Gantry Plaza State Park

"No other view from Queens can get better than this one, this is a very big, spacious and well cared for park. There is a little of bit of everything happening here, whether you want to take a nice walk, have a picnic, take your dog to the doggie park, play volleyball at the sand courts, enjoy the divine view or take your kids to the playground (there are two) you will find something for you and your loved ones. Parking can be extremely challenging around here so be patient and prepared. There are tons of food trucks around plus they also have a small food court towards near the bathrooms. Don’t forget to place all trash inside the trash cans or take it with you this park deserves our care and attention."

"Perfect place to enjoy the view of Manhattan skyline. Easier to get there on subway. The park was clean and well maintained. There is also a cafeteria where you can buy food and it's not that expensive."

"What a view!!! I was recommended by some work colleagues to go check out this spot...and I was not disappointed. Access to ferry, restaurants, and a beutiful boardwalk! Best time to visit is sunrise, sunset or after nightfall....the twinkle of the lights on the water is magical ✨️"

"For NYC this was a nice day out . Pretty crowded in some areas like the playground. But a nice wide open area to walk and view the city . There was a green area for folks to play ball or exercise the day we went there was a production with dancers in the park. A overall family place .A park for everyone. Food trucks , picnic tables,sunning chairs. We looked for a free hammock but all were occupied. Restrooms were available."

"Great place to chill Gantry Plaza State Park is a 12-acre riverside oasis that boasts spectacular views of the midtown Manhattan skyline, including the Empire State Building and the United Nations. Enjoy a relaxing stroll along the park's four piers or through the park's manicured gardens and unique mist fountain. Along the way take a moment to admire the rugged beauty of the park's centerpieces - restored gantries. These industrial monuments were once used to load and unload rail car floats and barges; today they are striking reminders of our waterfront's past. With the city skyline as a backdrop and the gantries as a stage, the park's plaza is a wonderful place to enjoy a spring or summer concert. Recreational facilities include basketball courts, playgrounds, handball courts, and a fishing pier with its own cleaning table."