Manhattan at Play along the East River

4.5 (1,196)

Mon – Sun, 07:00 – 22:00

76-01 FDR Drive

At John Jay Park, sandboxes, sprinklers, and a central play canoe fill play areas divided by age group. A separate diving pool offers deep water beyond the main swimming facilities. Handball and basketball courts share the grounds with a dog run. Picnic tables sit under shade.

4.6 (160)

Mon – Sun, 08:00 – 01:00 (+1)

East River Esplanade, FDR Dr

Walkers, runners, and cyclists share East River Esplanade's paved path from 54th to 71st Street. The route overlooks the Queens and Brooklyn shorelines. Benches offer places to pause. Highway noise carries from the adjacent FDR Drive. Andrew Haswell Green Park provides access midway along the path.

Mon – Sun, 07:00 – 18:00

384 ASSER LEVY PLACE, Manhattan, NY, 10010

Asser Levy Playground offers outdoor space for neighborhood play and recreation in Manhattan. Find this public community park at 384 Asser Levy Place. Entry is free. The park opens at 7:00 AM and closes at 6:00 PM every day.

4.5 (4,334)

Mon – Sun, 06:00 – 01:00 (+1)

Montgomery St. To E. 12 St., FDR Drive

Curved seating at John V. Lindsay East River Park overlooks the Williamsburg Bridge. Cross the Delancey Street overpass above the FDR Drive. The updated southern section remains open with views across to Brooklyn. As of May 2026, the northern section is closed for renovations.