Park, For kids

The world’s most famous city park is situated in the upper half of Manhattan, stretching from 59th to 110th Street, and is a green oasis amidst the skyscrapers; it has been a National Historic Landmark since 1963. [btn "The 10 best hotels in New York" https://www.booking.com/city/us/new-york.en-gb.html?aid=2380460;label=p-nyc-central-park] Although it ranks only fifth in terms of size among New York’s parks, Central Park is by far the most…

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The High Line public park is situated on a former railway line elevated above ground level. It is located between Gansevoort Street and West 34th Street, and between 10th and 12th Avenues. It was established in 2009 as part of a regeneration project for West Manhattan and serves as a model for many similar projects around the world – such as Chicago’s Bloomingdale Trail [btn "Top hotels with views of New York" https://www.booking.com/city/us…

Island, Skanzen

Staten Island is one of the five boroughs of New York City and can be found on the island of the same name just south of Manhattan. Visitors to the city know Staten Island primarily for the ferries that run from downtown New York, which offer the best views of the Statue of Liberty and the Manhattan skyline. [btn "Top hotels with views of Manhattan" https://www.booking.com/city/us/new-york.cs.html?aid=2380460;label=p-nyc-staten] After…

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Little Island at Pier 55 is a small artificial island on the Hudson River in mid-Manhattan, near The Standard, High Line hotel. The island opened in 2021 and covers an area of 1 hectare. It consists of a total of 132 concrete pylons, which locals call ‘tulips’ because of their unique shape. [btn "The 10 best hotels in New York" https://www.booking.com/city/us/new-york.cs.html?aid=2380460;label=p-newyork-littleisland] An oasis of tranquillity…

Park, Lookout

The park under the Brooklyn Bridge is one of my favourite places in New York – I love the views, and this is where you can enjoy one of the most beautiful views of Downtown Manhattan and the Financial District. [btn "Hotels with views of New York" https://www.booking.com/city/us/new-york.cs.html?aid=2380460;label=p-nyc-bb-park] The park covers an area of 34 hectares and features a lovely pedestrian promenade running right alongside the East…

Island, Promenade, Cable car, Monument

Over 3 km long and only around 200 metres wide, this island in the middle of the East River attracts both locals and tourists with its beautiful riverside promenades, unique views of Manhattan and the memorial to the historic hospital. The island is famous for the red cable car that takes you to Roosevelt Island. Our recommendations Come here when the weather is fine; the island is ideal for walks or picnics Pop into the Panorama Room bar…