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    Theodore Roosevelt Park

    4.1 (29 reviews)

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    Steve A.

    A small park that's outside a museum. It's not big but that's okay. Theodore Roosevelt Park is a nice place for a stroll. Located outside the American Museum of Natural History. This is also close to Central Park so it's overlooked. Central Park is close by. It means many people don't come here. This is next to the American Museum of Natural History. It's kind of hidden a bit. This is on the north side. It's not at the main entrance. This is maybe why many people don't notice it, because they don't go by it. It's amazing this place doesn't get more attention. Maybe because there's too much other stuff to see. The place is kept up pretty well.

    Evan M.

    Theodore Roosevelt Park is a small park next to the American Museum of Natural History. The best part is that there is access to the museum's terrace and fountain. One can access this terrace (currently mid-2022) via a small stairwell next to the entrance of the museum's parking garage. This access is available during the museum's construction. During the summer and warmer months they turn on some fountains that kids love to play in. How cool is it to play in the water while looking at the museum's Hayden planetarium?

    Marianne W.

    This is by far one of my favorite parks. I love to stop and sit in the summer. It's close to so many sites. It's kept clean. It's a quiet area to relax. There are lots of great restaurants in the neighborhood. You're close to public transportation, museums, historic monuments. It's not a huge park. It's mainly a nice park to just sit and take in the outdoors!

    Yee Gan O.

    Not to be outdone by the much larger Central Park just across the road, the American Museum of Natural History is surrounded by Theordore Roosevelt Park, so named for the American president to whom the museum is dedicated It's a quieter side of the building compared to the area just in front of the main building. A nice area to relax away from the hustle and bustle of the main crowds and the main thoroughfare of Central Park West with the New York staple of yellow cabs and horns Manhattan is a busy stressful environment and places like this are a welcome little oasis of calm

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    Shalom B.

    Basically, COME HERE if... You're going the American Museum of Natural History anyways (it's literally right there), you LOVE trees (tall, green, rows and rows), and you like farmers markets (right next to it) out you like Theodore Roosevelt (it's his park, apparently). **Conveniently located right next to food stands and a subway And central park is not too far either. And there are pretty flowers and brick buildings to oggle at. Just do it, you won't regret it.

    Dominik D.

    What a peaceful place! Even during the Macy's Parade it's able to exude a tranquility. Nice buildings in the background and easy walking paths that wind in a meandering fashion all contribute to this effect.

    Peaceful and nice, right by the Green Market and near Green Flea Market.

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    Special little park that is landscaped to perfection. Very dog friendly even if the dog run can be a little funky.

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    Bring your dog as there is a dog park. Lots of benches to sit on and easy access to the museum of natural history.

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    We spend hours each day here with our dog (in Bull Moose Run). It's a terrific community of people and dogs in the best neighborhood!

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    Nice little park--pass by on your way to Central Park from the UWS or if you're going to the Natural History museum.

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    4.4(415 reviews)
    2.9 miFlatiron

    Bryant what? Central who? Washington Square, why when you can go to Madison Square Park. I keed…read moreabout the other parks. I actually love all of them for different reasons. But Madison Square will always be my favorite. It's kept fairly clean and is a nice size. Mostly for the working professionals and students in the area, it's an awesome spot to eat lunch, with a great food selection in Flat Iron. It's home to the OG Shake Shack, which stands there til this day. There is also an awesome dog park there. This park is great at all times of the year, so don't hesitate to go now.

    The most notable thing about Madison Square Park (at least for me) is that it's the location of the…read moreoriginal Shake Shack. Besides that, I never paid much mind to the park, especially in light of the fact that it's not in my stomping grounds. Nevertheless, I had just finished brunching nearby and since it was such a gorgeous day out, I decided to take a walk through the park and check it out. MSP is not large - the center of it is a large green space with paths on the perimeter that contain walking paths and benches. In addition to the Shake Shack, there's also a small seating area nearby where you can sit and eat, or just hang out. The park is ideal of people watching, eating your lunch, or just walking around a space that contrasts the hustle and bustle of the surrounding areas. Because of the weather, it was a little crowded but still pleasant. Overall, MSP is fine - it's not worth coming to unless you're in the area IMO, but a pleasant spot nonetheless.

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    4.1(22 reviews)
    2.6 miMurray Hill, Midtown East

    Nice big park great for different age groups! Entrance on 1st ave for big playground and bathroom…read more Plenty of benches and equipment to play on. There is also a basketball quart and small field. Pretty clean and safe.

    Slowly trying to hoop at all the basketball courts in the city, so I came here after work before a…read morelong weekend. We were on our 4th game of 5 on 5 on this slanted, slippery court with double rims as the Midtown skyline looked over us. We had gone 3-0 and already on wobbly legs but wanted one more to really push ourselves to exhaustion and be WHOOPED. A group of 5 17 year olds showed up and I was lowkey like damn I don't wanna play these little kids for our last game but whatever, they got next. We were going back and forth, and to be fair they were actually pretty good but just too frail to give us any problems. At 5'10 174 lbs, I'm a BIG guard. I'm left handed, but shot a right handed floater fading to my right as I'm trying to get better. If you can hit a weak hand floater on the run you will be tough to stop. I bricked it and this little 17 year old kid goes "that's a TERRIBLE shot" looking at me dead in the eyes. Like bro y'all are losing and you suck why you talking? He woke me up and I started actually trying really hard and lowkey busting their ass... but tbh normally I'm not even that good. It was just one of those days where everything was falling. I hit a 3 and yelled out "THAT'S A LAYUP." I drove hard left, euro stepped and hit a tough finish through 2 and yelled "I"M TOO BIG," while flexing. I switched onto little homie and he took a terrible stepback shot after I turned him 3 times and bricked it. I just whispered to him "I don't even gotta say nothing after that one it speaks for itself" which really pissed him off. Then I hit the game winning 3 and did the Dame wave to him as he walked off the court PISSED as hell. I sat down and then he got the courage to say "STOP TALKING SO MUCH" while he put his hand together to mimic me YAPPING. I almost stood up and said "HOW BOUT U GET WIN?" But then I realized I'm a grown ass man and there is absolutely no reason to be jawing at this little kid on a beautiful Friday in New York City. I just kind of laughed at myself and asked what is wrong with me lol. All in all, these runs were kind of weak and this court is in horrendous condition. The court on the westside highway is still my favorite in the city. IG @jnov_ Tiktok @jnov_reviews

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    3.4(93 reviews)
    2.4 miMidtown West

    Ian's Cookie Jar (Located in Herald Square Holiday Market)…read moreW. 35th. St. & Broadway New York, NY 10001 The Bucket Located in the Herald Square Holiday Market adjacent to Macy's is a chocolate chip cookie kiosk. This secret recipe was handcrafted by food influencer Ian Martin and Hungry Gnome bakery owner Danielle Sepsy. All cookies are freshly baked on the spot in these cookie ovens. An entire batch is immediately scooped up with a french fry scooper and handed off for your enjoyment. The Bucket: The primary ingredients in these cookies are all butter, brown sugar, and premium Callebaut chocolate. As soon as you try your first one, you will be far from done. They are warm and crispy on the outside while gooey on the inside. As a bonus, the holiday themed visual design on the bucket was hand drawn by Ian's sister. There is a decent amount of seating at the holiday market for you to enjoy your dessert. Be sure to arrive early because Ian's cookies are immensely popular and they will sell out. Stop by Ian's Cookie Jar kiosk at the Herald Square holiday market and indulge in this warm, gooey treat during the most wonderful time of the year. #ianscookiejar #chefdaniellesepsy #IanMartin #thehungrygnome #TheBucket #chocolatechipcookies #HeraldSquare #heraldsquareholidaymarket #nycholidaymarket #imma_eat_this #callebautchocolate #40cookies

    I really enjoy coming to this area of the city. So much to do and see, lots of shopping and food…read moreoptions. Madison square garden is also nearby. The historical Macy's Herald sq is here. It's beautiful in this area esp during the holidays. However, expect heavy crowds on weekends or after events like concerts

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