Most reviewed Scenic spots in New York, United States to visit (Updated December, 2023)

Most reviewed Scenic spots in New York

Explore the city's most talked-about destinations, sorted by the number of reviews. The higher the position on the list, the greater the number of reviews for each place. Discover the pulse of New York through these extensively reviewed and popular spots. This list contains 50 places from Scenic spot category.

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Bethesda Terrace

Historical landmark

Bi-level, lakeside terrace with a large fountain & carvings representing the seasons & times of day.

4.70 (10.2K reviews)

Strawberry Fields

Tourist attraction

Quiet, shady patch of Central Park with black-&-white tile mosaic honoring Beatle John Lennon.

4.60 (8.9K reviews)

Belvedere Castle

Castle

Gothic & Romanesque 1872 castle set on Vista Rock (the park's 2nd highest point) with park views.

4.50 (5.7K reviews)

Dumbo - Manhattan Bridge View

Scenic spot

Street intersection & well-known selfie spot with the iconic Manhattan Bridge as a backdrop.

4.80 (4.1K reviews)

Unisphere

Tourist attraction

Spherical stainless steel globe orbited by three rings & commissioned for the 1964 World’s Fair.

4.70 (3.6K reviews)

Statue of Liberty Vista Point

Scenic spot

Bayside observation point looking toward the iconic Lady Liberty statue, with benches & a walkway.

4.60 (3.4K reviews)

Bow Bridge

Bridge

This scenic, 1862 pedestrian bridge with a decorative banister is a well-known romantic spot.

4.80 (2.5K reviews)

Pier 35

Park

Waterside pier with exercise equipment & giant swings, plus sunset views over the East River.

4.60 (2.2K reviews)

Balto Statue

Tourist attraction

Sculpture of lead sled dog that raced to deliver medicine saving Alaska's children from diphtheria.

4.70 (2.1K reviews)

Gapstow Bridge

Bridge

Ornamental arched bridge over the Pond, with views of Central Park South buildings & Wollman Rink.

4.80 (1.6K reviews)

Fort Wadsworth - Gateway National Recreation Area

Fortress

Manhattan views & bike paths around a cluster of waterfront fortifications built over centuries.

4.60 (1.5K reviews)

Louis Valentino, Jr. Park and Pier

Park

Waterfront lawn that features a kayak boat launch & a pier affording views of the Statue of Liberty.

4.60 (1.1K reviews)

Grand Army Plaza

Park

Plaza at the entrance to Central Park, anchored by a bronze statue of Union Gen. William T. Sherman.

4.60 (1K reviews)

Fountain of the Dolphins

Scenic spot

👍👍 After a decade long hiatus due to Superstorm Sandy, the iconic Dolphin sculpture has returned. Standing tall at the far end of Sand Lane , it welcomes beachcombers back for another year of summer days. The dolphins have been revarnished with a gold finish giving them a majestic sun kissed look . Fou...

4.50 (960 reviews)

Umpire Rock

Scenic spot

👍👍 This's one of the most popular places to visit in NY. I love to come here in spring and autumn. People visiting here seem calm and gentle, so I also can be so relaxed.

4.70 (786 reviews)

Pier 45 at Hudson River Park

Park

850-ft. pier & surrounding green space, offering seasonal events, New Jersey vistas, shade & seats.

4.70 (611 reviews)

The Little Red Lighthouse

Historical landmark

This quaint decommissioned lighthouse beneath the George Washington Bridge is open to visitors.

4.70 (589 reviews)

The High Bridge

Bridge

Built in 1848, New York City’s oldest bridge is now a steel-arch hike & bike path with river views.

4.60 (561 reviews)

The Mall and Literary Walk

Scenic spot

Statues of Shakespeare, Robert Burns & other writers dot this wide promenade shaded by elm trees.

4.80 (488 reviews)

North Channel Bridge Fishing Area

Park

👍👍 I love this place. The scene is so beautiful. One can witness the sunset as well as sunrise clearly. JFK international airport is across the waters where the planes can be seen bot takeoffs and landing. The sounds of winds and birds specifically ducks can be seen on the sand and in the waters. Fishi...

4.40 (442 reviews)

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Most reviewed Scenic spots in New York, United States