Such a gem in NYC! Stopped by Jackson Square with some friends to chat and listen to the music. I love that you can choose between a sunny spot or a shady bench. It's the perfect little escape to recharge when you need a break from the hectic city streets. Definitely recommend dropping by! You need know what you will find! read more

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Stumbled upon this uber cute, quaint, triangular park right where 8th Ave and Greenwich Ave intersect (right across from a shop called Smacking Burger) and decided to eat said burger and chill here for a moment. It's one of the oldest parks in the city! Beautiful iron fencing + paved walkways + a garden area w/ a focal point water fountain and plants dotted throughout. It's so charming. Surrounded by historic buildings and classic architecture and well manicured scenery; the quintessential place for taking some photos, reading, relaxing with a simple meal (didn't see any tables), or people watching. Was pretty busy on a Wednesday around 6PM so a bench all to yourself maay sometimes be hard to come by, if you're looking for that sorta thing. I had a pleasant time sitting next to the woman who was eating her own snack. Easy trash can access inside the park, too. read more

Jackson Square - Parks Near Me - New York, New York

Nice little place to sit and relax with a sandwich or drink from local cafes/shops . Many benches and very clean . Perfect pitstop location. (No public restroom ) read more

Jackson Square - Parks Near Me - New York, New York

Lower Manhattan isn't all concrete canyons and glass towers. There are a few great spots of beauty and this is one of them. This small park is at the triangle where Eighth Avenue and Greenwich Avenue (the oldest known road in Greenwich Village) meet and Horatio Street is across the south side. Its triangular shape arose from the intersection of two Native American footpaths that grew into Greenwich Village streets. Jackson Park is one of New York City's oldest parks with improvements to the space made in June 1872 to grade the square and provide foundations, lamp posts and railing. By August 1888, the City Parks Commissioner officially opened "Jackson Park" after four months of construction. In 1990, the park was completely reconstructed with new trees, benches all around and a central cast iron fountain. When I stopped by this evening, the park wasn't quite crowded but there were quite a few people just having a grand time chilling. [Review 18338 overall - 338 in New York - 1860 of 2022.] read more

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Well manicured small triangle designed park with a big fountain in the middle, flower bed pots in the corners, multiple entrances, and benches all around. This park is very nicely taken care of and pretty clean too. Good place to sit and relax. It's one of NYC's oldest parks it has a long history dating back to the colonial days. Today it's in the center of a busy area with plenty to do by Greenwich Ave and the West Village. read more

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This is a lovely little park. It has a beautiful fountain in the center and lots of benches. It was pretty busy around 7pm on a Sunday, but it was still easy to snag seating. It felt very tranquil, even with a diverse range of visitors. read more

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A well manicured little slice of Manhattan eden. It's relatively small but it's located in an area that could use a small oasis and it actually compliments the neighborhood it's in. read more

Jackson Square - Parks Near Me - New York, New York

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Such a nice little tranquil urban oasis! (With free WiFi I couldn't figure out how to use!). I spent about 1/2 hour here - a popular pastime given the number of other people sharing all the benches. A lot of people brought takeout from neighbor ing restaurants. There's a beautiful fountain and lots of pretty flowers. A beautiful little respite in west village. read more

Jackson Square - Parks Near Me - New York, New York

Jackson Square Park is a vest pocket park that sits in a triangle where Hudson Street ends. The triangular shape of the park is a result of the diagonal route of Greenwich Avenue, the oldest known road in Greenwich Village. According to NYC. gov it is one of New York City's oldest parks. A cute park with a working water fountain to intake, in stillness, the sights and sounds of New York City on a relaxing Sunday afternoon. I was surely able to ease my stress level and calm my mind. Jackson Square does inhabit vagrants. read more

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Ever since I moved to NYC last month, I have had a good chance to explore the city to its fullest, and discovering Jackson Square during one of my Sunday strolls was a nice surprise. Let's back up for a moment and turn back time. I remember the days I used to visit NYC, both for work and pleasure, and never did I think then that it was feasible to move here. The amounts of people marching robotically down the street with the "time is money" mentality, the hoards of tourists crowding many areas, the noise level...just to name a few. Now that I am a New Yorker, I have come to not only appreciate the items listed above as part of daily routine, but after digging further, I have had a chance to find the softer, greener side of the city. And Jackson Square is one of the few little oasis in the middle of the concrete jungle. Although a bit small of a park, what I loved was the amounts of shades the trees provided, along with a beautiful water fountain in the middle, with multiple birds taking advantage of the pools of water streaming through it. And WHAT? They have free wi-fi? Now, what other major US City provides you THAT amenity? read more

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Walked to a local hole in the wall Restaurant... Picked up some food... And walked back to this park to eat... Nothing like being outside when the weather is great. The park is a little oasis in the area... Nice landscaping, great hardscaping ... Lots of seating and a fountain. Definite must if you are near by and need a little break. read more

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I live right by here, so I have probably (fine, definitely) taken Jackson Square's beauty and proximity for granted all these years. I've been told that this park was once a haven for bums and drug dealers, but the police have since cracked down on such activities, so presumably Jackson Square has been resumed to it's former glory. It's not nearly as big as some of the other lovely parks you'll find scattered throughout the city, but it has a beautiful and majestic fountain in the middle, where you'll always find birds drinking and squirrels scampering. The park is surrounded by lush trees and bushes, and regardless of what time you walk by, you're bound to see an array of people doing what New Yorkers do: eating lunch, chatting, sunbathing, writing poetry, talking to themselves ... you get the idea. In the winter, there's a tree lighting ceremony and the whole park glows. It's so beautiful. And considering it's location in relation to the nearby ACE 123 and L trains (and Starbucks!) it makes for a perfect place to hang out for a bit when you have nothing in particular to do and nowhere in particular to be. read more

I used to come here a few years ago but I don't remember this much shade this is a beautiful park with a lovely Fountain and a lot of benches for seating just seems very chill not a lot of dogs read more

Jackson Square - Parks Near Me - New York, New York

In the midst of a bustling intersection of cross streets & blaring horns (despite the no honking $300 fine), is this small piece of tranquility. Came here to regroup, check the map, hydrate and head out towards the Meatpacking District. A diversity of users: African guy having lunch of curried squid and apples; mother of two feeding her kids bits of animal crackers; and the homeless Riff Raff with their wheeled baskets networking with other street nomads. What a beautiful park and peaceful fountain. There's even a park ranger that can offer some historical insight, but for us, acted as a compass; directing us towards our next conquest. Cast all worries into the fountain. Leave energized and renewed from here. read more

I always say that "There's never enough time to do all the nothing you want". Besides from being bitter I added the listing and missed the FTR, Jackson Square personified this mantra, as a Guy tried in Vain To Distribute Bizcocho To The Masses, Doling Out Insults When Folks Didn't Oblige. In True New York Fashion, Jackson Square Is Far From It, its Fountains Bordering & Central to the triangle. Square-goers are Diverse In Appearance & Activity, from resting rollerbladers to exhausted students and worn-out executives. With beautiful, scattered Fountains & hodgepodge Seating, I'm sorry, Square Jackson, I am fo' real. read more

My inclination would have been to give four stars for this (very small) park, but the beautiful/romantic-looking fountain compelled me to rate it higher. I sat in the park for awhile in the late afternoon today - and this might sound strange, but I loved watching lots of pigeons sitting on one rim of the fountain. The fountain plus the overall ambiance of the park reminded me somewhat of Paris. Also; considering how close this park is located to heavy traffic, it's really a little oasis and very pleasant. read more

I like this park. It has the same fountain as City Hall, yet has less tourists than this aforementioned location. With like ten benches, you can relax your feet from all the walking about from Union Square and perusal of Greenwich Village. We just came from Two Boots To Go and decided to wander over this way in order to get to the train home. read more

Nice little oasis in the middle of a fast paced dog eat dog city. I usually relax here here before visiting friends. Love to bring a snack and eat here or just visit the Starbucks across the street. Sometimes great things come in small packages and this park is one example of that in a big city. read more

Great, clean park. It is constantly being tended to and often holds school events. I've seen girls from a local school gardening. Around Halloween they have a pumpkin decorating contest which is fun to go see! It is a great communal park with a deli, think coffee, Starbucks, and a juice place next door, you can grab something and sit and relax. read more

This is a wonderful spot. Some great spots to sit and shaded to relax. You can enjoy lunch or a stroll or just people watch.. my favorite!