Suggestions for Landmarks and Outdoors near Prospect Park, Brooklyn

Amy S. • March 10, 2015My favorite park in the city! Aside from Grand Ferry Park (more quaint and small). If you're looking for an alternative to CP with lots of picnic spots, go!

Gabriel H. • May 2, 2016A must see in late April every year when the Cherry Blossoms are in full bloom.

Ilya B. • May 5, 2015Sakura garden is a must in a spring time. Don't forget that Tuesdays are free and you can use staff and group entrance to save time

NYC Parks • July 9, 2013Step back in time and walk through Brooklyn’s oldest remaining forest, home to the park’s largest trees and diverse animals. The Midwood Trail is a 30-minute hike that loops from the Audubon Center.

Michael F. • May 5, 2017Impressive and well maintained collection of Sakura, lovely setting

Judy L. • September 14, 2015peaceful yet full of life. beloved by families, couples, singles - you'll truly see everyone there. one of my favorite places in the world. great for boating, BBQs, picnics, and bodacious sunsets.

Nate F. • July 14, 2015beautiful lakeside meadow is uncrowded, shady, and cool on sunny summer days, perfect for frisbee, picnics, and kite flying

Kate Z. • December 22, 2012Great place to bring your dog, you can basically let 'em off leash any time.

Andrew Z. • July 22, 2012Cool garden with plants inspired by the Bard's writings.

Robb W. • May 1, 2012Don't fall in!

Kimmie O. • August 15, 2020Although Discovery Garden is for children to explore habitats & learn about wildlife, all visitors would learn a thing or two here.

Emily N. • September 9, 2012Wonderful playground with a super-cool two story webbed structure for climbing, plus equipment for both little and big kids. Right near the lake.

Lisa S. • May 11, 2021The Vale of Cashmere has beautiful plantings. It is great for looking at birds. Because it is so quiet, it is sometimes sketchy.

Travis S. • August 21, 2018Fenced in pond for dogs to swim.

Carmen N. • June 7, 2015A large fun playground. My kid loves it.

Karen • August 27, 2018Get here early to secure your spot! Beautiful park with so many trails and pathways for running and biking.

Judy A. • December 4, 2012Even if you miss off leash hours, great place to hang out & greet dogs

Ailie C. • April 12, 2015Get here bright and early! Bring some water for your pup.

Shay • July 1, 2015Beautiful flowers

Joshua M. • June 13, 2023Great PG, can get busy when maple street school has just ended. Mixture of stuff for very young toddlers through to older kids. Sprinklers in the summer

Justin O. • January 11, 2017There are a variety of zones presented: tropical, dessert, aquatic, moderate, etc. The bonsai museum is also here.

Gabriel H. • September 9, 2015Great place to sit and relax on a beautiful summer day.

Jeremy U. • November 9, 2011There's lots of good mushroom foraging here!

Luke • September 9, 2017Hike up the stairs on the hill behind for the full effect during peak bloom season (mid-late spring)

Rebecca C. • April 18, 2015Pretty and historic. Check it out!

Matthew W. • April 5, 2014It's a genius addition to the park for anyone who has kids of any age. Natural and surprisingly big. Also sheltered from the wind.

Rachel A. • March 26, 2016Best local playground for toddlers and preschoolers. Full of donated toys, lots of slides, and a great sandpit.

Runnett • September 3, 2012If you have children, the zoo is a nice place to take them. And its not crowded so the experience is better.

Nate F. • September 14, 2020views are obscured by trees in the warmer months but once the trees are bare you can see to coney island