1
Niagara Falls State Park
Park
Famous waterfalls steal the show at this park that also features an aquarium, restaurant & more.
4.80 (71.5K reviews)
2
Brooklyn Bridge Park
Park
This urban oasis features shaded picnic tables, hibachi-style BBQ grills & river views.
4.80 (38.7K reviews)
3
Gantry Plaza State Park
Park
12-acre park on four piers along the East River offering restored gantries & Manhattan views.
4.80 (8.7K reviews)
5
Domino Park
Park
Green space with a playground, dog run & East River views, situated at a former sugar refinery.
4.80 (5.6K reviews)
6
Hunter's Point South Park
Park
Popular urban park offers a waterfront promenade, green space, playground, dog run & cafe plaza.
4.80 (4.8K reviews)
7
Bow Bridge
Bridge
This scenic, 1862 pedestrian bridge with a decorative banister is a well-known romantic spot.
4.80 (2.5K reviews)
8
Hudson River Greenway
Park
Chain of lawns, parks & piers, plus a bike path, stretching the length of Manhattan's west side.
4.80 (1K reviews)
9
Riverside Park South
Park
Sunset-facing green space along the river offering walking paths, grassy areas & outdoor events.
4.80 (934 reviews)
10
The High Line
Park
Popular park 30 feet above street level on an old rail line, with river & city views.
4.70 (57.6K reviews)
11
Prospect Park
Park
Sprawling city park featuring the Audubon Center in the historic Boathouse, plus Prospect Park Zoo.
4.70 (26K reviews)
12
Astoria Park
Park
Amenities at this nearly 60-acre park include a large pool, bocce courts, trails, & playgrounds.
4.70 (11.3K reviews)
13
Fort Niagara State Park
State park
From lake/river boating & secluded hikes to a pool & waterslide at this park with a nature center.
4.70 (4.6K reviews)
14
Whirlpool State Park
State park
Scenic park overlooks Niagara Whirlpool, with gorge hikes, fishing, picnicking & kids' play areas.
4.70 (4.4K reviews)
15
Juniper Valley Park
Park
Neighborhood park with a playground & spaces for baseball, basketball, tennis, handball & bocce.
4.70 (4K reviews)
16
Liberty Park
Park
Rooftop public space with tree-shaded seating areas, sculptures in remembrance of 9/11 & a church.
4.70 (3.4K reviews)
17
Inwood Hill Park
Park
Historical & hilly green space with a long river front, sports areas & NYC's last natural forest.
4.70 (3.2K reviews)
18
Main Street Park
City park
This 3.5-acre greenspace features a nautically themed play area, plus a dog run & water views.
4.70 (2.7K reviews)
20
Devil's Hole State Park
State park
Named for the rapids it overlooks, this park offers fishing, picnicking & hikes in the river gorge.
4.70 (1.9K reviews)