Experts' Choice Award Riverside Park
What the experts agree on
A four-mile Hudson River escape along the Upper West Side, prized for scenic waterfront views, leafy Olmsted-designed grounds, and plentiful sports fields, playgrounds, and promenades.
“330 acres of Olmsted/Moses parkland along the Hudson River.”
– Not For Tourists
Fodor's "Surrounded by concrete and skyscrapers all day, you might not realize that there is an expansive green space running along the water just blocks away." Full review
Lonely Planet "This waterside spot, running north on the Upper West Side and banked by the Hudson River from 59th to 158th Sts, is lusciously leafy." Full review
Travel + Leisure "One of New York City’s eight official scenic landmarks, Riverside Park is a haven of natural beauty and recreation in one of the nation’s most vibrant urban centers." Full review
Time Out "This scenic four-mile waterfront park extends from 72nd to 158th Streets along the Hudson River in the Upper West Side of Manhattan." Full review
Where "This four mile stretch of land along the West Side includes baseball and softball fields, basketball and tennis courts, playgrounds and more." Full review
Michelin Guide 2 Stars
"Riverside Park stretches along the River Hudson, from 72nd Street to 155th Street, and gives an idea of what the Manhattan Island might have been before its urban conquest." Full review
Afar Magazine "A park lining the Hudson River.By
Sarah Purkrabek
, AFAR Contributor." Full review
Frommer's "Riverside Park has always had one advantage over Central Park: glorious river views. Many of the garden-laced promenades make the most of these vistas, as does the lovely boat basin" Full review
National Geographic "Stroll along the Hudson in Riverside Park, which stretches for four miles between 72nd and 158th streets. Summer programming includes free kayak paddling instruction, yoga, and Pilates."
Lonely Planet "Beginning at West 72 St and continuing as far north as the very top of Manhattan island, the Hudson River Greenway path is a long, thin, waterside runner's delight. Heading through..."
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December 24, 2020
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Riverside Drive and the Hudson River, between 72nd and 159th streets, New York City, NY 10069
