Suggestions for Outdoors & Recreation near Greenpoint, Brooklyn

Morgan P. • December 26, 2016Great views of the city, as good as Brooklyn Bridge Park.

Compass • May 14, 2014A lazy, quiet, and beloved park hidden from non-Greenpoint residents.

Mia G. • June 23, 2017We usually try to bring (or buy from the grocery store across the street) a jug of water for all the doggos. Come on Sundays to take advantage of the farmers market nearby!

The Corcoran Group • November 4, 2013Really nice views of Manhattan from this spot, especially at sunset.

Dana S. • August 4, 2019Avoid the dog poo along upper edge of park. Otherwise nice views, peaceful.

Amanda L. • August 29, 2010hop on the swings. As an adult, you forget how fun those things are.

rich g. • November 4, 2013It's everything you dream it will be and more. Walk from Queens to Brooklyn and back! Also, no trolls under the bridge as far as I can tell.

Kimmie O. • July 29, 2020Plenty of benches to choose from! You’ll have gorgeous views of the city from here!

Tom W. • January 6, 2022The kids enjoy it. It's big enough so they have space to run around or ride a bike or scooter. There are puddles when it rains which can be good or bad. And there's excellent pizza across the street.

Compass • May 14, 2014Right next to the East River, Greenpoint Playground has outstanding views of Manhattan.

David B. • January 6, 2019Lovely, sensitive urban park around a wastewater treatment plan, looking out over the super gross creek. It's really lovely.

Nate • July 28, 2011Try the eels, they're delicious!

Gajtana S. • July 4, 2013Cute little patch of green overlooking the East River. Nice for a pitstop.

Ruthie O. • April 10, 2019Beautiful neighborhood gem - stop in when you can! And pick some herbs for your kitchen!

John P. • January 11, 2011One of the best views of Manhattan is from here.

Michael C. • May 14, 2013does anyone know how to become a member of this garden?

Kimmie O. • July 29, 2020You obviously come here for water views of the city!

alexander d. • July 26, 2020Drinks? Amazing! Ambience? Amazing!! Experience? AMAZING!!

j d. • October 31, 2013Great environment for learning gymnastics, even as an adult! Quite a workout.

tío ryan • September 5, 2023I like to sit on a specific rock on my way home from work.