Queens Waterfront Parks for Sunset Skyline Views

4.8 (127)

Mon – Sun, 08:00 – 22:00

Long Island City, NY 11101

This recreational dock at Gantry Plaza State Park sets hammocks and loungers against the Midtown skyline, with a dedicated fishing pier. Paths run past flowers and trees, with open views of the tides and the skyline at dusk.

4.8 (5,563)

Mon – Sun, 06:00 – 22:00

Center Blvd

Hunter's Point South Waterfront Park on Center Boulevard pairs open lawns and scenic paths with a cantilevered platform facing Manhattan. A playground, cafe plaza, dog run and basketball courts sit near the water, and the Empire State Building stands directly across.

4.8 (148)

Mon – Sun, 06:00 – 22:00

56-27 2nd St

The park extension sits where Newtown Creek meets the East River. Clean paths wind past plantings and a glowing circle sculpture, an outdoor gym is built into the landscape, and breezy seating nooks and a kayak launch face the skyline.

4.6 (1,390)

Mon – Fri, 15:00 – 23:00; Sat – Sun, 12:00 – 00:00 (+1)

4-40 44th Drive

A relaxed waterfront grill on 44th Drive with East River views. The specialty is cevapi tucked into soft, warm lepinja, alongside burgers, hot dogs and endive salad, and the outdoor seating area suits lingering into the evening. Expect long drink waits on busy weekends.