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Runner’s World, the world’s leading running magazine, informs, advises, and motivates runners of all ages and abilities. Follow us for training tips, news, and motivation from the editors of Runner's World.

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Best Places to Watch the NYC Marathon
7 places updated April 29, 2012
No matter where you watch, if you're looking for a specific runner, tell them in advance where you'll be--intersection AND side of the street. It's easier for your runner to find you than vice versa.
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    "If you get here early enough, you can get a spot near the front to watch the elites finish the NYC Marathon. It gets crowded as the day goes on."
    Runner's World MagazineRunner's World Magazine · November 1, 2011
    Columbus Circle
    Plaza
    · New York, United States
    8.6
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    "You often see the NYC Marathon being won behind the museum, where only one or two runners will be holding on at the front. The crowds aren't too thick, and you're not far from the family meeting area."
    Runner's World MagazineRunner's World Magazine · November 1, 2011
    Metropolitan Museum of Art
    Art Museum
    · New York, United States
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    "The NYC Marathon route includes three of the four sides of the park, eventually rejoining Fifth Avenue. You can walk across the park to see friends or family members who are running a second time."
    Runner's World MagazineRunner's World Magazine · November 1, 2011
    Marcus Garvey Park
    Park
    · New York, United States
    8.4
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    "There are far fewer crowds so you get a better view of the NYC Marathon. And if you're watching someone, you can easily jog over to Fifth Avenue and see them again."
    Runner's World MagazineRunner's World Magazine · November 1, 2011
    116th St And 1st Avenue
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    "The crowds in Queens tend to be less overwhelming than those in Manhattan during the NYC Marathon. See runners here before they tackle the big Queensboro Bridge."
    Runner's World MagazineRunner's World Magazine · November 1, 2011
    Gordan Triangle
    Plaza
    · Queens, United States
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    "It’s near the 8-mile mark of the NYC Marathon, so you can make it back in time to meet your runner in Central Park. And, it’s easily accessible by a whole slew of subway trains via Atlantic Terminal."
    Runner's World MagazineRunner's World Magazine · November 1, 2011
    Brooklyn Academy of Music (BAM)
    Opera House
    · Brooklyn, United States
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