Brooklyn Bridge Park
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Brooklyn Heights, Brooklyn
- This park is famous for their picnics. It's one of the most popular in the city!
- "Beautiful park with views of the Brooklyn and Manhattan bridges."(8 Tips)"Amazing views of the New York City's skyline, especially at sunset."(142 Tips)"ice cream from Brooklyn İce Cream Factory."(5 Tips)"perfect for family picnic @ any time !"(13 Tips)
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- TomFebruary 20, 2017Nice and relatively clean park with unobstructed views of downtown and Manhattan and Brooklyn bridge. Lots of picnic areas, running paths, recreational pier and even some metered parkingUpvoted 1 week ago
- Lisa DinoDecember 11, 2016Beautiful place! Great view of the bridge and skyline of city. Lovely positive vibes around there as it's mostly tourists. We witnessed three weddings in 30degree temp! They be crazyyy!Upvoted Apr 16
- Brittany SübersJuly 4, 2016There are some incredible views in the park and the sunsets are stellar. There's el fornino for food but otherwise I wouldn't suggest going on an empty stomach. Go for the scenery.Upvoted 3 weeks ago
- This has got to be my favorite park in New York. With views of the Williamsburg, Manhattan, and Brooklyn bridges, free wifi, ice cream, lobster rolls, a ferry, and a carousel what more could you want?
- ℳ𝒶𝓎♍July 29, 2018Brookly Bridge park has something for everyone! Green space to play soccer, courts for basketball, playground, picnic tables, sand for volleyball and lots of benches to sit and watch the sun rise/set
- Marino BoccuzziNovember 23, 2021Great park! So much to do from play soccer, basketball, run, bike, sit on the multiple greens they have. They even have places to have a picnic right on the water great park!Upvoted Apr 1
- Such a beautiful park. You’ll always have breathtaking waterfront views of NYC. Lots of grassy area for picnics. Plenty of things to do here. Certain piers have designated sports sections.Upvoted Apr 1
- Kirill KukuruzaMay 10, 2016Amazing park with a terrific view on Brooklyn Bridge and Financial District. There you can find fantastic soccer fields and basketball playgrounds
- Roger RJune 2, 2016Some of the best pictures in all of NY can be taken here! Cool place to bring some lunch and eat on the grass...but there are 10 or more great foodie options within 10 blocks...so come hungry!!
- Stephanie LowSeptember 1, 2014The promenade is a great side view of Brooklyn bridge. Free live screening of the US open (and food). Great for picnics and a short walk to pier 5 for the weekend smorgasburg food markets.Upvoted Apr 1
- CompassApril 24, 2014The rapidly expanding riverfront park space boasts gorgeous sunset views, colorful playground equipment, and weekly movie screenings in a cozy outdoor amphitheater.Upvoted Apr 1
- ℳ𝒶𝓎♍July 29, 2018One of most chill spots in NYC that you probably haven't been to or have taken for granted. If you're in Brooklyn & looking for a calm,chill feel to just walk around;Brooklyn Bridge Park is that place
- Great views of the New York Skyline and the Brooklyn Bridge. The view is even better at night time. I give this park a 9.9 out of 10. It's clean, safe, relaxing and it provides plenty of activities.
- Nasira SpellsJune 26, 2018Bring a blanket, food, drinks, and watch the sunset over Manhattan. Such a nice, relaxing spot by the East River.
- The Ritz-CarltonOctober 26, 2016Brooklyn Bridge Park not only has great views of lower Manhattan but also amazing gardens to admire. From Flower fields to the Pier1 wetlands there is so much to enjoy.
- High Quality Tours HQTAugust 28, 2015Check out the Stain Glass Art, so pretty!! Learn more about BBPark and many other places in Brooklyn on a luxury tour with us today!!! Our professional guides are ready share their insights! #hqt Read more
- Dan HebertOctober 30, 2017Great views! Nice place to spend the afternoon. Easy to get to via the Manhattan/Brooklyn Bridges
- Candice RiveraSeptember 23, 2015This park has everything, whimsical side trails, dog swimming areas, public art, food, drinks, restaurants, great city and bridge view, one of the most beautiful spots in NYC
- Michelle MurrayMay 8, 2016An aA:-)mazing park with something for everyone! Nike Basketball, children's parks, environmental center, yoga, plates, zumba, rock climbing, all this and Manhattan's skyline is your backdrop!
- Ubeyd DalmisDecember 17, 2015If exotic bird watching is your thing, the Cove at Brooklyn Bridge Park is the place to be. From April to May, over 60 different species flock to this area. Read about more nature spots on MetroFocus Read more
- Alex MontuschiSeptember 10, 2014Spectacular view over Manhattan Downtown! Ideal for watching the sunset and the skyline by night. Don't forget your camera!
- Amazing view of the Manhattan Skyline and the Brooklyn Bridge. Lots of people like to walk along the bridge and finish their journey here with the nearby Shake Shack!
- John SAugust 13, 2014There's food & drink at both ends. It's fun to meet for lunch at one end, then slowly stroll to the other, enjoy the sights, and end the day with a soft drink or a glass of wine
- HashtagNYUJune 14, 2013This park boasts one of the best views of the Manhattan skyline. Admire with a pie from Grimaldi's and/or a scoop from the Brooklyn Ice Cream Factory.
- Probably my favorite park in NYC, in part because of the skyline views but mostly because of the Michael Van Valkenburgh design.
- Tayyare FlyingSeptember 29, 2015Very good place to take pictures with a very good downtown manhattan and the brooklyn bridge while enjoying ice cream from Brooklyn İce Cream Factory.
- Match ThisflyJuly 8, 2014Free kayaking on Saturdays at Pier 2, and I think the roller rink is open now. Get pizza at Juliana's while around there. Pizza is as good as Grimaldi's and you can get a table faster!
- Marina BuritySeptember 13, 2015Cute park with amazing views of both the Brooklyn bridge and the Manhattan bridge, as well as Manhattan's skyline.
- Louis VuittonMay 2, 2012New and accessible by walking over the Brooklyn Bridge. The best of both worlds with stunning views of Manhattan from Brooklyn Bridge Park. Bring your beachwear for summer fun in the sun.
- One of my favorite places for a morning run! Very scenic and usually not too crowded in the morning.
- Time Out New YorkJuly 11, 2013Visit The Brooklyn Bridge Park on Sundays to stuff your face at Smorgasburg where 75 innovative food vendors sling eats within the aged brick walls of Dumbo’s open-air Tobacco Warehouse. Read more
- Justin OrdovezaJanuary 27, 2017Great views of lower Manhattan. They have a station to refill your water bottle, it may not be working during the colder months.
- Beautiful spot to ride your bike, take a walk or just chill & enjoy the magnificent view of the city from across the water.
- Scenic views, gorgeous park, with exciting food options close by.
- Travel + LeisureJuly 30, 2012Jane’s Carousel is a beautifully restored merry-go-round in a pavilion designed by Jean Nouvel. After a ride on the horses, head across the street to Grimaldi’s for its world-famous thin-crust pizza.
- Agam MittalMarch 19, 2016Fantastic area to walk around, sit on benches, and reflect. View of bridge + city is unmatchable.
- Rozanne ElsAugust 4, 2018Such a beautiful park. You can lie on your back on the grass and gaze up at the bridge, or just enjoy a coffee or some me-time. Calming vibe.
- Time Out New YorkOctober 31, 2011The best waterfront in NYC offers a unique view of the lower Manhattan skyline, aquatic features, such as a salt marsh filled with native cordgrass, and Jane’s Carousel, a restored ride from 1922. Read more
- how i love thee. great for a morning jog as it's never too crowded.
- The Corcoran GroupJanuary 6, 2012Take in some of the best views of Manhattan while gawking at the bridal couples being photographed, watching your kids run around or while riding the glorious carousel.
- EceFebruary 5, 2018I absolutely love this park! Gorgeous view makes you appreciate your bridge walk even more!
- nikki austinJanuary 30, 2015Great during the sunrise/sunset. Great view, feels secluded. Clean, we didn't see any trash on the ground or in the water.
- Elizabeth RBAugust 14, 2011It's all about the playground on Pier 6. Best playground I have ever seen anywhere. It's beautiful early in the morning before the hoards of short people...aka children arrive.
- G WongMarch 23, 2012Some of my favourite views of Manhattan are here, enjoy the gorgeous sunsets and night views. The old warehouse walls are also very interesting historic parts of this park.
- James FosterAugust 25, 2020Through this park one can see the best views of Manhattan. This is really calming, and a nice spot to visit . I like the architecture.
- Dave DawsonSeptember 12, 2013Walk over the Brooklyn Bridge, or along the promenade in BK heights to get here. Enjoy the views of Manhattan, while kicking back in the park. Movies on Thursday night!
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- 9.5
"Hidden from view from the rest of the park, this well planned and lush area provides a respite from the rest of the busy park!"
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"Great to walk around and grab shots of the bridge and the Manhattan skyline a must do on a visit to NYC"
clive kornitzer
- 9.4
"Terrific park with a fabulous view of Lower Manhattan. There are numerous playgrounds for all age children. Each is fenced & grouped by activity type. The age appropriate years are posted at each."
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- 9.7
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- 9.5
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- 9.6
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- 9.5
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