One of my favorite NYC parks. My best friend has lived less than a five minute walk from the park…read moresince we graduated from art school way back when (decades now). I spend a lot of time in New York and always look forward to people watching in Tompkins Square. It's a haven for folks from all walks of life from the artistic and creative to the Wall Street type dude. Lots of characters! Lots of dogs...even better! Central to all of the best spots in Alphabet City (restaurants, bars, and shops). Love having a morning coffee here or a true New York slice while people watching.

Small square neighborhood park with plenty of seats, trees, shades, grass, kid's playground and…read morestatues. And it surrounds by appts, shops, and restaurants. Ate breakfast nearby and walked through the park for Sunday to relax in the park.

After not going out on New Years Eve and waking up fresh as a daisy on January 1st, I decided to…read moresnag a cigar and take a walk through Lower Manhattan. Cigars ARE a healthy alternative to cigarettes, don't let the mainstream media fool you... you won't catch me with a vape though I'm a grown ass man lol. Halfway through my cigar, the headrush starting to rattle my prefrontal cortex, I stumbled upon this "park." I guess we are using the word "park" as loosely as we are using the term "GOAT" now lol. This triangular "park" probably spans 500 ft in total surface area as it is essentially just a small intersection of 6th Ave and W Broadway. I'd take my estimate with a grain of salt though as Pythagoras had my number in high school geometry aahaahaha. I sat here ripping my cigar on one of the many open benches enjoying the architecture in the skyline, as the Jenga building stands tall watching over the "park." I think if I didn't have severe hyperhidrosis of the hands I would have been an architect. Seems like such an enriching profession, just seeing your work go from drafts on paper to actual buildings must be a beautiful feeling. In my humble and holier-than-thou opinion, staying in on New Years is a life hack and will be a chapter in the book I will continue to draft but never finish. I'd rather not pay $200 to get into an overrun hotel bar and wait 30 minutes for a watered down tequila soda. Thanks though. HAPPY 2024 Y'ALL LET'S GET THIS BREAD! IG @jnov_ Tiktok @jnov__

Tribeca Park is small compared to others in the city. It's really just a spot in the middle of an…read moreintersection. The intersection is Broadway though. A nice area. There's lots of things around it. It's located in the middle of Broadway. It usually doesn't have too much going on inside. The attractions around it are what make it a good visit. It's a nice neighborhood to walk around. There's lots of places to eat and shop. It's a good place for a sit. There's usually some kind of art work. It's located near a subway line. It's easy to get to other areas of Manhattan from here. The park is useful for resting.

A true sanctuary right around the corner from my work. I feel blessed to have such a beautiful and…read morecalming oasis only a stones throw away. A great place to go to decompress and relax.

Amazing park. Lots of flowers and seatings. It is a very peaceful spot to come & relax. The park is…read morealso well maintained & the area is very beautiful.

This park is just by my high school. I used to come here all day long and just chill and eat halal…read morefood or McDonalds. In my opinion it does not feel like a park because there's no children's playground. It looks more like some corporate building entrance area. The cool thing about this park is that there are nice lights on the floor for the night time. The lights are thin and long and on the floor. The trees also have nice lights on them for a nice lighting effect for the night time. So nice. There are benches and stone tables and chairs to eat lunch. Many people do that there. This park kind of sucks sometimes because there are some random construction workers or people that smoke in the park and too bad the wind is so strong that the smoke goes on you. Other than that, the park is good for sitting and dining. The park is kind of long with stairs by the halal food carts and if you're handicapped or with big luggage then you can go around and enter it without taking the stairs.

Zuccotti's Park is a space located in New York City's Financial District, just steps away from Wall…read moreStreet and the World Trade Center Site. It was originally created in 1968 as Liberty Plaza Park. In 2006 though, it was redesigned after John Zuccotti. The plaza is relatively large and it has granite paved walkways, seating areas, and plenty of shade! This park is also surrounded by all of the Skyscrapers in FiDi. There are some notable art pieces in the area too like Mark di Suvero's Joie de Vivre and across the street from Zuccotti Park is Isamu Noguchi's Red Cube. This is a great place to take a break and eat lunch! There are plenty of food trucks and food vendors nearby Zuccotti Park. While I was visiting, there were a lot of visitors enjoying the open seating at the benches! This is also a central location between Broadway and Trinity Place! I'd recommend visiting Zuccotti's Park if you're in the area especially if you're visiting for the Holidays!

A bit of serenity im the busy city. Of course it's impossible to block out the city sounds…read morecompletely but the sight and sound of the waterfall is still very relaxing. If you sit up close to the front it's even better. Tables and chairs available so you can sit and enjoy food or just read or watch the water cascade. There's a food stall by the entrance. I didn't get anything from tje stand as I had already eaten lunch . The park is accessible by stairs and theere is a short ramp on the left . Park was clean and there was a park worker on site maintaining the area when I was there. I think it's a nice little place to enjoy a break .

In a city of hustle and bustle, loud sirens, and obnoxious drivers honking their horns finding a…read morespot in the midst of the concrete jungle is like discovering a unicorn. Paley Park is a quiet hideaway, a small escape full of peace where you can relax to the sounds of a waterfall while surrounded by greenery and flowers. Free to the public with tables and chairs available. Bring a book, have a coffee, or eat lunch, kick back and breathe. Even for just a few minutes.

Honestly pretty underwhelming for a private park. I was able to get in by doing a guided tour with…read moreThe Players Club. The statue inside is dedicated by the Players. The park itself is pretty well maintained. You need the highly coveted key to get both in AND out of the park. When I was inside, felt like a zoo animal with everyone outside the park staring in at you.

Gramercy Park - "you shall not pass!" Unless you have one of the highly coveted keys... I could…read morecare less. Gates remind me of cages. What if you lose the key and someone locks you in??? And all the restrictions - no this, no that - no thanks. There is something very un- New York about a private park in the middle of the city. But that's well known already. The park was even referred to on an episode of Billions called "stop structural schmuckiness" The surrounding area is beautiful though - ornate iron work & gas lights. * And - Gandalf's original quote was "you cannot pass"

High Line Park - The High Line is a unique urban park that offers a completely different view of…read moreNew York. Walking along the former elevated railway above the streets is , green, and provides many interesting perspectives. I especially like the combination of nature, architecture, and art. It is the perfect place to slow down and relax in the middle of busy Manhattan. We also discovered some fascinating sculptures here. The route is several kilometers long.

Originally created for an elevated train, which last ran in 1980, the High Line was converted into…read morea beautiful public green space that opened in 2009. It's 1.45 miles long, and is filled with luscious trees, plants, flowers, art and incredible views of unique architecture. Open from 7:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m., you can enjoy a leisurely walk, sit down and catch up with friends and have lunch, take a breath and enjoy the beauty of nature or check the calendar of events ahead of time and see what activities will spark your spark. This is a fantastic line of gardens that feeds your soul in the middle of NYC's concrete jungle. A great way to connect yourself to the city in a whole new way.

Main Street Park - This park impressed me especially with its location and calm atmosphere. It's a…read morebeautiful place to relax with views of the bridges and the river. The park is clean, well maintained, and offers space for a short break while exploring DUMBO. I appreciate the greenery and the opportunity to sit down and enjoy the surroundings. The playground was a big hit with our child, and the views of Manhattan and the Brooklyn Bridge are simply amazing.