I’m going to be honest, sometimes this city can get to be a bit too much. Don’t get me wrong, I love New York – it’s home. But with the stress of finals creeping around the corner, a break is much needed. So, escape for a little while without actually leaving. Relax and have a seat at one of these picturesque parks. Open your eyes to the beautiful scenery.
Central Park – North End
Central Park is always a nice escape without actually leaving Manhattan. Visit the north end of the park located at 110th Street, between 5th and 8th Avenue to get a view like this one.
North 5th Street Pier
Located on 1 North 5th street, between north 4th and north 5th street.
Four Freedoms Park
Visit Franklin D. Roosevelt memorial park on Roosevelt Island, which takes about 20 minutes to get to on the F train from campus.
Brooklyn Bridge Park
Enjoy the view of the Brooklyn Bridge and visit nearby cafés.
Long Island City Piers
Get a direct view of the Manhattan skyline and just take it all in.