This sounds crazy, but one of the best places to see the sunset in NYC just so happens to be just above a Toys-R-Us parking lot. Hear us out: it makes a ton of sense if you're into biking. Take the Belt Pathway Promenade all the way down from Bay Ridge to Bensonhurst Park. It's a pretty solid 12 mile ride (if you're biking from the Park Slope/Gowanus area) and if you get there just around sunset you'll have a full 180º view of the sunset over the water. The parking lot conveniently has ice cream, waters and sodas at different vendors, and you can walk your bike to a nearby F or D train to get home if it's dark. It's a fantastic ride, and a healthy way to see one NYC's nature at it's very best.
Dude, sunsets is in the name. Hit up any one of the parks in this Brooklyn hood and you'll be sure to catch one of the best views of the sunset in one of the highest points in Kings County.
Tis' a cheap man's getaway. Check out what time the sun goes down and hop on one of these things just in time to see it touch the horizon.
This nearly renovated park has free grills on a first-come, first-serve basis. End-of-summer cook-out party under the sun, anyone?
There you are. The place? Lower Manhattan. The time? Sunset. Pop quiz, hotshot: where you gonna go? How about South Cove Park, which boasts some of NYC's most beautiful park-iness (actual word) thanks to the incredibly well designed foliage (another actual word). But seriously: if this hidden gem of a park was any more romantic it'd be buying you dinner first.
We all love this greenway. It's quiet, it's peaceful, and it's probably one of the best places to relax that does not require a spa discount.
It's the largest open space in Queens- spacious enough to bring your entire family, all of your friends, your friends friends, and even that one guy you don't even like.
Sure, you can ride the cyclone, catch some waves and even eat a famous hot dog from Nathan's, but nothing rounds off a night like watching the sun go down on a beach.
No, this is not a park where you'll find the best murders in NYC. It's a National Recreation area made up of four beaches in Staten Island where you're likely to spot one of the rare birds that flock their to stay away from the hectic, big city.
One the biggest open spaces in New York, you'll be sure to find room to watch the sunset here. Unless you're a sociopath who likes to sit really close to people you don't know. There's support groups for that. Anyway, spread out and enjoy the majestic sunset here on the vast expanse of grass.
These peaceful spaces are the best places to watch the sun set in NYC. Take the kids for an evening stroll and experience the beautiful colors for yourself!
Looking for the perfect way to unwind with the family without taking the entire team on vacation? Desperately seeking the best places to chill out in NYC? Here's where to find a sunset NYC tourists haven't already invaded and settle in for a half hour of just... well, enjoying nature. Hint: Some of these sweet spots can be found on our list of NYC's 13 best parks for families.
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