Outdoor Activities - Things to do Out of Doors in New York City
You may think New York City is all about museums and tall buildings, but you'll be surprised at all the options there are to spend some time outside. Get some exercise and experience nature with these activities.
New York City's 7 Best Parks
These are some of the best parks in New York City. New York City's many great parks offer a welcome respite from the concrete jungle of New York City, with activities from concerts and tours to open spaces for picnicking and relaxing.
These are some of the best parks in New York City. New York City's many great parks offer a welcome respite from the concrete jungle of New York City, with activities from concerts and tours to open spaces for picnicking and relaxing.
Central Park Visitors Guide
With over 800 acres of space, Central Park is an oasis of greenery on the island of Manhattan. Visitors who visit Central Park will find this guide helpful with information about restaurants, sights, directions and more for Central Park.
With over 800 acres of space, Central Park is an oasis of greenery on the island of Manhattan. Visitors who visit Central Park will find this guide helpful with information about restaurants, sights, directions and more for Central Park.
Brooklyn Bridge Visitor Guide
A walk you won't soon forget awaits you as you cross the Brooklyn Bridge on foot. Construction of the Brooklyn Bridge began in 1870 and it took over 13 years to build what was the longest suspension bridge in the world at the time.
A walk you won't soon forget awaits you as you cross the Brooklyn Bridge on foot. Construction of the Brooklyn Bridge began in 1870 and it took over 13 years to build what was the longest suspension bridge in the world at the time.
New York Botanical Garden
The New York Botanical Gardenconsists of 50 gardens on 250 acres in the Bronx. Our Visitors Guide to the New York Botanical Garden has information on tickets, events, directions and everything you need to plan your visit to the New York Botanical Garden.
The New York Botanical Gardenconsists of 50 gardens on 250 acres in the Bronx. Our Visitors Guide to the New York Botanical Garden has information on tickets, events, directions and everything you need to plan your visit to the New York Botanical Garden.
New York City Greenmarkets
Thoughout New York City, farm fresh produce, flowers, meats and more are available for sale at Greenmarkets. Find a greenmarket near you and see pictures of the Union Square market here.
Thoughout New York City, farm fresh produce, flowers, meats and more are available for sale at Greenmarkets. Find a greenmarket near you and see pictures of the Union Square market here.
New York City Area Beaches
No need to fret when you're craving the beach in New York City -- there are dozens of beaches as close as a subway, train or bus ride.
No need to fret when you're craving the beach in New York City -- there are dozens of beaches as close as a subway, train or bus ride.
Outdoor Summer Concerts
From Bryant Park and Lincoln Center to Prospect and Central Parks, there are musical performances (many outdoors and many free) throughout the summer. Find a listing of many ongoing performances here.
From Bryant Park and Lincoln Center to Prospect and Central Parks, there are musical performances (many outdoors and many free) throughout the summer. Find a listing of many ongoing performances here.
Paddling Day Trips
From the About Guide to Paddling, Hawey A. Wells, find out about some great paddling trips that are close to New York City.
From the About Guide to Paddling, Hawey A. Wells, find out about some great paddling trips that are close to New York City.
Bryant Park 2003 Film Screenings
Every Monday night during the summer, you can see great films for free in Bryant Park. Check out the schedule here!
Every Monday night during the summer, you can see great films for free in Bryant Park. Check out the schedule here!
Brooklyn Botanic Garden
Take a virtual tour through the gardens or plan your visit with the information available on this web site. Includes a helpful Blooming Schedule so you can know what's flowering when you'll be around.
Take a virtual tour through the gardens or plan your visit with the information available on this web site. Includes a helpful Blooming Schedule so you can know what's flowering when you'll be around.
Chelsea Screamer
High speed boat ride around New York Harbor. Boat rides run from May through October.
High speed boat ride around New York Harbor. Boat rides run from May through October.
Circle Line Cruises
See the city from the water on the Circle Line's series of cruises. From The Beast Speed Boat to sightseeing and music cruises, the site highlights prices, schedules and more.
See the city from the water on the Circle Line's series of cruises. From The Beast Speed Boat to sightseeing and music cruises, the site highlights prices, schedules and more.
Coney Island
No visit to New York is complete without a Nathan's hotdog and a roller coaster ride on Coney Island. Also check out the Mermaid Parade for some summer thrills.
No visit to New York is complete without a Nathan's hotdog and a roller coaster ride on Coney Island. Also check out the Mermaid Parade for some summer thrills.
Inwood Hill Park
Located on the north end of the Island of Manhattan, read about the features of this park on this helpful site. Includes directions to get there and locations of various features, including playgrounds and tennis courts.
Located on the north end of the Island of Manhattan, read about the features of this park on this helpful site. Includes directions to get there and locations of various features, including playgrounds and tennis courts.
Manhattan Kayak Company
Tours for all skill levels, as well as kayaking instruction are offered by the Manhattan Kayak Company. See Manhattan from the water with this top notch kayak company.
Tours for all skill levels, as well as kayaking instruction are offered by the Manhattan Kayak Company. See Manhattan from the water with this top notch kayak company.
New York - New Jersey Trail Conference
Information on trails and hiking in the New York and New Jersey areas. Maps, advocacy efforts and events are all available on the site.
Information on trails and hiking in the New York and New Jersey areas. Maps, advocacy efforts and events are all available on the site.
New York City Marathon
Annual 26.2 mile run through the five boroughs of New York City held in early November. Find out about registering, volunteering and more on their website.
Annual 26.2 mile run through the five boroughs of New York City held in early November. Find out about registering, volunteering and more on their website.
New York Road Runners Club
Club that focuses on running and walking -- offers road races, fun runs, classes, clinics and more. Best known for its involvement in the New York City Marathon and New Year's Eve run.
Club that focuses on running and walking -- offers road races, fun runs, classes, clinics and more. Best known for its involvement in the New York City Marathon and New Year's Eve run.
Prospect Park
Host to skating in the winter, concerts and fireworks, this famous Brooklyn park offers a taste of nature to visitors. Find out about ongoing events and activities on this site.
Host to skating in the winter, concerts and fireworks, this famous Brooklyn park offers a taste of nature to visitors. Find out about ongoing events and activities on this site.
Staten Island Botanical Garden
Flowering gardens and the first Chinese Scholar's Garden in the United States can be found in this borough's botanical garden. Find out about visits and see schedules of events on this site.
Flowering gardens and the first Chinese Scholar's Garden in the United States can be found in this borough's botanical garden. Find out about visits and see schedules of events on this site.
Wave Hill
Open year round, this public garden overlooks the Hudson River and the Palisades. They offer free family programming and workshops with admission to the gardens. Check the website for schedules and hours.
Open year round, this public garden overlooks the Hudson River and the Palisades. They offer free family programming and workshops with admission to the gardens. Check the website for schedules and hours.
World Yacht
Romantic dinner cruises, special events and private parties are all available on these elegant ships.
Romantic dinner cruises, special events and private parties are all available on these elegant ships.
Climbing in New York City
This site is dedicated to climbing and bouldering in New York City. Includes calendars of upcoming events, as well as maps to help you find places to climb in New York City.
This site is dedicated to climbing and bouldering in New York City. Includes calendars of upcoming events, as well as maps to help you find places to climb in New York City.