Oasis may be an overworked description of a city vest pocket park but this 120 year-old grove of peace in a very busy part of a very busy city is the place to rest and recover from a hectic day. It's near the Manhattan end of the Brooklyn Bridge, easily reachable by the #2 or 3 train -- Park Place station on the subway maps "red line" or the Brooklyn Bridge stop on the 4,5 or 6 trains Lexington Ave line shown green on maps or the City Hall stop on the R or W trains yellow on maps. The fountain, the several gardens of beautiful flowers and the original sculptures add the pleasure of sitting in the shade of mature trees that almost block the traffic of this junction of Civic Center and Financial District. It's a short walk to the World Trade Center and to the System Island and Governors Islands ferries. Spend a peaceful 1/2 hour here -- you'll never regret it. Dog-friendliness: Dogs have a great time socializing here, kids love the fountain and adults can enjoy people watching.
A lot of the area around the buildings is blocked off. The place looks like they are barricaded and ready for a riot I'm only partially joking, it was weird. The buildings, fountain and park areas are nice.
This is a small park that is nestled between City Hall and the Brooklyn Bridge. Several street vendors available for food. There was a street dance and tricks show going on as we passed by
"A Hidden Treasure" Finding trees, flowers, butterflies, art and water fountains in the middle of a concrete jungle is just like an oasis in the middle of a desert. This tiny park is beyond beautiful and it is surrounded by gorgeous buildings. There is no doubt you will be delighted to stop by for a quick visit and see it by yourself. None of my pictures will make real justice to its beauty, so if you are around the World Trade Center, it is nearby, lets say a short waking distance.
Beautiful park. The sculptures are very unique. The barriers take away from the beauty of the park.
Beautiful sights all around. Evidently, I missed the fountain but I will be back.
amaze with the architecture! been there when they are having winter markets.. don't miss the merry-go-round, kids just love it..
This park was so awesome. It was the most pleasant of walks. The buildings are there, and some greenery. It is a short walk from the Brooklyn Bridge, and a great place to take a break on a bench after walking the bridge. Something about the park was very peaceful. Though, if you have young children, there is no playground equipment at all.
Beautiful park to come and grab lunch at anybtime of the day. Plenty of food vendors and tables and chairs around.
The architecture and structure was beautiful but the area needs to be cleaned up quite a bit.
