Exploring unique places that are off the beaten path and venturing beyond the touristy hotspots is one of our favorite ways to get to know a new destination. As a hotel that cherishes the spirit of exploration, we invite you to embark on a journey to discover some unique parks in NYC. Put on those walking shoes and get exploring.
Four Freedom park is situated on Roosevelt Island. The exhilarating journey on the tram to get there is worth the journey alone. The park is named after the famous State of the Union speech delivered by President Roosevelt where he expressed a vision of a world where people had freedom of speech and religion, and were free from want or fear. Excerpts of the speech are carved onto the walls. You can see some of the best views of both the city and Queens from here.
Located in Brooklyn Heights, you’ll find Squibb park. It’s a true example of an urban playground. It is named after Doctor Edward Robinson Squibb who founded Bristol-Myers Squibb and developed quality control in the pharmaceutical field. What’s most interesting is the bridge that connects the park to Brooklyn Bridge park on the water. This bridge sits 50 feet above ground with fantastic views of the Manhattan skyline.
Rockefeller Park is a hidden gem nestled along the Hudson River in Lower Manhattan. There you can find views of the Statue of Liberty, witness stunning sunsets overlooking the New Jersey waterfront, and experience lush green lawns perfect for picnicking. What makes this park unique are the sculptures by Tom Otterness. You will find monkeys on the railings, fictional characters playing chess, and a rendition of a penny-laid road. The series is called “Real World”. The sculptures will look familiar. You can find another series by the artist at the subway station on 14th and 8th ave called “Life Underground”.
New York has a variety of different parks to enjoy your time outdoors. From the playfulness of the sculptures in “Penny Park” to the innovative reimagination of The High Line, there are plenty of green spaces to discover. Don’t miss the urban jungles that add some magic to the city.
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It is well located near the subway, it is quite clean, the area is safe and with shops around, on a major avenue, it is not at all noisy wich being NY is very unlikely, I was in a room with a bathroom,
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