Socrates Sculpture Park

Top 2% of attractions in New York City
8/10

10 expert reviews
Fodor's Fodor's
"Today a superb view of the East River and Manhattan frames changing exhibitions of contemporary sculptures and multimedia installations." Full review
Lonely Planet Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"Whimsical sculptures dot this 4.5-acre open-air space, right on the East River and close to Noguchi Museum." Full review
Not For Tourists Not For Tourists
"Cool, gritty sculpture park with events and films."
Travel + Leisure Travel + Leisure
"Built on an abandoned landfill, this outdoor museum displays large-scale sculpture and multimedia installations." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler Condé Nast Traveler
"Socrates Sculpture Park is open 365 days a year, treating locals to unique large-scale sculpture installations." Full review
Afar Magazine Afar Magazine
"Not only will you have a great view of the New York City skyline from the Socrates Sculpture Park in Astoria, but you'll get to view one or more truly offbeat exhibits. " Full review
On the Grid On the Grid
"Tranquil place has been the site of numerous site-specific installations from artists around the world, helping to make this 4-acre site NYC’s largest outdoor space dedicated to exhibiting sculpture." Full review
Where Where
"Located on the banks of the East River in Long Island City, Queens, and with the Manhattan skyline as its backdrop." Full review
Frommer's Frommer's
"The best exhibition space for large-scale outdoor sculpture in the city...interaction with the artwork is encouraged. It’s well worth a look, especially on a lovely day, and has a spectacular view" Full review
Travel + Leisure Travel + Leisure
"Socrates Sculpture Park is a favorite of Vazquez’s for its tranquil riverfront locale and “great installations"



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