especially given capacity restrictions in lower Manhattan caused by ancient signal systems. However, with the upcoming implementation of modern signaling technology, there's a strong argument to be made for removing the Herald Square merge entirely, which would allow for more efficient train operations.

The post [WATCH] The Worst Merge in the NYC Subway | Herald Square appeared first on Viewing NYC

[WATCH] What Happened to the Subway UNDER the Twin Towers?

2025-06-14T12:00:00-04:00

In this video I'm going to be discussing the subway underneath the Twin Towers. What happened to it? How much damage did it sustain? And also some different photos that I found I've kind of stockpiled. […] This is the World Trade Center PATH station which hosted approximately 25,000 guests daily up until 2001.

The post [WATCH] What Happened to the Subway *UNDER* the Twin Towers? appeared first on Viewing NYC

[WATCH] Documentary: Ghost Stations of NYC Subway System

2024-02-24T12:00:00-05:00

Go for a look in the subway lines that were cancelled, forgotten and shrouded under New York City & delve deeper into the abandoned tunnels with real life accounts and exclusive photos & stories from LTV Squad (namely founder, photographer & author of ltvsquad.com Bad Guy Joe) as Aldo guides you along the tracks honing on the empty stations that we pass along.

The post [WATCH] Documentary: Ghost Stations of NYC Subway System appeared first on Viewing NYC

[WATCH] Exploring NYC's Abandoned Ghost Platforms

2024-01-05T12:00:00-05:00

Infiltrating infamous City Hall station underneath New York city!

The post [WATCH] Exploring NYC's Abandoned Ghost Platforms appeared first on Viewing NYC

[WATCH] NYC Subway: 1988 vs 2023 Comparison View at 14 Street - 8 Avenue Station

2023-08-05T12:00:00-04:00

A side by side comparison view of two different eras in the NY Subway. Featuring R10 R30 R38 R44 R46 R143 R160 R179 and R211 class types.

The post [WATCH] NYC Subway: 1988 vs 2023 Comparison View at 14 Street - 8 Avenue Station appeared first on Viewing NYC

[VIDEO] Architect Breaks Down NYC Subway Stations (Oldest & Newest)

2023-04-08T12:00:00-04:00

Today Michael Wyetzner of Michielli + Wyetzner Architects returns to Architectural Digest to explore the history of New York City's storied subway system, breaking down the architectural and design details found in some of its oldest and newest stations.

The post [VIDEO] Architect Breaks Down NYC Subway Stations (Oldest & Newest) appeared first on Viewing NYC

[WATCH] Details Unveiled for $6 Billion Penn Station Renovation

2022-06-10T16:00:00-04:00

Say goodbye to dingy, muggy and claustrophobic -- that's the plan in another redesign for Penn Station. CBS2's Dave Carlin has more on what's in store for people tired of traveling through the facility in its present condition.

The post [WATCH] Details Unveiled for $6 Billion Penn Station Renovation appeared first on Viewing NYC

Saturday, May 21st, 2022, Good Evening!

2022-05-21T18:00:00-04:00

Good evening! Wishing you a happy Saturday, May 21st, 2022 from all of us at Viewing NYC!

Here's what the weather looks like in the City right now.

The post Saturday, May 21st, 2022, Good Evening! appeared first on Viewing NYC

[WATCH] Hidden Gem Artwork: Inside the 72nd St Q Subway Station New York City

2022-05-03T16:00:00-04:00

Local pro photographers James and Karla Murray have a YouTube series in which they explore neighborhoods around New York City from their unique perspective. In this recent episode, watch as they give you a tour of the 72ns Street Subway Station on the Upper East Side.

In this video, JamesandKarla explore the true hidden gem artwork inside the 72nd Street Q subway station in the Upper East Side of New York City.

The post [WATCH] Hidden Gem Artwork: Inside the 72nd St Q Subway Station New York City appeared first on Viewing NYC