Columbus Circle, named after Christopher Columbus, is a popular tourist destination that’s known for its infamous traffic roundabout and the Shops at Columbus Circle. There’s also the Time Warner Center, Jazz at Lincoln Center, and Museum of Arts and Design available for your pleasure. Conveniently located at the southwest corner of Central Park, Columbus Circle is the perfect place to meet your friends and begin your stroll through the picturesque park. Thanks to the assortment of transportation options (A/B/C/D/1 lines), this little pocket of the city is easily accessible.