Parks and Gardens

Brooklyn Botanic Garden

[Learn about plants from around the world](/museums-galleries/brooklyn-botanic-garden) or just lie under a shady tree—then check out the Japanese Hill-and-Pond Garden and the Fragrance Garden.

Brooklyn Bridge Park

[Enjoy awe-inspiring views of the Manhattan skyline](/attractions/brooklyn-bridge-park), picnic tables, free movies, picturesque fields and a pop-up pool at this waterfront park.

Bow Bridge, Central Park 

Take in the scenery from this picturesque [Central Park](/articles/must-see-central-park-slidesho) bridge.

The Lake at Central Park

Find an alcove along [this body of water](/articles/must-see-central-park-slidesho) for a moment of reflection, or lay a blanket down and enjoy lunch with a view.

Gapstow Bridge, Central Park

Want to feel like a star? You may recognize this bridge from movies like _The Devil Wears Prada_, _Weekend at Bernie’s_, _Home Alone 2_ and _Cruel Intentions_.

The Unisphere 

[Flushing Meadows Corona Park](/attractions/flushing-meadows-corona-park), the largest park in Queens, is home to this enduring symbol of the 1964 World’s Fair and the borough’s diversity.

The High Line 

For a change of pace—and some perfect snapshots—visit [this elevated westside Manhattan park](/attractions/the-high-line), built on a former railway trestle.

New York Botanical Garden 

Any time of year, head into the [Enid A. Haupt Conservatory](/museums-galleries/new-york-botanical-garden) and be transported to tropical rainforests, cactus-filled deserts and other far-off environs.

Prospect Park 

Look! It’s [the Boathouse](/articles/must-see-prospect-park-slideshow)!

Snug Harbor 

Explore the historic buildings, botanical gardens and wetlands at this relaxing [Staten Island destination](/museums-galleries/snug-harbor-cultural-center-botanical-garden).

Washington Square Park 

Pass beneath the Washington Arch and find yourself at the [pulsating center](/arts-culture/washington-square-park) of Greenwich Village.

Wave Hill 

Take in vistas of the New Jersey Palisades at this [public garden and cultural center](/attractions/wave-hill) up in the Bronx.

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