(212) 795-1388
Riverside Dr to Hudson River
(Between W 192nd Street and Dyckman Street)
New York,
NY
10040
40.8628
-73.9323
Neighborhoods: Fort George, Uptown
Hours:
Daily 6am-12am
Fort Tryon Park
Last updated 9.23.08
What People Are Saying About Fort Tryon Park
The Editor
Contributor
Citysearch
Overview – Hilltop views of the Hudson River and the George Washington Bridge make Fort Tryon irresistible to city-weary New Yorkers from all five boroughs. The narrow stone paths are a far cry from busy city pavement, and the sound of birds almost drowns out the traffic on Broadway. With no shortage of steep steps, this cliff-side location also offers a scenic alternative for clocking some outdoor stair-climbing minutes. – – Features and Attractions – If the great outdoors becomes too much for you, spend a peaceful hour or so admiring the Unicorn Tapestries at the…
07/17/06
Beautiful scenic escape
by sharopooks at Citysearch
You can't beat the beautiful hillside views of the Hudson in this park. I live in WaHi and this urban escape is one of Manhattan's best kept secrets - spectacular views, near the Cloisters and not mobbed with people. Nice!
- Pros: Views of Hudson, Peaceful
09/02/02
Memorable, quiet relective city site
by richvc at Citysearch
This is one place where all can enjoy a quiet and reflective time. At the same time you can lay back and sense a time & space from long ago at the Cloisters, smell the aroma and sense the beauty of nature. However, if you are or want to be a child at the moment, you can do both-But at the same time spend a romantic time with your partner and enjoy a wonderful view!
- Pros: Quiet & Scenic, Fantastic museum, Inexpensive city day
- Cons: Not enough eateries
07/23/02
Peace and quiet
by sylvieif at Citysearch
Just a few nannies with strollers, and a couple of art students trying to sketch a landscape, this is the most peaceful park in the city, and the best thing is that it's close to the Cloisters.
- Pros: Peaceful, Scenic
- Cons: Far from midtown
The Details on Fort Tryon Park
Perfect for Dining Alfresco:
Don't invite yourself to someone else's picnic. Have a wild mushroom and duck panini or an ice-cream cone at the New Leaf Cafe.
Volunteer Opportunities:
Members of Friends of Fort Tryon Park act as advocates for the park, help with fundraising and create a calendar of events.
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