Étendue couleur émeraude dans l’effervescente jungle bétonnée qu’est la ville de New York, Central Park se trouve au cœur du quartier de Manhattan. Véritable labyrinthe, il s’étend de Midtown jusqu’à Harlem. Créé en 1857 par Frederick Law Olmsted et Calvert Vaux, qui imaginèrent un espace vert tentaculaire au centre de l’île, ce parc englobe 341,15 hectares et grouille de vie tout au long de la journée. Les 21 aires de jeux du parc sont ornées de fontaines décorées, de sculptures, d’une myriade de ponts et d’arches, offrant un répit de la ville où de nombreuses personnes viennent trouver la paix à l’écart du rythme chaotique de New York. La attractions dans l’enceinte de Central Park incluent la fontaine Bethesda, le Conservatory Garden, le château du Belvédère et le zoo de Central Park.
This beautiful Brooklyn park was created by the same architects responsible for the splendid Central Park in Manhattan. Unlike its more famous cousin in Manhattan, Prospect Park sits pretty amidst a primarily residential area and is not surrounded by skyscrapers. Many Olmsted fans dub this 526 acre (212.87 hectare) park his crowning achievement. It features horseback riding, ice skating, tennis, paddle boats and a carousel, as well as the Prospect Park Wildlife Center. There is a band shell for concerts, and Prospect Lake is often teeming with ducks, geese and swans.
Located in Washington Heights, Fort Tryon Park and its 67 acres (27.11 hectares) of land are home to some of the best views in The Bronx, as well as a number of other worthy tourist attractions. Featuring one of the highest points in the city, Fort Tryon Park offers stunning views of the Hudson River, George Washington Bridge, and other magnificent vistas. Highlights of the park include the Alpine Garden and Heather Garden, as well as the full-service restaurant, New Leaf Cafe. Perhaps the most popular attraction of the park is The Cloisters, the medieval branch of the Metropolitan Museum of Art. The park also contains two playgrounds and a gazebo, and visitors are welcome to picnic, run, or ride bikes through the park.
Offering a much-needed green respite to the urban humdrum before you reach Midtown, Madison Square Park is a verdant patch at the beginning of the Flatiron District. All through the year, the park plays host to various cultural events, exhibitions and concerts, all of which are attended in large numbers. Throughout the park, visitors will find a burst of color within its well-manicured flower gardens. Tiny tots and four-legged friends will also have lots to do at Jemmy's Dog Run and the playground. Another perfect addition to the park is the original Shake Shack, the beloved burger place, which can't be missed.
New Yorkers love this small park in the heart of Midtown. With its French benches, colorful flower gardens, green lawn and numerous cultural events, Bryant Park is a peaceful place to take a moment to watch the world go by. Named after poet William Cullen Bryant, the site of this historic park has played an important role in New York City. After being officially designated a public park, the site's fortunes rose and fell with the times. A brilliant restoration in the 1990s transformed the space into the beautiful midtown oasis it is today. The park's March hours vary throughout the month, so be sure to check the website before visiting.
Hudson River Park is a huge open space stretching from Pier 97 to Battery Park City, replete with grassy expanses, paths, and fields. You can fish, swim, relax, run and walk your dogs in the designated areas, or just enjoy refreshments or sit and read a book. This is the perfect place to spend your day with your family, or to enjoy a little walk or jog after work to relax.
Located off of St. Nicholas Avenue in Washington Heights between 160th and 161st Streets visitors will find the architectural gem of Sylvan Terrace. Originally built in the late 19th Century, these row houses were made as an entrance street to the elegant Morris-Jumel Mansion. The wooden houses and cobblestone street were restored after falling into disrepair over time, however in the 1970s, community benefactors as well as the city started improvements to the area. Today, with all the houses restored to the original glory, the street has once again become one of the most quaint spaces in New York.
Étendue couleur émeraude dans l’effervescente jungle bétonnée qu’est la ville de New York, Central Park se trouve au cœur du quartier de Manhattan. Véritable labyrinthe, il s’étend de Midtown jusqu’à Harlem. Créé en 1857 par Frederick Law Olmsted et Calvert Vaux, qui imaginèrent un espace vert tentaculaire au centre de l’île, ce parc englobe 341,15 hectares et grouille de vie tout au long de la journée. Les 21 aires de jeux du parc sont ornées de fontaines décorées, de sculptures, d’une myriade de ponts et d’arches, offrant un répit de la ville où de nombreuses personnes viennent trouver la paix à l’écart du rythme chaotique de New York. La attractions dans l’enceinte de Central Park incluent la fontaine Bethesda, le Conservatory Garden, le château du Belvédère et le zoo de Central Park.
Conservatory Garden is a vast six-acre (2.42-hectare) garden located in the northeastern section of Central Park. It is also the only formal garden in Central Park. The garden consists of three distinct sections - English, Italian, and French. The garden is pedestrian-friendly as running and biking are prohibited. The garden contains a wide variety of flowers, trees and fountains in each of its three themed sections.
Located in Washington Heights, Fort Tryon Park and its 67 acres (27.11 hectares) of land are home to some of the best views in The Bronx, as well as a number of other worthy tourist attractions. Featuring one of the highest points in the city, Fort Tryon Park offers stunning views of the Hudson River, George Washington Bridge, and other magnificent vistas. Highlights of the park include the Alpine Garden and Heather Garden, as well as the full-service restaurant, New Leaf Cafe. Perhaps the most popular attraction of the park is The Cloisters, the medieval branch of the Metropolitan Museum of Art. The park also contains two playgrounds and a gazebo, and visitors are welcome to picnic, run, or ride bikes through the park.
Nestled in the Gateway National Recreation Area, Sandy Hook is a barrier island on the shores of New Jersey. This destination offers splendid views and is perfect for individuals of all ages. History buffs can explore Fort Hancock and the Sandy Hook Lighthouse, while adventure seekers can indulge in water sports; there are trails, forests and hiking areas for nature lovers too.
The naming of the 6BC Botanical Garden was done keeping in mind multiple aspects of the garden. One is that the garden is located between the B and C streets. The other is that it is a botanical garden built in an empty space by community volunteers in the 1980s. Hundreds of different varieties of plants can be found here, both indigenous to the city and brought in from outside. The narrow pathways are lined with beautiful flowering plants and tall trees. Designated as a city park by the state council, this is a lovely place to simply take an afternoon stroll and admire the varied flora.