Suggestions for Landmarks and Outdoors near Brooklyn

Novi • October 2, 2019Amazing waterfront views of Manhattan skyline with the Williamsburg bridge! Def a sunset spot! 💕

Markus T. • January 18, 2016One of the best parks I've ever been too. Offers trails for running, walking and exploring! Plenty of places to stop, relax, picnic, etc. Takes a completely different pace from the rest of the area!

Kimmie O. • July 26, 2020Such a beautiful park. You’ll always have breathtaking waterfront views of NYC. Lots of grassy area for picnics. Plenty of things to do here. Certain piers have designated sports sections.

Marie L. • October 14, 2017Great place to hangout on the weekends. Scenic views of Midtown. Love that it's one the waterfront.

Robin A. • May 26, 2018Great place to sit down for a bit and take in the beautiful view of the bridge together with Manhattan

Emily • February 10, 2013My favorite view of the NYC skyline on this side of the island.

Marie D. • March 25, 2023Nice running trail, beautiful plantings, historic landmarks, and cute dogs.

Kimmie O. • August 15, 2020Come here during the springtime to enjoy the cherry blossoms at their peak 😍

Marie L. • April 28, 2019500 year old bonsaï. Super cool greenhouses with various ecosystems. Sensory garden for the blind. So many things to discover!

Kimmie O. • July 27, 2020Gorgeous views here! Take a stroll along the waterfront!

Oscar T. • March 7, 2010Go up to the second floor for kids activities

Kimmie O. • August 15, 2020So many scenic views of downtown Manhattan & of the city skyline!

Gabriel H. • August 9, 2015The Farmers Market and the Food Truck Rally are both awesome things to do on Brooklyn spring and summer weekends.

Nate F. • July 14, 2015beautiful lakeside meadow is uncrowded, shady, and cool on sunny summer days, perfect for frisbee, picnics, and kite flying

James I. • April 22, 2011Separated playground spaces for younger and older kids, and then a separate big sprinkler space. Great park.

Maria G. • September 8, 2014Perfect view. Take many photos. Be respectful of the cyclists. A must do on a beautiful summer day during sunset.

Veronica R. • November 26, 2017Thoroughly enjoyed being on this beautiful college campus. Wonderful sculptures.

Savoteur • March 16, 2016This green oasis in the middle of Greenpoint is the most pleasant surprise you will come across. Beautiful any time of the year, the picturesque park opened in 1891.

adriana s. • June 3, 2012great place to rest by the water of the east river and a spectacular view of the bridge together with the new Tower one coming up

David B. • October 7, 2011Beautiful park underneath the approaches to two bridges. Consistently inspiring view.

Valerie S. • May 16, 2016Peaceful and serene- great place to sit, read, and enjoy the scenery.

Jariya W. • March 30, 2013Cool ferry ride from here 4 bucks that you can go anywhere !

Julia D. • November 2, 2014Best dog park in the city! (Ok, not technically a dog park but that's what makes it great for dogs. You'll see.)

April M. • August 3, 2015Beautiful place to bike ride with the family. If you ride to the pier you can take a nice break with a view of the skyline.

Courtney B. • June 17, 2013cafe roofdeck at top of bldg 92 is open 7 days; beautiful; with free wiFi

Judy L. • September 14, 2015peaceful yet full of life. beloved by families, couples, singles - you'll truly see everyone there. one of my favorite places in the world. great for boating, BBQs, picnics, and bodacious sunsets.

Ben M. • September 30, 2018Great place for a picnic, or to sit while eating your key lime pie.

Hany Y. • July 17, 2017Very nice hike, walk by the waters in BK

Dilara❥ • August 30, 2014A great sand beach in NY. It's crowded but still good. Great place to have lunch, and it is right by the adventure park. There's also a store that sells all beach items (towels, sunglasses, toys..)