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The Most Romantic Locations in NYC Parks

1. Van Cortlandt Park

9.1
Broadway (W. 242nd St.), Bronx, NY
Park · Van Cortlandt Park · 68 tips and reviews

NYC ParksNYC Parks: Take a leisurely walk around the lake or hike the John Muir Nature Trail in this woodsy paradise.

2. Wave Hill

9.4
675 W 252nd St (Independence Ave), Bronx, NY
Garden · Riverdale · 53 tips and reviews

NYC ParksNYC Parks: Watch the sun set over the Palisades or visit one of the most impressive arboretums in New York City.

3. Orchard Beach

7.5
(Orchard Beach Rd), Bronx, NY
Beach · 48 tips and reviews

NYC ParksNYC Parks: A romantic walk on the rocky shoreline of Hunter Island will transport you to the coast of Old New England.

4. Bronx Park

7.7
Dr Theodore Kazimiroff Blvd, Bronx, NY
Park · Bronx Park · 11 tips and reviews

NYC ParksNYC Parks: Watch the spectacular waterfall on New York City’s only freshwater river, Bronx River.

Brooklyn Bridge Park is one of The Most Romantic Locations in NYC Parks.

5. Brooklyn Bridge Park

9.6
Furman St (Plymouth St), Brooklyn, NY
Park · Brooklyn Heights · 418 tips and reviews

NYC ParksNYC Parks: Watch the sun set over Manhattan as the East River glistens before you.

6. Prospect Park

9.7
Prospect Park W/SW (Flatbush Ave), Brooklyn, NY
Park · Prospect Park · 309 tips and reviews

NYC ParksNYC Parks: The waterfall and boathouse near the Lullwater Bridge make the perfect setting for romance.

7. Fulton Park

7.9
Fulton St (btwn Lewis & Stuyvesant Ave), Brooklyn, NY
Park · Bedford-Stuyvesant · 10 tips and reviews

NYC ParksNYC Parks: Stroll through the great trees in this treasured neighborhood park.

8. Sunset Park

305 Main St, Post Washington, NY
Park · Port Washington · 2 tips and reviews

NYC ParksNYC Parks: Eagle-eye views of Manhattan, Staten Island, New Jersey, and the Statue of Liberty will make you feel like you’re on top of the world.

9. Heather Garden

9.1
Margaret Corbin Dr, New York, NY
Garden · Hudson Heights · 8 tips and reviews

NYC ParksNYC Parks: This picturesque garden offers spectacular views of the Palisades in all seasons.

10. Battery Park

9.2
Battery Pl (at State St), New York, NY
Park · Financial District · 302 tips and reviews

NYC ParksNYC Parks: Take in unparalleled views as seagulls fly, the waves lap, and the sun sets over Ellis Island and the Statue of Liberty.

11. Madison Square Park

9.4
Madison Ave (btwn E 23rd & E 26th St), New York, NY
Park · 479 tips and reviews

NYC ParksNYC Parks: Enjoy world-class outdoor art in this historic park right in the heart of Manhattan.

12. Carl Schurz Park

9.5
599 E 86th St (at East End Ave), New York, NY
Park · 97 tips and reviews

NYC ParksNYC Parks: Cuddle up on the benches behind the grand Gracie Mansion.

13. Fort Totten Park

8.2
Totten Ave, Queens, NY
Park · Bay Terrace · 20 tips and reviews

NYC ParksNYC Parks: Peer across the Long Island Sound through stately Civil War-era structures.

14. Astoria Park

9.5
19 19th St (btwn Ditmars Blvd & Astoria Pk S), Queens, NY
Park · Astoria · 96 tips and reviews

NYC ParksNYC Parks: Stroll the East River waterfront overlooking Roosevelt Island and the awesome Manhattan skyline.

15. Baisley Pond Park

8.3
Guy R. Brewer Blvd. (Btw Sutphin Blvd. & Baisley Blvd.), Queens, NY
Lake · South Jamaica · 18 tips and reviews

NYC ParksNYC Parks: Sit and relax under the gazebo and gaze out at the fabled gigantic lily pads resting on the pond.

16. Kissena Park

8.9
Oak Ave (btwn Kissena Blvd & 164th St), Flushing, NY
Park · Flushing · 25 tips and reviews

NYC ParksNYC Parks: Weeping willows set the mood around the beautiful lake.

17. Alice Austen House

7.7
2 Hylan Blvd (Edgewater St), Staten Island, NY
Art Museum · Rosebank · 17 tips and reviews

NYC ParksNYC Parks: This Victorian garden will transport you to 19th century romance.

18. Willowbrook Park

7.7
4400 Victory Blvd, Staten Island, NY
Baseball Field · Willowbrook · 4 tips and reviews

NYC ParksNYC Parks: Ride the carousel with your sweetheart and feel like a kid again.

19. Conference House Park

8.8
7455 Hylan Blvd, Staten Island, NY
Park · Tottenville · 17 tips and reviews

NYC ParksNYC Parks: Stroll along the beach with your beloved while the sun shines, and enjoy views of the Raritan Bay from the romantically lit pavilion after the sun sets.

20. Clove Lakes Park

9.0
1150 Clove Rd, Staten Island, NY
Park · North Shore · 27 tips and reviews

NYC ParksNYC Parks: Row a boat ride on the lake while enjoying the beautiful park.

Francis Lewis Park is one of The Most Romantic Locations in NYC Parks.

21. Francis Lewis Park

9.0
3rd Ave (at 147th St), Queens, NY
Park · Whitestone · 10 tips and reviews

NYC ParksNYC Parks: Take in serene views of the Whitestone Bridge towering over the East River to the Bronx. Read more.