Location: Long Island City
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What to do and see in Long Island City, New York (NY): The Best Nature & Parks
Long Island City (LIC) is the westernmost residential and commercial neighborhood of the New York City borough of Queens. LIC is noted for its rapid and ongoing residential growth and gentrification, its waterfront parks, and its thriving arts community. LIC has among the highest concentration of art galleries, art institutions, and studio space of any neighborhood in New York City. It is bordered by Astoria to the north; the East River to the west; Hazen Street, 49th Street, and New Calvary Cemetery in Sunnyside to the east; and Newtown Creek—which separates Queens from Greenpoint, Brooklyn—to the south. It originally was the seat of government of the Town of Newtown, and remains the largest neighborhood in Queens. The area is part of Queens Community Board 1, located north of the Queensboro Bridge and Queens Plaza; it is also of Queens Community Board 2 to the south.
Restaurants in Long Island City
1. Gantry Plaza State Park
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 467 reviews
Reviewed By untdrum99 - Cebu City, Philippines
Gantry Plaza State Park is located in Long Island City in Queens and is a great park with a lot of family-friendly activities with a dog park, sand volleyball, dining, open spaces, and with some of the best views of the Manhattan skyline, especially at sunset. There is also a ferry that goes across to Manhattan, but is also conveniently located near a couple of subway stops. Entrance to the park is free. It's a former dockyards so it is interesting to see how they have repurposed the area into something everyone can use. There is free parking located nearby on the street.
2. Hunter's Point South Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 109 reviews
Reviewed By seanworc - New York City, United States
This is a relatively new park along the East River waterfront in Long Island City, Queens. What makes it very special is the views across the river to scan the horizon lines of the Manhattan Midtown skyscrapers such as the United Nations, Citibank Center, Hospital for Special Surgery, UN Plaza, and many more. There are plenty of lounge chairs to sit and watch the the people and the sights. The locally famous Pepsi Cola sign is nearby. Plenty of food and drink options. Big kid playground. Easy access by train, car, taxi, or Uber. Go on a clear and sunny day. It can get very cold/windy next to the water in winter.
3. Socrates Sculpture Park
Overall Ratings
3.5 based on 131 reviews
You can admire the changing exhibits, or the spectacular view of Manhattan in this park.
Reviewed By staceyd284 - New York City, United States
As we are all itching to responsibly get out of the house for fresh air, I am happy to report Socrates Sculpture Park is open. It feature interesting modern sculptures, overlooks the water and offers some nice green space for solo exercise.
4. Rafferty Triangle
Overall Ratings
3.0 based on 1 reviews
5. Lou Lodati Park
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 1 reviews
