Come admire the living art exhibit that is the New York Botanical Garden. The vibrant colors, the sweet, floral smells and the peaceful quiet of the gardens make visiting this place an experience that engages the senses. The grounds include a massive climate-controlled greenhouse which hosts some of the most delicate plant varieties, a waterfall and even a forest. It’s the perfect place to come and appreciate natural beauty that hails from all over the world.
What’s a New Yorker got to do to get a little peace and quiet in NYC? Here’s what to do: Check out one of the city’s precious little pockets of serenity. Whether you need date ideas for a place where you can carry an audible conversation or the best NYC parks for some introspective meditation, here are the perfect places. They’re also a great substitute for when you can’t afford the time or money for weekend getaways but desperately need a break from the city’s nonstop people-shouting, car-honking, siren-wailing commotion.