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  • Shari Z
    Johns Creek, GA6 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    It doesn’t matter what season that you visit. Central Park is always filled with activities and people enjoying them and the outdoors.
    Written 14 February 2025
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  • Walshy Travels 🇬🇧
    Portsmouth, UK5,589 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    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.
    Written 11 February 2025
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  • Global27065530511
    4 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    Excellent winter village- our 3 teenagers enjoyed the Ice skating and we had an exceptionally good Cuban coffee. Cheese pasta also a big hit
    Written 15 February 2025
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  • Potomac_11
    Potomac, MD517 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    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.
    Written 10 February 2025
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  • Sarah F
    Ankeny, IA259 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    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.
    Written 29 January 2025
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  • dustythoughts
    Manchester, CT2,256 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    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.
    Written 31 December 2024
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  • JeffBreedlove
    Atlanta, GA4,647 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    It is the most important spot in the United States of America outside of the United States capital in Washington DC

    It is a reverent holy spot, which one should treat with the upmost respect and dignity

    No one should go to New York City without paying respect
    Written 25 December 2024
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  • SJE99
    Melbourne, Australia977 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    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.
    Written 15 October 2024
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  • delfinacuario2000
    Buenos Aires, Argentina709 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    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.
    Written 11 September 2024
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  • lucycan
    San Diego, CA3,715 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    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.
    Written 8 October 2024
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  • BC G
    5 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    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.
    Written 18 December 2024
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  • carpediem2019
    New York City, NY106 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    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.
    Written 14 September 2024
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  • uzmelissa
    Dubai, United Arab Emirates466 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    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
    Written 14 October 2024
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  • Stephanie S
    New York City, NY288 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    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.
    Written 24 May 2024
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  • Thomas V
    Oakland, CA19,144 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    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.
    Written 2 December 2021
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