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Top of the Rock Observation Deck is one of The 15 Best Places with Scenic Views in New York City.

1. Top of the Rock Observation Deck

9.1
30 Rockefeller Plz (btwn 5th & 6th Ave), New York, NY
Scenic Lookout · Rockefeller Center · 880 tips and reviews

Azahara P.Azahara Palomares: Excellent views of Manhattan. Be sure to check the exhibition about the history of the building, very interesting.

Marina B.Marina Burity: Amazing view of ny with three different levels and a lot of space.

M G.M GB: The overall experience is great, people are so friendly and the view is just beautiful.

Brooklyn Bridge is one of The 15 Best Places with Scenic Views in New York City.

2. Brooklyn Bridge

9.5
Brooklyn Bridge, New York, NY
Bridge · 1013 tips and reviews

Sueann M.Sueann Moti: Beautiful view! Didn't get to walk across because it's way to cold out now. Will come back during the summer for a stroll across the bridge!

DallasDallas: We made the walk right before sunset and it was absolutely beautiful. Great tourist experience and amazing views of the city.

ZulmaZulma: Loved the walk and the views of the city right before sunset!

Empire State Building is one of The 15 Best Places with Scenic Views in New York City.

3. Empire State Building

9.1
350 5th Ave (btwn 33rd & 34th St), New York, NY
Structure · Koreatown · 1172 tips and reviews

Toby S.Toby Srebnik: Amazing view. Getting up and down to 86th took a little longer than expected, but well worth the wait.

Lauralee H.Lauralee Hise: Amazing view! Next time I may go later, because the lines were very long. It was still incredible!

Kelly C.Kelly Cohan: A classic for a reason! Architecture, history, and view are great.

Brooklyn Bridge Park is one of The 15 Best Places with Scenic Views in New York City.

4. Brooklyn Bridge Park

9.6
Furman St (Plymouth St), Brooklyn, NY
Park · DUMBO, Brooklyn, NY · 415 tips and reviews

CompassCompass: The rapidly expanding riverfront park space boasts gorgeous sunset views, colorful playground equipment, and weekly movie screenings in a cozy outdoor amphitheater.

ImSo_BrooklynImSo_Brooklyn: Nice for date night, great atmosphere. Sunset view is awesome. Good for walks & jogging!

Kirill K.Kirill Kukuruza: Amazing park with a terrific view on Brooklyn Bridge and Financial District. There you can find fantastic soccer fields and basketball playgrounds

High Line is one of The 15 Best Places with Scenic Views in New York City.

5. High Line

9.5
btwn Gansevoort & W 34th St (btwn 10th & 12th Ave), New York, NY
Park · Chelsea · 1495 tips and reviews

Bryan C.Bryan Chong: Beautiful, unique park with great views of the city, along with lots of brightly colored flowers in spring.

Justin O.Justin Ordoveza: Wonderful scenic views with manicured gardens. Come in the summertime when they have food stalls offering artesianal creations. There are street performers playing throughout.

Vinícius R.Vinícius Ribeiro: Great for a night walk when weather is warmer. Great view of the city, bring a nice camera :)

Gantry Plaza State Park is one of The 15 Best Places with Scenic Views in New York City.

6. Gantry Plaza State Park

9.6
Center Blvd (btwn 46th & 48th Ave), Queens, NY
State or Provincial Park · Hunters Point · 131 tips and reviews

cynthia w.cynthia wang: Beautiful view of the city. Particularly gorgeous on a late, foggy, misty fall night.

Erica S.Erica Sklar: Best Park in the city. Playgrounds, dog runs, coffee, wine, beer and snacks, great views and my favorite, the water misters

Paige C.Paige C: Beautiful views, great places to relax and walk around! Love this spot for a picnic!

One World Observatory is one of The 15 Best Places with Scenic Views in New York City.

7. One World Observatory

8.7
1 World Trade Ctr (Floor 100), New York, NY
Scenic Lookout · Financial District · 205 tips and reviews

MaríaMaría: The most amazing view of NYC. It's a must see. I recomend to go at sunset and enjoy! Please don't reveal the surprise for next visitors. #foreversee #wtc #oneworldtradecenter

Bonnie G.Bonnie Georgi: What a great experience!!! Well organized and amazing views!!!

Chris H.Chris Hinton: Amazing view, obviously. But a pretty relaxing space at the top of the tower too.

Rockefeller Center is one of The 15 Best Places with Scenic Views in New York City.

8. Rockefeller Center

9.2
Rockefeller Plaza (btwn W 49th & W 50th St), New York, NY
Plaza · Rockefeller Center · 846 tips and reviews

Swemeatballs ..Swemeatballs .: Top of the rock view is definitely the best one in New York. Don't bother with the Empire State

Lauren M.Lauren McEachran: Awesome views, great staff. Loved the 3 different levels of viewing :-)

♛Syazni F.♛Syazni Farhan♛: Awesome views, great staff. Loved the 3 different levels of viewing

Whitney Museum of American Art is one of The 15 Best Places with Scenic Views in New York City.

9. Whitney Museum of American Art

9.2
99 Gansevoort St (btwn 10th Ave & Washington St), New York, NY
Art Museum · Meatpacking District · 434 tips and reviews

Charles P.Charles Petkanas: The new building and location are awesome! Incredible views from the terraces; the galleries are outstanding.

Anna R.Anna R: The new space is great! All the outdoor terraces have great views of the city and the river

Katerina K.Katerina Kouriati: A favourite by first sight. Beautiful terraces in every level, great views and fantastic collections.

Iris & B Gerald Cantor Roof Garden is one of The 15 Best Places with Scenic Views in New York City.

10. Iris & B Gerald Cantor Roof Garden

8.9
1000 5th Ave (Roof), New York, NY
Roof Deck · Central Park · 113 tips and reviews

Marco V.Marco Voormolen: Great view on a warm summer day. Drinks are pricey.

Nicole R.Nicole Regan: Like most things in the met, definitely pricey, but still a great experience on a beautiful day. Amazing views, good drinks.

Paige C.Paige C: Such a beautiful view of the city and Central Park! Very hot though (very little shade!) Drinks are delicious!

The Standard, High Line is one of The 15 Best Places with Scenic Views in New York City.

11. The Standard, High Line

9.0
848 Washington St (at W 13th St), New York, NY
Hotel · Meatpacking District · 257 tips and reviews

Jeff M.Jeff Melnyk: I keep coming back. Very comfortable beds, great design, exceptional service, and incredible views.

FINVOGUEFINVOGUE: Beautiful view and gorgeous setting. Great place to bring clients from out of town or impress a date!

Tom S.Tom Segers: Amazing view from your room. Best to ask for a view to the river. Cocktail bar on the top

Mandarin Oriental is one of The 15 Best Places with Scenic Views in New York City.

12. Mandarin Oriental

9.2
80 Columbus Cir (at W 60th St), New York, NY
Hotel · Hell's Kitchen · 88 tips and reviews

LL: pure luxury. stunning views of manhattan from our suite & excellent service. **make sure to request a premier Central Park view suite-- you won't regret it :)

Douglas EllimanDouglas Elliman: Enjoy the breathtaking views of central park and the Manhattan skyline from this luxurious hotel. We love the Asian inspired cocktails and consistently incredible staff and services.

Bethany L.Bethany Looi: Afternoon tea here is a must! Ask for a seat by the window so you an enjoy the view of Central Park and Columbus circle!

Battery Park is one of The 15 Best Places with Scenic Views in New York City.

13. Battery Park

9.2
Battery Pl (at State St), New York, NY
Park · Financial District · 301 tips and reviews

Erika N.Erika Nagamine: If you visit the liberty state from NYC certain you go to this little park! It's beautiful and has a great view from newest part of this island!

MehrMehr: Beautiful views in a quiet retreat from the busy city! Check out the MIB office on the way here

Time Out New YorkTime Out New York: This 25-acre space is like Manhattan’s delicate fingernail, neatly plotted with monuments, memorials, gardens, sculptures and a farm-to-table café, plus killer waterfront views from the promenade. Read more.

Manhattan Bridge is one of The 15 Best Places with Scenic Views in New York City.

14. Manhattan Bridge

8.9
Manhattan Bridge, New York, NY
Bridge · 229 tips and reviews

Nancy L.Nancy Lowry: best to bike in on the pedestrian side for the best view

CarrieCarrie: Love passing by here when the sun is setting, absolutely a gorgeous view!

Phil B.Phil Buckler: The best view on the DUMBO side of the bridge. Catch the ferry there in the summer and have lunch at Shake Shack or under the archway of the bridge, where you can devour amazing food truck food!

Manhatta is one of The 15 Best Places with Scenic Views in New York City.

15. Manhatta

9.2
28 Liberty St (btwn Nassau St & William St), New York, NY
New American Restaurant · Financial District · 48 tips and reviews

Julie S.Julie Soscia: Great views and food is tasty. Can't go wrong with Danny Meyer. For now, tasting menu is the only option.

Jastine K.Jastine Kho: Food, service, ambience, view— all excellent. Expected nothing less from Danny Meyer.

Rock RainesRock Raines: Food is spot on. Loved the rueben and wagyu coulotte on the menu the night we went. Also had a table with incredible views of manhattan and Brooklyn.