Suggestions for Outdoors & Recreation near New York

Angel F. • April 29, 2015The garden is awesome I love the flowers in the spring time

Karen V. • December 30, 2016Really busy on weekends in the summer. Awesome place to jog, people watch and eat ice cream

Neil M. • December 18, 2015Beautiful view for entire city..awesome sunset.

John L. • May 9, 2016Best outdoor space around the west village. Beautifully maintained

ℳ𝒶𝓎♍ • November 16, 2020My favorite part of Central Park, with the arabesque design of the walls and staircase. It's magnificent. The open area at the bottom of the stairs is where performers/bubble blowers park themselves

Barton S. • August 25, 2018Always an amazing mix of people and entertainment. One of my fav spots to lay in summer.

Brittany S. • April 10, 2016Beautiful spot to read while watching the sunset in the summer time.

Elina M. • January 8, 2021A perfect place to read a book. Just enjoy the lovely view.

Johnny A. • August 21, 2014My center of the universe. Great place to people watch. Or just chill back.

James R. • December 22, 2018Really like this park. It’s a quaint little getaway right in the middle of it all in NYC

Kimmie O. • August 3, 2020Beautiful spot with scenic views. Great spot to run or jog.

Haleema H. • March 6, 2018Beautiful ❤️ bring a book and a takeaway coffee, they have sun beds

Judson K. • May 20, 2012Best UWS spot to run, read or lay out

Lauren M. • June 30, 2016Quiet, secluded. A hidden gem in Manhattan!!

Shayna A. • December 18, 2012Really cool light-sculpture! constantly changes colors

Brian H. • April 8, 2012Wide lawns and trees dotting the periphery, sitting on a corner of land with the river on two sides, make this park a special place. The community gardens in the northeast corner are very nice too.

Caroline • October 9, 2015Great for long walks along the Hudson River. Quiet moments in the city that never sleeps and a special view of the skyline. Especially beautiful at sunset!

Zina M. • August 12, 2011Get a cupcake from The cupcakes & shakes cart at the bottom of the steps. The mooncake cupcake was topped with valrhona chocolate icing - divine!

Maria D. • September 10, 2011Food is delicious. Lobster roll especially!!

Sara . • August 19, 2015A great place to picnic, sunbathe, read, play Frisbee...whatever!

Kim P. • June 1, 2015One of the best places to spend a sunny afternoon. Bring a blanket and soak up the sun! ☀️

Andrew C. • November 4, 2021Such incredible, uninterrupted views of every part of the city + all the different rooms with experiences are really fun and unique!!!!

Emily R. • August 22, 2011One of the most magical parts of Central Park...you would never know you're in the middle of Manhattan. Wooded area with tons of trails, waterfalls and bird-watching.

Paige C. • November 8, 2015Always fun to come down here for a walk, to watch the sunset or grab a bite along the water.

Sara . • July 25, 2016Relaxing. Great picnic or baseball spot.

Dominic G. • August 24, 2013One of the best gardens in Central Park. Great place for wedding pics too!

New York D. • July 4, 2015Nice small dog play area along the east river.

Quintein • December 17, 2018I highly recommend visiting when there isn't a crowd (late night to 8am) to fully reflect. There is lots of security present and the area is under CCTV via the light posts

Chris N. • March 8, 2015Beautiful park, a quick getaway from the hustle of the city.

Jason • September 1, 2014Best part of the park. Food. Performers. Music. And great views. Come around sunset.