I'm a fan. In terms of urban green spaces, it's great. Complete with a large yard, numerous ponds, a running/cycling track, ice skating rink, Audubon building, and playground. I'm glad my bf decided to move nearby. X-country skiers even descended upon the park during a snow storm! read more

I had a lovely day walking around Prospect Park today! There's a lot of fun stuff to discover, besides just the pleasure of being outside in nature. I saw ducks, butterflies, chipmunks, bees, and even a turtle! There are so many benches and grassy spots to sit down with a book on a sunny day. read more

This place came along way from the 80's when I was grewing up. Back then it was scary place. But now this place is like Central Park I love it. I like walking, running or just relaxing in here. I love the Boat house and the Farmers Market that they have on Saturday. I come here all the time. read more

Best park ever!! Very clean and way better than Central Park. I remember coming here with my dad and brothers as a kid. I still visit from time to time and it's still as great as it was before. read more

One of the best parts of brooklyn. Prosoect park is way less touristy than its more popular brother in Manhattan. You go there and you interact with real brooklynites for the most parts. There are lots of secluded spots to just get away from the crowds and reflect. The lake is awesome with a lot of animals coming to the edge regularly. Really nice bike path also, definitely check out Prosoect park when in brooklyn. read more

This place has been a staple in my life throughout my childhood and now as an adult. Good for a picnic, a nice walk, a bicycle ride, running, barbecuing, soccer matches, ice skating in the winter or even adventurous treks. And of course, it's picturesque from just about any angle/location and in every season. The free summer concerts are amazing also. This is absolutely my favorite place in NYC. read more

One of the nicest places in Brooklyn. A great place to go sight seeing and take your dog. There are multiple places to barbeque or just sit. During the summer there are ice cream and food vendors on the highly traveled paths. The park has an abundance of wildlife and even has its own zoo. There are horseback riding trails, waterfalls, concerts, fitness areas with pull-up bars and sit-up benches. and multiple dirt jogging paths that make getting lost in Brooklyn a different feel. There are great ball fields with plenty of space to do whatever you want and a skating ring too. The only thing that bothers me about the park is the amount of litter and garbage left in certain areas, which at times seem never to be cleaned. read more

This park is a rare bit of forest in the densely populated urban area. Once you're well within the park, it's easy to forget that you're still in New York City. There's actually a lake here with geese swimming along during the summer and it reminds me of the suburbs that I currently live in. read more

Great atmosphere! Come in for a beer with friends!! Love the projector screen!! Had fun.. will be back. read more

Great little alcoves and PLENTY of things to explore. It's an immaculate park and a very great place to have a picnic or just chill out after class. read more

Prospect Park is incredible. In August, when the days are hot but there's a slight wind blowing, there's nothing more to love than heading into Prospect Park with a book and enjoying the sunshine. There are so many parts of the park to see, make sure you get out and explore them all! It's the Central Park of Brooklyn after all! If you're there in the summer you might be lucky enough to catch a movie or a concert in the evenings! read more

I've run a few races here. It's designed similar to Central Park with maybe ever more hills. There's not as much going on when you transverse the park but it's a nice little green getaway from the urban streets. read more

Maybe the best place to rum in Brooklyn. And if you prefer the outdoor and feel some nature (as much as nature and Brooklyn can go together) you must check prospect park. Not only that the area surrounding the park is cool, but the park itself is beautiful, and for me it is one of the best places to relax (after the beach of course ;) read more

The Celebrate Brooklyn! music festival has an incredible lineup in the summer at Prospect Park Bandshell. Find it by the entrance at 9th St and Prospect Park West. read more

I've only been to Prospect Park once, so please keep that in mind when reading this review. I found the park to be an excellent park. Coming out to Park Slope from Manhattan, I appreciated the park since it was so big and really felt like you were not in the city. This place is a really nice retreat. I wouldn't say it's better than Central Park, but it certainly offers a great park to live near. It's got a lot of couples and young families as well as dogs. You feel like you're in the suburbs. It seems like a great place to get a football game going in the fall or winter as well as ultimate frisbee. Definitely great place that I would recommend to anyone. read more

Invaluable to the area, and remarkably clean for the volume of visitors. Amazingly large - as others have said, once you are in far enough, you cannot feel the city. However, I question its safety after dark. read more

All the beauty of Centeral Park, with none of the fuss. It has plenty of activites and loads of space. It is aslo a great area to stroll around and people watch. Great setting to take kids, as well as groups to grill out. On all side of the park they have good eateries and watering holes, normally just one or two blocks in. read more

This is one of the most beautiful parks I have ever seen - 600 acres! My children grew up playing in this park. If you haven't done Prospect Park - do it soon - there's something for everyone. Lakes, waterfalls, paddle boats, fishing, A zoo, a carousel, a botanical gardens, playgrounds, picnic tables and BarBQ's, free concerts on the weekends all summer, sprinklers for the little ones when it;s hot - Ice skating when it's cold. And if you like history there are markers about many famous battles that took place in the park. You can even watch a baseball game -- or play in one! read more

LOVE THIS PARK! Its more open than Central Park and feels more authentic with the nature and big fields.

My gf and I came here for New Year's Eve and their fireworks show. The park is gorgeous and the neighborhood is classic. The fireworks show was a ten minute long display of excitement and grandeur. Very well done! read more

Good for walking, running, and riding a bike, it's possible to rent a bike. There is a very nice water playground for the kids, Close to the rink for ice-skating in winter times, in summa times you can go rollerblading. read more

I love this park. I prefer it over any other park including Central Park. It's such a beautiful place, especially in the Spring and Summer. There are a lot of places to lounge, lots of places to throw the ball around or do whatever. I almost forget I'm in this cement jungle when I'm spending my time here. It's well worth the trip and I would totally recommend coming here. read more

Warm and pleasant! Lots of pretty dragonflies! Oh yea and football.

My favorite park for biking. Children's parks are clean and safe. Plenty to do and space for everybody. Grilling spots, picnics, paddle boats, water falls, historic monuments and battlefields. Been coming here 30 years and still find new nooks and crannies. read more

Roller skating in the middle of a beautiful park?? Yes please!! We drove all the way from Westchester County to check out the LeFrak Center roller rink and it was well worth the drive. Great facility (all clean and new), helpful staff, gorgeous setting. We found free parking on the street, the admission and skate rental was about $12/pp. A great way to spend a few hours. My 7 year old son and I can't wait to go back! read more

Most beautiful inner city park I have ever seen. The long meadow is a welcoming, comfortable place on a sunny day, great for walking on the grass, throwing a frisbee with family and friends, having a picnic, reading. Beautiful park in the middle of the city. More beautiful and less crowded than Central Park. read more

Great park, fewer tourists than CP. Not the safest park in the world, but NYC isn't the safest city in the world, so...

One of my favorite parks in NYC. So much to do like picnics, bbqs biking with friends. They also host many concerts and have food festivals. The kids park is big and most local people are diverse and friendly. read more

So awesome to have this gem in Brooklyn! The Parade Grounds were done so nice. The park is a great place to have a picnic, a boat ride, ice skate or just lay around. I feel so fortunate to have this right here! read more

Every snow storm come to the entrance by the Pavilion movie theater for an epic snowball battles

Had my first ever cookout on a 10 buck portable grill here in the park on the 4th...amazingly beautiful day in the park not too crowded and was able to find a shady tree to relax under and grill while i read Unorthodox by Deborah Feldman out loud to passer Byers lol..just kidding! read more

This is my favorite park outside of central park. Spacious clean safe. Lots of cool people.

Long Meadow is the perfect less-packed version of Sheep Meadow in Central Park.

I grew up coming to prospect park. I have very fond memories as a child, as well with my own family

I love this place i come here every morning for my daily run its an amazing work out with all the hills. Cool place to enjoy nature its very beautiful. read more

I didn't know you could review the park or I would have earlier. I've lived within a mile and a half of this glorious place my whole life, and I can safely say it has improved my quality of life for its entirety. It's the perfect oasis to remove yourself from the suffocating concrete of the city. Even over the last few years, as Brooklyn has become as popular as Manhattan used to be and the park sees bigger and bigger crowds, it is still possible to find quiet in this place. I love it here, it is one of my favorite places in the world. read more

I use the park all of the time for running and cycling, but there's a ton more to do. I highly recommend taking the boat tour from the Audobon Center - great pre-dinner date in the Summer and a good way to support the park. Remember to look both ways when you cross the circle cause the cyclists come around quickly (that means me) and we don't like crashing when trying to avoid your dogs and kids on the street :) - thanks! read more

Awesome place to run, bike, chill on the ovals or people watch. I haven't seen any creepos and feel comfortable when my girlfriend runs on her own on the paved trail. Like CP, there aren't many restrooms so make use when you see them!! read more

Beautiful, and very nice to enjoy the evening time when you just need a place to relax

Really a gorgeous park. Love running here with my dogs. Seems like not too many people come here- which is nice. There's many things within the park like lakes, a dog beach, and a botanical garden. Definitely worth the trip read more