Liberty State Park

Liberty State Park is a fantastic destination for anyone looking to enjoy breathtaking views of the New York City skyline without breaking the bank. The park is huge, offering plenty of space to explore, relax, and soak in the natural beauty alongside its rich historical significance in American history. One of the biggest perks is the 2-hour free parking lot, which typically has moderate availability. From here, you’re treated to stunning panoramic views of Manhattan – especially beautiful during sunrise and sunset. The park features clean and decent restrooms, and its long riverside walkways are perfect for jogging, strolling, or simply enjoying the peaceful ambiance. You’ll also catch a distant but clear view of the Statue of Liberty, making it a great spot for casual sightseeing or photography. Liberty State Park is also a launch point for ferries to the Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island. Note that there is a security screening before boarding, similar to airport-style checks. Whether you’re interested in history, nature, or city views, or just want a quiet place to unwind by the Hudson River and glimpse the Atlantic Ocean, this park is a hidden gem worth visiting.

We were there for Pokemon Go Fest 2025. Despite the downpour, it was a nice park to visit. Not much shelter in case of rain. Great views of the NY skyline and Statue of Liberty. Nice walking paths and clean bathrooms, despite the 100K that showed for the Pokemon Go Fest.

Beautiful, quiet, peaceful park. What a treasure in the heart of a city. Waves lapping at the shoreline, ducks swimming, birds chirping. I could have spent a few days here exploring the various natural corners. Plenty of benches near the water. Some scattered elsewhere.

Decent spot to view the Manhattan skyline, back view of the Statue of Liberty. No easy way to access different areas of the park without a vehicle. Beautiful 9/11 memorial.

Came here for Pokémon go fest 2025. It’s a very beautiful park and we had a great time. The park was very large and we definitely felt same here. Looks like a great place to go for a run. 🏃‍♂️

A lovely park to go to, even with kids. The parking lot is small though. However the kids play area is closest to the parking area. The park is big with lots of walking paths and seating, which is good for seniors or when you feel tired. The view of Manhattan is beautiful, better than being there. The Liberty ferry starts there as well. You can see the old railway station. Went in the afternoon and the weather was very pleasant. But in about 2 hours, the wind picked up and it became cold, so we packed up and left. Regular police patrolling gives a sense of security as well. It's a beautiful place to spend the day, take a picnic basket and just relax. Highly recommended for families with kids and senior citizens as well.

Great Day Trip. Ellis Island so much history it was just an great experience. Especially since I haven't been there since the 60's. The.views of the NYC skyline was awesome. I would suggest you purchase tickets to go inside the statue in advance. Bring snacks. We visited on a weekday not overly crowded but wouldn't want to visit on a hot summer day.

Nice park, quieter than NYC! Has a nice 911 memorial, 2 steel walls with names inscribed. Lines up with new Qorld Trade tower across the river in NYC. You can take a ferry ride to the Statue of Liberty from here. We didn't.