
The city bursts at the seams with tourists during the holidays and weekends, but your bladder doesn’t care where you are or what’s going on — even if you’re smack dab in a crowded NYC holiday market.
When you have to go, you have to go. Finding a public bathroom right now in the city feels nearly impossible (and particularly in NYC parks). But alas, no more having to desperately search for a “bathroom near me!”
Dr. Wansoo, the creator of nyrestroom.com and professor at Rutgers University, aimed to cure one of Manhattan’s oldest problems — the difficulty of finding a public restroom — and he came up with a handy map that’s accessible to everyone.
The map was originally posted on the Uber Drivers Forum, but now we have the insider info when it comes to open bathrooms, too. The map is broken down and categorized into six sections: public, coffee shop, book store, hotel, fast food, and other. Hallelujah!
If you find yourself doing the I-need-the-bathroom-dance or clench, don’t hesitate to visit and add to this open NYC resource. The map has grown substantially since we first found out about it a few years ago! Plus, it will certainly come in handy during the overcrowded winter seasons when you’re hopping to and from holiday markets and December outings.
Access the NYC restroom map here.
Additionally, should you find yourself in need of some one-on-one time with nature, there’s also a convenient map listing every open bathroom in Central Park.