Astoria Park
Park
Astoria, Queens
Has a stamp of approval from Time Out New York and Gothamist
"Amazing view of Manhattan right next to the East River"(7 Tips)
"Stroll the East River waterfront overlooking Roosevelt Island"(6 Tips)
"The best thing here, I think, is the view of the Hell Gate Bridge."(3 Tips)
"A great place to run and have the RFK bridge as your background."(2 Tips)
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I love the beauty and expansiveness of this park. It saddens me to see garbage on the ground, so I try to pick up a few pieces here and there each time I visit. I'd love to see others do the same!
The Corcoran GroupJanuary 6, 2012Just across the river is this beautiful oasis that is never overrun with people! Enjoy running (there also a track), biking, tennis, a play or a relaxing picnic. They also have free WiFi!Upvoted Mar 25
Time Out New YorkJuly 11, 2013This park is popular for its team sports leagues but the park also includes a skate park, a track, a handful of bocce and tennis courts, and New York’s oldest public swimming pool. Read moreUpvoted 1 day ago
Massive park that goes right up to the river. Has a big pool as well as a skate park. Good spot for a picnic.
Love the view of the sunset. Love how they've kept the children's park maintained. One of the good parks in NYC.
At Astoria Park, one will find scenic views, waterfront views & city views. When you sit by the water, there’s always a gentle, fresh breeze & fresh air all around. Have a picnic or go to the pool!
- Emily BonannoMay 14, 2016The track and workout equipment are a great way to get a free workout in with a beautiful view of the river.
For god's sake, be careful if you're biking on the paths. Beautiful park, but the paths are almost always strewn with little twigs and branches; you WILL blow out if you're not careful and watching yo- Gabriel ChungApril 14, 2016A great place to run and have the RFK bridge as your background. Also come here to watch fireworks.
New York PostApril 23, 2015The public pool in Astoria Park is not only the city’s oldest (built in 1936), but it also hosted the Olympic diving trials in 1936 and 1964. Read more
Take a trip around the track, check out the skaters, and walk north for great waterfront photo ops.
Bring a blanket and lay out on the big lawn, or pack a bathing suit and combination lock and hit the pool. Squirrels abound.
I love this park, less crowded and you got a great view of NYC skyline.
When you face yourself towards the water, don’t sit on the right most part of park, especially on the incline, you get gust of shit smell from the sanitation plant every now and then.
This park has everything. Wifi, plenty of benches, historical significance, waterfront views, a pool, playgrounds, picnic space, skatepark, tennis courts, and a track.
Brendan BenjaminApril 17, 2016Beautiful view of Manhattan. The park hosts summer concerts and outside movies. Great Park to go for a jog.
Katlyn TuffOctober 30, 2011Order Chinese take-out or pack up your own picnic. Great place to just relax, catch some rays, or just throw the football around. ***Perfect for cuddle session with your lovey!
Simone BJuly 8, 2012Spacious park that overlooking Manhattan. There's a track to run, pool, plenty of benches, tennis courts, basketball courts. Basically everything you need.
Peter SobieskiAugust 7, 2010Bring beers, but keep it in Solo cups. Don't be an obvious asshole and you'll never get a summons. Find the tall guy with the 1980's boombox (me) and have a drink. Enjoy the summer. Peace!
funky flavorDecember 11, 2016They have. Super cute and little subtle tree at the park come check it out.
ShinaSeptember 16, 2014Beautiful place to start/end your run, or rest when you need to catch your breath.
Marybeth RoxxsAugust 12, 2011One of the most romantic spots to bring anyone - after dark sitting next to the River listening to the waves with the view of the NYC skyline is priceless :)
Bike lanes swimmig pool by the east river overlooking Manhattan...nice
City Parks FoundationFebruary 9, 2012City Parks Foundation brings free activity programs to Astoria Park with Tennis and Track & Field for kids and wellness activities for senior citizens. Check out our website for more information! Read more
William LawlerApril 30, 2012I use to live about 6-7 blocks away from hear for about 3 years. I went swimming there always and sat in the park watching what was going on in there when I was just hanging out sitting in the grass.
Julio IbarraMay 17, 2013When in Queens you can't leave without eating the best Greek food and seeing Astoria Prak.
One of the city's most beautiful parks, Astoria Park is situated between the Triboro and Hellgate Bridges.
56 acres along East River were acquired to create William Jay Gaynor Park (after the city's mayor from 1909 to 1913). However it was quickly renamed Astoria Park in December 1913.
Val PankovJuly 19, 2011I wish cops were coming around more often and give tickets to all aholes trashing our beautiful park in the summer. How else can you teach these animals?
Queens LibraryAugust 6, 2012Tuesday August 7 @ 5-8pm: Join in solidarity with @QueensLibrary & NYPD for National Night Out Against Crime @ the Great Lawn (between Hell Gate & RFK Bridges) as we voice our intolerance of crime.
The east river is not a river, but a tidal straight, which explains why the river flow shifts throughout the day
Before 9am and after 9pm dogs can play off leash. Normally there's a group that meets closer to ditmars
Free WiFi by att and great pla e to run and skate with views.
nycHealthyAugust 31, 2012Are you ready to Make NYC Your Gym and Walk NYC! Enjoy long walks with other NYers on Wednesdays from 1:30pm-3:30pm. For more information email rsvpwalknyc@parks.nyc.gov.
Kira MaixnerMarch 20, 2015
What a beautiful place to sit and enjoy the simple pleasures of life.
Amazing view of the city skyline. Perfect for long summer days.- Matthew DuffinaAugust 7, 2011The best thing here, I think, is the view of the Hell Gate Bridge. Always a welcoming cool breeze here. Read more
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Astoria Park
19 19th St (btwn Ditmars Blvd & Astoria Pk S)
Queens, NY 11106
United States
Queens, NY 11106
United States
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