Beautiful park with great views of the city. There's a great park here and it's easy to get to via train.

Staying at the DoubleTree Hilton in the Financial District, The Battery is right next to the hotel, just a few blocks away! I finally had a chance to visit it on a Wednesday evening after work. The Battery was formerly known as the Battery Park. It's a historic park that overlooks New York Harbor. It also provides amazing views of the Statue of Liberty, Ellis Island, and the waterfront! The battery is approximately 25 acres. You can also visit some of the national landmarks using the ferry located at the Battery. One of the features at the Battery is Castle Clinton. It is a circular sandstone fort build in the early 1800s. Castle Clinton functions as a national monument and a visitor center at The Battery! While I was exploring the Battery, I also stumbled across the SeaGlass Carousel! It was such a beautiful ride, It features illuminated fish sculptures! The park also has a variety of gardens and playgrounds! During the year, there are seasonal events, performances, and other programming! Make sure to check out the Battery website for the list of events! If you want to visit the Statue of Liberty or Ellis Island, you can purchase tickets online with the pickup at The Battery! If you're visiting the Financial District, I'd recommend stopping by The Battery! It has a lot of great activities! read more

See all

The Battery area is located near the Staten Island ferry building. You'll find many subway stops here, vendors and the Battery Park. Some street and lot parking. Public transportation is advisable. Use the subway, rideshare or taxi. read more

See all

Family oriented activities throughou this lush areat. Walking trails with awesome scenery. Food vendors and restaurants to please the pickiest of eaters From this location, you can take a ferry to Staten Island and one to go directly to the Statue of Libery. read more

The Battery - Parks Near Me - New York, New York

See all

Nice little oasis, that includes a children's park and park benches. This park is along the water, so it's great if you want to visit and take a stroll along the Hudson River. Right across the river is the New Jersey.l skyline. read more

The Battery - Parks Near Me - New York, New York

See all

Under construction at the time I went, the park at the southern tip of Manhattan has walking and biking paths, gardens, a memorial, and some other sights. There aren't a ton of amenities due to the construction. The paths were nonetheless well trod, and the view out towards the Statue of Liberty will attract many visitors. It is a light and open area, and I find it helpful to get outside of the concrete jungle and get some fresh air. read more

The Battery - Parks Near Me - New York, New York

Love the battery in fidi. Great views and it always feels peaceful. One of my favorite places in the city. read more

See all

This is a nice park with fresh mowed lawns all the time whenever I come visit the park. Grass is always maintained and never saw any where patches or weed at all. The children's park is huge and they have a nice water sprinkler set area with several fountains of water coming out. What's good about the children's park is that they now have plastic slides! The plastic slides are way different than the stainless steel ones! You slide down faster with the plastic ones and don't get your butt or legs chafed to death! Park is also very safe. You can just park your stroller near the entrance or by the gated fence along with other strollers and enjoy your time with your children without any worries. read more

The Battery - Parks Near Me - New York, New York

One of my favorite things about New York City are its parks. The Battery is located at the southern tip of Manhattan and has beautiful views of the New York Harbor and the Hudson River. Whenever I take one of the Statue of Liberty cruises, I like to walk through The Battery afterwards. There is a lot of history at this park going back centuries. Castle Clinton, the SeaGlass Carousel and the Battery Bosque garden are some of the attractions that are here. There are also over 20 monuments on "Monument Walk". This includes the World War II war memorial that has thousands of names engraved on granite pylons. The Staten Island Ferry terminal is walking distance away from The Battery. The Battery is named for the artillery batteries that were built in the late 17th century. After the Revolutionary War, the Battery became a public promenade for walking. It has gone through many changes and improvements over the years. I remember The Battery being a safe haven for those fleeing lower Manhattan during 9/11. I personally enjoy walking through the garden and sitting on the benches while watching the boats in the harbor. Even through it looks small, you can see the Statue of Liberty from here. read more

See all

Very nice place to walk around, get some exercise going, and also great for family and for fun in general. The park feels nice and safe in the morning. It can get very crowded though, especially because of the ferry to Statue of Liberty stops there. There are also sellers/fruit stands out there if you get hungry or looking for some cheaper options for luxury bags hehehe Anyways, I'd love to go here again and enjoy Mother Nature. It has a great view of the water and it is relaxing. read more

Walking through Batter Park today brought me back to my much younger years. I worked nearby and had to walk my Boss's dog here daily! Urgh! I don't miss that job, whatsoever, but I did miss the park. Beautiful views, lots of space to take in the sights and not usually too crowded. If someone were visiting from another State or country, I would definitely suggest coming here for the sights and views. Unfortunately, there seemed to be a lot of construction and renovations taking place in the park, but still worth coming by! read more

See all

PUBLIC PARK: The area was first settled by the DUTCH who built FORT AMSTERDAM here in 1626. The BRITISH took over the area in 1664. In the 1800s THE BATTERY became a popular entertainment destination. Since then the Park has been renovated numerous times over the years. I remember celebrating THE 4TH OF JULY at BATTERY PARK marking the Restoration and Centenary of the STATUE OF LIBERTY in 1986. Spectacular views. WORTH VISITING. read more

See all

What a cute little beautiful place to sit & relax . Enjoy my coffee & write . Water always calms me down , my thoughts always becomes clear when I seat down hear by myself & just smell the water ! Most of the time it's pretty clean . I am surprised how it looks now after the new look . And it's still looks nice after this long , like other places which becomes typical ny city parks ! Most of the time they have a lot of food trucks , fruit trucks & small shopping areas . You can also buy tickets for going to Ellis Island to see The Statue of Liberty! Lovely place to spend evening with friends & just chill out. The sunset is always great too. read more

See all

Nice park to walk through from the charging bull area on the way to the Staten Island Ferry terminal back in March. Bathrooms available to use and nice statues in the park to admire. Can see the Statue of Liberty way in the distance. read more

See all

MANHATTAN/Battery Park: The Battery is in the lowest part of Manhattan and features 26 acres of public park land! Plants, gardens, views of the Statue of Liberty, Brooklyn, NJ, 3 dog parks, and there is even more to see and do. Leashed and friendly dogs are welcome on the hard surfaces and it is a nice spot to walk around and take in the incredible design of the area. The dog parks allows dogs off-leash. We love the mix of urban concrete with the softness of nature. The Battery's website offers visitor guides to help you get a full experience including what is currently in bloom, walk-through histories, and flora and fauna information! read more

The Battery - Parks Near Me - New York, New York

For more than 200 years, The Battery has been an invaluable part of New York City's history. In 1855, Castle Garden, situated inside the Park, became the world's first immigrant depot. Decades before Ellis Island was built or the Statue of Liberty gazed down at incoming boats, millions of newcomers arrived at The Battery from Europe and elsewhere. Although its role has changed, people from around the world still visit The Battery for a view of the city's past. Ferries dock at its shore to pick up visitors to the Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island, and all summer long concerts play on its grounds. Its beautiful waterfront and flower gardens make The Battery a lovely place to wander. For those who'd like a longer stroll, the park's location at the southern tip of Manhattan makes it a classic starting point for walking tours through the city. Many visits that we've had into New York city, we have stayed very close to the Battery, so we have enjoyed the little park and the beautiful setting close to the water. read more

The Battery - Parks Near Me - New York, New York

See all

One of my favorite New York green spaces. Lots of tourists. Plenty of reasons for there to be. Particularly enjoyable when the buskers are out. read more

Battery Park The green line comes here at bowling green stop. Once you get off just head straight to the water/harbor area, you can't miss this magnificent park. The waters have such a beautiful view. Plenty of seatings both near the harbor area and on the grass. So you can definitely grab a bite and take a rest to eat here. A lot of street vendors parked near the park. Also this park is right near the Staten Island ferry. There is also a kids playground. A must visit if for local and tourists! read more

See all

I love The Battery. When I used to live in the area (and it was called Battery Park), you'd find me here on the weekends, pretending to be a photographer and just enjoying life. Coming back over a decade later felt a bit surreal because there are changes but most of them are for the good and I appreciate that this park is still a place for people to spend a nice day. The park has a lot of historical significance so you will see many a statue, etc. Take some time to check out the history. It's pretty interesting. There is a lot more shade than there was a decade ago but still the same amount of places to sit, both on benches and the like and on grass. If you're into Pokémon, there are a few good pokestops and gyms around here as well. LOL! This used to be where I'd take the ferry to Governor's Island. I don't know if that's still the case but it is still the launching point for Staten Island, Liberty Island and Ellis Island. read more

The Battery - Statue of Liberty - Parks Near Me - New York, New York

See all

This is a beautiful park that stretches along the water in the lower SW Manhattan /Financial District area. If you walk along The Battery Park, you will see a lot of statues. There are many museums along the way like the Jewish Heritage museum, The Museum of Indian American etc. The Statue Ferry boarding area (Clinton Castle) is also located here. If you want to head to Staten Island, the ferry leaves from The Battery Park as well. It is a great place for a stroll or even for tourists like myself to take many photos. read more

See all

Cute little park in the financial district with a dog park, lots of walking paths, and nearby subway stations. I loved the castle area and you can't beat free public restrooms! The view of the water and the Statue of Liberty in the distance was beautiful. Lots of construction but overall it's still a great park and makes you feel like you're not in a big city. read more

An awesome park with stunning harbor views. From here, you can see the Statue of Liberty as well as the Jersey City skyline. There are plenty of sculptures and gardens throughout the park. It also has great paths for walking, jogging, or biking. read more

See all

I haven't been here in ages, so we decided to stop by. Unfortunately, they're undergoing a lot of construction, so the park is limited, but you can still take the ferry to see the Statue of Liberty. Other than that, I look forward to visiting again once the project is completed! read more

Be forewarned: When I went there in early November of 2024 there was all this construction going on and the view was virtually boarded up. So the famous scene depicted in the movie Desperately Seeking Susan was nothing like that. There were only a couple of tiny places where you could see a glimpse of the Statue of Liberty and it's very far from the shore -- and someone had cut a hole in one of the walls and placed a chair underneath it. I still couldn't see through the hole and I'm 5'10". What a joke. All these non-English speaking vendors selling fruit and hot dogs etc. Not a good experience. read more

The Battery is located on the southwest corner of lower Manhattan. It was in 1525 that Giovanni da Verrazzano first described this area of New York Harbor. Today, 20 monumenta can be found along the Battery promenade. Most prominent among them is the Peter Minuit sculpture depiciting a scene with him negotiating to buy Manhattan for 60 gilders with a member of the Lenape tribe. Most people come to The Battery to get views of the Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island. To get a photo of the Staue of Liberty reguires a minimum of a 500 mm lens. If you are not going to take the Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island tour my strong advice is to take your photos from Liberty State Park in Jersey City, New Jersey. The Statue of Liberty is 10X closer here. If you are going to take the tour from Battery Park then make your way to Castle Clinton where the National Park Service operates. The New Jersey site also has a National Park Service where you buy tickets and board the boat for the Staue of Liberty ans Ellis Island tour. read more

See all

Beautiful park with beautiful views of the water and the Statue of Liberty in the distance. There's a lot of paths that wind through the park and take you by the water. In the warmer months, the park provides a nice reprieve from the hustle and bustle of the Financial District. Lots of people eating lunch on one of the many park benches, walking or playing with their dogs, and sightseeing. The only downside is that you will be harassed by ticket sellers trying to get you to buy a ticket for the ferry. Just the other day, one came up to me and asked if I was looking for the ferry. After I said no, he asked where I was going. I told him I was just walking around (I work in the area and enjoy taking a stroll during my lunch break) and he scoffed and rudely said, "YEAH, SURE YOU ARE." That comment was totally uncalled for. There's always 2-3 dozen ticket sellers around the entrance, perimeter, and inside of the park. It doesn't matter if you're a tourist or a local, they will come up to you or try to catch your attention by blocking your way. As another reviewer said, there should be designated booths for them, so people who do want tickets can go up and ask. Again, the presence of some overly persistent (and downright nasty) ticket sellers is the only bad thing about the park. Unless you need their help, try to stay out of their way! read more

When people think of New York City, popular landmarks like Lady Liberty and the Empire State Building often come to mind. A lot of people don't think of The Battery right away. But, I'm here to tell you that you should. Take a visit to The Battery and walk around Battery Park. This part of New York feels like something out of a storybook. For one thing, there aren't very many crowds around. Some of the best views that you'll see of NYC can be viewed right from this park. You can see the glowing Jersey City Lights, Ellis Island, and even the Statue of Liberty in the distance. If you have the luxury of catching a sunset here, DO IT! The views of the sunsetting behind Jersey City are priceless. The park itself is not to be missed. It's filled with commemorative statues and memorials. It's almost like an outdoor museum. You can walk in between the memorials and admire them as you embark on some light exercise. The financial district is also wrapped around this area of the park. Skyscraper buildings with elegant architecture and bright city lights will surround you as you walk down the streets. You can't help but to admire the pure beauty of The Battery. This was one of my favorite areas to visit in the city. When in NYC, make sure to stop by to experience all that The Battery has to offer. read more

See all

and on the 2nd day, we did culture! 4 stars to start! interesting place, gotta go through it to get to the statue of liberty . that said, prepare yourself for the onslaught of liberty hawkers, which if you know your way, shouldnt be an issue, but as with all things NYC and tourists, you can become the person who just gave this rando a bunch of money because they can direct you to the statue or something. spoiler, its right there!!! also, the facilities are federal, so cops and federal agents everywhere. the park itself can run from green and clean to dirty and typical, so keep that in mind. are there other parks in the city? yes, right in this part of the city? ehh, not so much. right by wall st so i guess you might be here NOT to do ellis/statue, but it would surprise me on the weekend in the summer since business is not moving over the weekend and all that. we also found 'cheap' parking a block away in the garage, used a spot app, 20$ easy! charged up! read more

The Battery is a nice park. It's where the ferry goes to the Statue of Liberty. There's other stuff to see. It has an old fort. There's also a gardens and trees. It's located in lower Manhattan. It's on the site of the old landfill. This is quite an improvement it goes without saying. In the middle is Castle Clinton. This was a fort used during a war. It now is where you get statue tickets and information. The rest of the park has gardens and trails for walking. It's overall a good park. It has good views across the river to the statue. The ferries take you over there. read more

See all

Battery park is located at Bowling Green, that's also the subway stop. Beautiful and green it offers many walkways and statutes and art creations. There's a vegetable garden located near the center. Beautiful patch of green located within so much city. Battery park is also walking distance to Wall Street, banks, mutual fund Corp offices. This is also where you can gain nice views of the Statue of Liberty and Liberty Island. You can buy your tickets to see the liberty lady here....note to self the later in the day you arrive the longer the ticket lines. I suggest being there at 7.45 am, get your tickets and line up for the ferry...trust me on this..lol read more

See all

Battery Park is a pretty neat park. Whether you're, sight seeing, going over to Liberty Island, taking a free ferry to and from Staten Island, experiencing the very cool SeaGlass Carousel, or just hanging out... theres definitely something to see and do here. read more

See all

I volunteer weekly at the Battery Conservancy, and this was the first occasion for me to go all the way downtown. Before going, my mother warned me about the potential danger at the park, as it used to be a pretty sketchy area. However, it's nothing like that now - the park has been renovated and planned from scratch by the same landscape architect as the one who designed High Line. The farm is kind of hidden in the middle of the park, but contains more vegetables than I'd expected from the size. As a volunteer, I have been able to learn the basic techniques of farming like how to string up overgrown tomato vines. If you'd like to volunteer, you can sign up for the mandatory orientation at the URL below, and then sign up for a volunteer session: https://app.betterimpact.com/Application?OrganizationGuid=743641d3-df95-4ce1-94bc-c2a562c6b816&ApplicationFormNumber=1 read more

According to Wikipedia, The Battery used to be known as Battery Park. I have to head back here some day when the weather is a lot nicer. It was no fun trooping through here on a windy snowy day with the ice pelting my face. It was also too dark and dreary, I initially thought, to see the Statue of Liberty from here. I later spotted it, however, just beyond the American Merchant Mariners' Memorial, a short distance from the Blacktail restaurant. A number of statues dot the space, and it would probably be a nice place to while away some time in good weather. read more

See all

Great for walking or just to sit and enjoy the views. Kind of hard to get to if you're not from the area. Plenty of benches which is a plus. read more

See all

Temp. 5 star because my trip here was cut short haha, but it seemed like a great park so far. If you're looking for something to do in the morning before everything opens, this park is phenomenal. Clean, nice playground, lots to see, and quite a few delicious food stalls. Make sure to bring really strong sunglasses, because when the sunlight reflects off the water it's absolutely blinding. Even with sunglasses I still couldn't bear to look at the Statue of Liberty across the water. read more

I was here over the weekend with a bike and yoga exercise class held from The Shimano pop up store in Soho. We made our way to the area by the fountain for the yoga portion of the class. I haven't been here in quite a couple of years. The bike path from the Hudson Greenway that leads to Battery Park is finally completed which is nice to see. During the construction phase there was a detour that took you down one of the streets. This park is also shared by the Liberty Island and Ellis Island Ferries with the famous castle in the park. At the entrance to the park is a nice view of the Hudson River and a few cart vendors is you need to grab food or a cold drink. For the weekend I was surprised it wasn't too crowded, but we were also there early in the day so maybe everyone wasn't awake yet. read more

The Battery - A view of the Hudson River - Parks Near Me - New York, New York

See all

A good spot to hang out and walk around. View of the harbor is breathtaking. There are two café's, one dine-in restaurant and a glass carousel ride to explore. There is a lot of street performers, artists, food sellers and people from all walks of life surrounded the area but definitely add to a wonderful experience. Lots of benches to sit on during stay. Lots of trees shading good sitting spots. Clean restroom is at the end of the southern part. Sculptures, plants, flowers, walk path are some of the things this park offers. The park has easy access to ferries going to different destinations- Staten Island, Governors and Liberty & Ellis Island. Close to subway stations. Its not easy looking for car parking here unless you come early than the others. A tourist haven. read more

The Battery - Lady Liberty. - Parks Near Me - New York, New York

See all

Battery Park is where boats can be boarded to access the Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island. There is a large building where tickets can be collected and where visitors complete the security screening process before boarding the boats. Within the park there are several small vendors as well as plenty of seating and short trails. We also saw a really cool sculpture. Very nice park with urban farm. It was fascinating to see squirrels be so friendly with people. We encountered one hanging out in the garden and when my husband reached out to him, he moved closer in the hopes of getting food. Very interesting. The garden has a variety of vegetables, but it is sectioned off by a fence to keep people and pets from trampling. Awesome park with great views. read more

See all

Great park for the kids to run around and play and this is the park where you purchase your tickets to go see the Statue of Liberty. That's exactly what we did. We took our kids here to play for a bit, saw Lady Liberty from afar, got our tickets and then went to the Pier A restaurant to meet up with a friend. Came out of that and hopped on the ferry to Ellis Island and Lady Liberty. Beautiful park, well maintained and pretty statues everywhere! read more

The Battery - Parks Near Me - New York, New York

See all

OVERALL: I say check out this park since it's by the free ferry and other water taxis and cruise boats that go to Ellis Island to see the Statue of Liberty. It's right by the water so you get a view of the Statue of Liberty. Walking distance to the Bowling Green park where the raging charging bull statue is. It's the financial district. People running for exercise. BATHROOMS: there were bathrooms here too. OTHER: sights to see include monuments, fire that has been burning for decades, plants, flowers, street food like hot dogs nuts churros, indoor glass fantasy style merry go round, world globe structures, and restaurants that look expensive and fancy. People fishing. DOGS: sign says it's a dog free park, but I saw dogs here. Not sure why they would want a park to be dog free especially in New York you would think dogs can get all the park and greenery possible. read more

See all