The trendy and lively county seat of Westchester County
White Plains is a city in Westchester County, New York, of which it is the county seat. The city is also considered the commercial hub for the county, as it’s home to numerous restaurants, shops, and entertainment venues. White Plains is located a short commute away from Manhattan, making the city a suburb of New York City.
White Plains is a bustling area with plenty to do. The city is considered Westchester’s commercial hub, attracting a younger crowd with bustling entertainment and nightlife opportunities. Many people live in or commute to White Plains for the fabulous job opportunities; major companies like Dannon, Nine West, and the New York Power Authority have headquarters in White Plains.
As mentioned, White Plains has plenty of restaurants and shopping destinations to choose from. The following are some of the best that the city has to offer.
When looking for a place to eat in White Plains, one great option is BLT Steak. This American steakhouse has a great bistro atmosphere and delicious steakhouse fare, including fine seafood and salads alongside signature steaks. Mulino’s of Westchester is a local restaurant that serves popular Northern Italian dishes in an elegant setting. White Plains Coach Diner is a step back in time with classic diner fare, ranging from breakfast to dinner foods, and open 24/7. Another unique restaurant is Aberdeen Seafood & Dim Sum, a Cantonese seafood and dim sum restaurant taking on a multilevel space.
White Plains also has several shopping destinations, such as The Westchester. This Simon mall is home to several leading brands, such as Nordstrom, Sephora, Tesla, TUMI, and Gucci. Another popular shop is Bloomingdale’s, an upscale department store with clothing and accessories, including brands like Louis Vuitton. Galleria White Plains is an indoor mall featuring over 130 stores and restaurants and spanning four levels.
Being a bustling city, White Plains also has many opportunities to get outdoors and enjoy beautiful, sunny days. Whether you want to spend the day at a park or explore a local event, there’s always something fun to do in White Plains.
When looking for something exciting in the White Plains area, one place to go is ArtsWestchester. Aside from being a high-quality art gallery, ArtsWestchester is a great place to go for events and live music. Another great option is the White Plains Performing Arts Center, where you can go to see live theatrical performances and music events. The center is also a great place to attend acting classes. The Westchester County Center is home to the Westchester Knicks games and various events throughout the year.
If you want to spend a day out at the park, one great option is Liberty Park, a two-acre waterfront park with excellent access to the 22-acre Silver Lake. The park is perfect for hiking and picnicking, as well as fishing. Delfino Park is also an excellent choice, as the park offers baseball fields, a playground, and a seasonal ice rink, all closer to the heart of the city.
White Plains is served by the White Plains Public School System and has many great schools, including German International School New York and Archbishop Stepinac High School.
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73,290 people live in White Plains , where the median age is 41 and the average individual income is $60,720.997. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
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There's plenty to do around White Plains , including shopping, dining, nightlife, parks, and more. Data provided by Walk Score and Yelp.
Explore popular things to do in the area, including Lone wolf boxing gym, SHRED Fitness, and G Michael Salon.
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White Plains has 28,413 households, with an average household size of 12.89. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in White Plains do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 73,290 people call White Plains home. The population density is 7,695.699 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
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