This area was the site of the original Madison Square Gardens. But the cluster of neighborhoods has undergone substantial change in recent years. Madison Square Park has been substantially cleaned up and revitalized and the area around it is now home to a number of great restaurants. Buildings are being converted to condos. As the new conversions preserve the beautiful architecture around the park, it will be one of the most beautiful in the city. Park Avenue South is an after-work bar-hopping Mecca.