Who doesn’t love to watch a sunset? After a long day walking through New York City, there is no better plan that seeks a place in town to watch how the sun goes down. To witness this beautiful natural spectacle is incredible, to see how the colors of the end of the afternoon mix with the night is something that is priceless, and as this could be an unforgettable moment in your life we will share with you 10 places that are absolutely great for watching the sunset in New York City.

Sunset Park

Sunset Park – Source www.nycgovparks.org

Located at Brooklyn, this park is a hidden treasure and is a great place to catch one of the best views of the sunset in the City that Never Sleeps. From there you can watch the skyline of Manhattan and take breathtaking photos. From the highest point of the park, you also will be able to see the Statue of Liberty, Brooklyn neighborhoods and Staten Island.

Hudson River Park

Hudson River Park – Source www.rew-online.com

Hudson River Park is the second largest park in Manhattan and watch the sunset from there is an experience that will blow your mind. This point of view is fantastic because you don’t have buildings front of you that ruin the view of the sky, in addition, see how the light of the heavens is reflecting in the water is astonishingly beautiful.

Take the Ferry during Sunset

Staten Island Ferry – Source www.wirednewyork.com

Taking the Staten Island Ferry you will kill two birds in one shot, first because you have the chance to see the Statue of Liberty closely, and second is because probably this is the best way to see how the sun goes down in the horizon.  The Staten Island Ferry trip takes about 30 minutes, is free and will take you across the Hudson River.

Brooklyn Bridge Park

Brooklyn Bridge Park – Source www.citibikenyc.com

Near the Brooklyn Bridge, you will find a fantastic place to spend time, the Brooklyn Bridge Park. This spot is stupendous, from there from there you can watch as the sun go down behind skyline of Manhattan. For many people, this is the best point in town to snap photos of New York City. Besides is an excellent place to go for a walk and get away from the city hustle.

Coney Island

Coney Island – Source www.nycgo.com

See the sunset from Coney Island beach is awesome. If you have got the opportunity to go there do not hesitate and do it, there you will have one of the best of your days in New York City.  This singular place of the city is perfect for create a postcard of NYC and share it with your friends. Try to go during the week, the ambiance is more tranquil those days.

High Line Elevated Park

High Line Elevated Park – Source www.nynjtc.org

Watch the sunset from the top. This elevated park is another incredible spot for enjoying the dusk in the Big Apple. From there you not only have an excellent view but have the chance to do different activities such as take Pilates lessons. A very positive stuff of to go to High Line Park is that you can take pictures of the sunset and then continue to tour the city.

Astoria Park

Astoria Park – Source www.nycgovparks.org

This large open space in Queens it is spectacular, it is peaceful and probably is one of the best places in the city to watch the sun goes down.  From there you can capture with your camera or smartphone an idyllic image of New York City. In addition is a great place to spend a great time with your family or couple.

 

Battery Park

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Battery Park is one of the most spectacular areas to watch the sunset, from there you will get a wonderful view of much of the city. This park is located in the southern tip of New York City and is a wonderful place to take original photos, as its incredible vanishing point will allow you to play with the sun and create unique images. This is a highly recommended place to take a walk and disconnect from the city.

Roosevelt Island Tramway

Roosevelt Island Tramway – Source www.scjalliance.com

When you travel by tramway you can see one of the best views in the whole East River area. During the 5-minute journey, you can take incredible pictures of the city. Remember, you don’t have a lot of time from one point to another to take pictures so carry your camera ready, so you don’t miss anything. Many people do not consider this place to go to see the sunset, but it is certainly one of the best places to do so.

Broad Channel, Queens

This neighborhood located in the Bay of Jamaica, Queens, and once a popular fishing village is a wonderful place to go and enjoy and take pictures of the sunset in New York City. The place has a very special atmosphere, it’s quiet and the most sensational thing is that you can see all of Brooklyn and Manhattan, from there both boroughs seem to float on the water. No doubt a very nice place to go to end the day.