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Woke up with jet lag and was staying near Times Square which is close to the start of The High Line. It was a lovely early morning walk even if some of it was closed off for maintenance until the summer (I guess). We started in Hudson Yards and ended up in Chelsea and the Little Island which was a nice surprise. Highly recommend.
This expansive city park is beautiful and a true hub of Lower Manhattan. Locals, tourists, chess players, students from nearby NYU and other colleges, and many others all congregate here in an atmosphere that is lively and peaceful at the same time.
We were at Chelsea Market and walked over to Little Island afterwards. Wish we would've thought to bring our lunch over there. It's a really cool man-made island with an historical connection to the Titanic. There is an amphitheater were you can sit and relax. Not sure if they have shows there or what it is used for. It was also nice to find some decent public bathrooms there. Great views of the west side of Manhattan and the Hudson River. Very close to the Whitney Museum, Chelsea and Meatpacking District.
This square is a really great place for a wander and to soak in the energy of the city without the mayhem of certain tourist traps farther north. I love coming here for the market, which is held several days per week - there's a tremendous variety of stuff for sale here. There's also a big chance that you'll encounter a protest, rally, or other politicized (and normally calm) social gathering; Union Square has been a hub for social activism for ages. Strand Books (the famous used bookstore) and Max Brenner are nearby.
This is a nice part of Central Park with the Imagine Mosaic Memorial for John Lennon. While the mosaic was a lovely touch, the area did not seem to be looked after very well. A few more nice flower beds would have made a difference to the ambience of the area. It is a solem, but happy place to visit though.
The Hudson River Park now has a beach, and it’s the cutest little beach you will ever see. It’s clean and spacious. Of course, swimming is not allowed, but the river is there, and the view is magnificent—you can even see Lady Liberty from there! It’s close to Little Island and a must-see when walking the various piers until you reach the High Line.
This is a long (couple miles) and skinny (2-4 blocks) wide park on the west side of Manhattan. It has dog parks, playgrounds, gardens and much more. Its MUCH quieter than Central Park but maybe not as fun. Certainly great to people watch.
The views and services were amazing, would highly recommend. It’s unlike anything I have witnessed and you’re able to take countless beautiful photos.
Idyllic flower garden as you enter from 190 street, subway station. April through October are key months to stroll through this well-curated garden. Park is wider, although I prefer this little spot where I indulge in flower photography. Steps from Met Museum's Cloisters, which is a must-see art collection for any visitor and lover of Middle Age artworks.
A Beatiful New York park if you want a stroll around at early morning, afternoon or just to catch the Liberty Statue ship. It's small area with amazing New York Views
I've been in NYC for more than 30 years and only visited this park recently. I've heard of it, but never before ventured to find. It's super cute and very pleasant. There is food stand - I think folks were eating French fries and I know they serve lemonade. On the super sunny day we went, there was a lot of seating in direct sunlight. There's also a roofed terrace with seating and a few cement benches around the perimeter.
I would give 5 stars but for the fact that we tourists have no access to this private park. But the neighborhood and especially the houses lining the square are superb and evocative of classic lovely 19th Century NY. We always come here just to stroll around.