Around 14 percent of New York City is covered with lush greenery and almost every blockhas some welcoming and open parks offering good escape from the busy lifestyle. Enjoy weekend gateways and head to the best picnic spots in some of the well-groomed, quiet and peaceful parks of the city. There are so many outdoor activities to do here like you can jog, walk and relax in this open and warm environment. During spring and warmer days, New York City’s public parks are the best place to hangout enjoying small gardens, grassy lanes and carefully cultivated greenery.
Brooklyn Bridge Park
Spread across a sprawling area upto 1.3 miles along Brooklyn’s East River edge, this attractive waterfront green space stretches from Vinegar Hill to genteel Brooklyn Heights. Exploring the park can be an overwhelming experience transporting experience, enjoying its rocky outcrops, attractive grassy lawns and fantastic Manhattan views. This amazing park includes Piers 1-6, Empire Fulton Ferry, John Street and Main Street. You can also have lot of fun withactivities like boating, biking, swimming, running, walking and roller-skating.
How to get there: The area is easily accessible by public transportation like bus, subway and ferry. The Subway Lines includes A/C, 2/3, 4/5, F, R and bus routes are B25, B63.
Nearest neighbourhood: Brooklyn Heights
Central Park
Situated in middle-upper Manhattan, Central Park is spread across 38 acre wilderness area. This huge park has a storied history andvibrant flora. Give yourself a gentle introduction of the city by exploring this natural gem. The stunning Conservatory Water, the Alice in Wonderland sculpture and Belvedere Castle atop Vista Rock, makes this park one of the most photographed locations, setting an example for city parks around the world.
How to get there: Can be reached by subway on the East Side by lines number 4, 5, 6 and on the West Side by lines A, B, C,and D.
Nearest neighbourhood: The Upper East Side
Fort Greene Park
Cherished for its history, Fort Greene Park is known for its rolling landscape, trees, and beautiful monuments. This 150 years old Brooklyn’s first park boasts of a basketball court, playgrounds, and tennis courts. Stroll in the beautiful park and dig deep into the area’s history, exploring its mesmerising beauty, old growth trees and sloping hills. Stepping foot on its grounds, you become part of its glorious history. Though the park underwent numerous changes yet its historic value remains undiluted.
How to get there: Can be reached bysubways C to Lafayette, G to Fulton, R, Q, B to DeKalb Avenue, 2, 3, 4, 5, D, N to Atlantic Avenue. Bus routes include: B38, B52, B25, B26
Nearest neighbourhood: Fort Greene Park
The High Line
Opened in 2009, High Line Park is located on the elevated infrastructure built on Manhattan’s West Side. The park is built on a historic freight rail and runs from Gansevoort Street in the Meatpacking District to West 34th Street. Beautifully decorated with trees, flowers and small gardens, the park gets nearly 5 million visitors annually. From this magnificent place you can thoroughly enjoy the views of the Hudson River.
How to get there: You can take the A, C, E, 1, 2 or 3 subways to 34th street/the Penn station stop.
Nearest neighbourhood: Chelsea
