Little Island
New York City, New York, US
Little Island is a public park perched on stilts at Pier 55 along the Hudson River in New York City. Its landscaped hills, gardens and open‑air performance spaces give visitors a rare blend of urban skyline, water views and curated greenery in the heart of Manhattan.
Why choose Little Island
When you wander its winding paths you get a quiet escape that feels far from the city’s hustle, while still hearing the river and distant traffic. No other Manhattan spot combines a park’s intimacy with dramatic riverfront vistas the way Little Island does.
Best for: Photography · Couples · First-timers · Architecture
Start your Hudson River walk here
Begin at Little Island, then stroll to nearby attractions for a relaxed half‑day exploring the waterfront and Chelsea.
- Morning — Little Island
- 11:00 — The High Line
- Afternoon — Chelsea Market
Visit tips
- Enter from the west side to avoid the midday crowd at the main entrance.
- Grab a seat on the western hill for the best Hudson River sunset view.
- Arrive early morning to enjoy cooler temps and fewer crowds.
- Allow at least 1.5 hours to explore the hills, gardens and any scheduled performances.
Plan your visit
- Recommended duration: 1.5–2 hours
- Best time of day: Early morning, before 9:00
- Hours: 06:00–00:00
- Category: attraction
- Rated 4.7 by 17478 reviewers
- Tags: river views, urban oasis, performance space, photo friendly
Nearby attractions
- The High Line — attraction, 10 min walk
- Chelsea Market — attraction, 4 min walk
- Edge NYC — attraction, 19 min walk
- Vessel — attraction, 19 min walk
- Whitney Museum of American Art — attraction, 4 min walk
- Museum of Illusions - New York — attraction, 8 min walk
More things to do in New York City
- Central Park
- Times Square
- Rockefeller Center
- Empire State Building
- 9/11 Memorial & Museum
- Top of The Rock
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