Suggestions for Plaza near New York

Edwulf • June 25, 2015On winter come to see the spectacular Christmas tree and ice rink, on summer have a good brunch on the plaza.

nikki • November 24, 2016hauntingly beautiful views and great acoustics. frequent troubadours create air of magic

Alan C. • November 13, 2011Watch the vendors square off for real estate in the plaza below.

Kaye S. • September 25, 2013Must see for anyone visiting NYC. I go every time I'm here and it's always new, fresh and exciting!

David M. • June 20, 2016Beautiful in all seasons. A great place to stop in midtown.

Dalton S. • November 7, 2018Enjoy walking through this park with great views of Jersey across the water

Michael F. • January 10, 2016Big Plaza in front of the Met, lively and great people watching

Cris A. • May 2, 2014Amazing and relaxing place to have lunch and chat with friends! No pics allowed!

Natalia C. • May 1, 2015Amazing view at back plaza from Jersey City, and a little more far you can see the Liberty Statue, really quite place/ Hermosa vista desde la plaza de la ciudad de Jersey y la estatua de la libertad🗽

Kimmie O. • October 20, 2020Plenty of water fountains here! Great views by the water. Enjoy the running track!

Dione D. • April 30, 2013Cute outdoor space to relax, have lunch, and people watch.

Mike B. • October 8, 2013What a place! First time ever but not the last.

Наталия И. • October 2, 2018Он огромный ) тут есть зоопарк , можно покататься на лодочке

The New York Daily News • November 2, 2010PHOTO: 1931. Golden Age Hollywood actress Greta Garbo on a walk up the East side of Central Park, at the link!

ℳ𝒶𝓎♍ • July 12, 2020Located on the Southeast corner of Central Park lies the Grand Army Plaza with a beautiful gilded statue of General Sherman, an amazing fountain and a number of cool tulips. Such a great spot to chill

Jorge B. • October 12, 2010The Plaza is a great place to unwind, take in the sights and have fun. There is something ongoing at the Plaza (from live entertainment to giveaways).

Julie L. • May 23, 2020The Christmas Market is amazing. Fill with nice vendors and a lot of tasty food - and hot wine!

Mary M. • June 12, 2023What a great find! This is a great place to grab a bite, get a drink, or just relax! It has a beautiful fountain, trees, lots of seating, and two eateries: Worldwide Beer Garden and The Barking Dog.

Rafi S. • September 26, 2012This is the best entrance and exit to the Big Loop in Central Park if you're coming from downtown via bike. Watch out for cabs coming in if you exit after 7:30am.

James J. • September 4, 2014Go for the grassy area rather than the southern plaza with the students and performers.

Zara K. • August 22, 2018Just an elevated structure to get a better view for pictures and a good place to sit down and relax in the middle of Times Square.

Trae F. • September 24, 2017Fun part of the city to spend the afternoon exploring. No shortage of great bars and restaurants. Check it Out!

Michael F. • March 29, 2017Solid Park landmark

Lex G. • October 20, 2011It's a good place to relax

Lubin S. • September 5, 2012We love this park! Free wifi + a beautiful setting = great place to read, relax, or hang out with friends.

IWalked Audio Tours • September 10, 2011Plaza formerly known as Jeanette Park after ship which sank in 1879. Today plaza contain 66 ft long & 14 ft tall green glass memorial to Vietnam Veterans. Dedicated in 1985. More info in our blog

Bryant B. • March 29, 2015Great route for running. Comes with a nice view of the East River and Queens.

Seline J. • April 22, 2015A gorgeous hidden gem on the UWS; attached to the Museum of Natural History, it's a spacious, sunny area to relax in.