Best of NEW-YORK-CITY
The 5 Best Parks & Sights in New York City
Our travel editors hand-pick, rank, and curate the most spectacular parks & sights in New York City.
New York Botanical Garden
Sprawling spot of 50 gardens, 30,000 trees & landmark glasshouse with rain forest & cactus displays.
“Ranked #1 locally with a spectacular 4.7/5 rating on Google Maps (12943 reviews).”
Conservatory Garden
Quiet, formal garden inside Central Park with three distinct areas open from 8am until dusk.
“Ranked #2 locally with a spectacular 4.8/5 rating on Google Maps (2908 reviews).”
Brooklyn Botanic Garden
A kid-friendly annual cherry blossom festival, a Japanese garden & more, spread across 52 acres.
“Ranked #3 locally with a spectacular 4.7/5 rating on Google Maps (15308 reviews).”
Wave Hill Public Garden & Cultural Center
Expansive, manicured public garden with wooded paths, benches & Hudson River views.
“Ranked #4 locally with a spectacular 4.8/5 rating on Google Maps (2203 reviews).”
The Channel Gardens
Themed, seasonal landscaped gardens around a water feature at the foot of a landmark skyscraper.
“Ranked #5 locally with a spectacular 4.7/5 rating on Google Maps (734 reviews).”