10 Best Parks For Kids in New York City

SUMAN MAHAPATRA

SEP 1, 2024

New York City is renowned for its iconic skyline, vibrant culture, and bustling energy. However, amidst the urban chaos, you'll find serene oases that offer respite and natural beauty. Here are 10 of the best parks in New York City:

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The Bethesda Fountain, the Central Park Zoo, the Shakespeare Garden, and the iconic Strawberry Fields. 

Central Park 

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The Brooklyn Botanic Garden, the Prospect Park Zoo, and the Lefferts Historic House. 

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Prospect Park 

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The Jane's Carousel, the Brooklyn Bridge Park Pier 6 Amphitheater, and the Brooklyn Heights Promenade. 

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Brooklyn Bridge Park

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The Chelsea Market, the High Line Garden, and the Standard Hotel. 

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The High Line

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The Battery Park City Esplanade, the Castle Clinton National Monument, and the South Cove Seaport. 

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Battery Park

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The Winter Village ice skating rink, the Bryant Park Reading Room, and the Shakespeare Garden. 

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Bryant Park

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The Washington Square Arch, the NYU campus, and the Washington Square Fountain. 

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Washington Square Park

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The Riverside Church, the Soldiers' and Sailors' Memorial Arch, and the Riverside Park Boat Basin. 

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Riverside Park

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The Tompkins Square Park Dog Run, the Tompkins Square Park Bandshell, and the Tompkins Square Park Playground. 

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Tompkins Square Park

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The Pier 26 Amphitheater, the Hudson River Park Piers, and the Little Island. 

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Hudson River Park

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