Wheelchair-accessible car park
Yes
Madison Square Park in New York
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Location on the map
New York, New York County, New York, US
Accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible entrance
Yes
Amenities
Good for kids
Yes
Phone: +1 212-520-7600
Site: http://www.madisonsquarepark.org/
Site: http://www.madisonsquarepark.org/
Opening hours
- Monday:6AM–11PM
- Tuesday:6AM–11PM
- Wednesday:6AM–11PM
- Thursday:6AM–11PM
- Friday:6AM–11PM
- Saturday:6AM–11PM
- Sunday:6AM–11PM
Comments (199)
Met someone nearby at Burlington. We shopped then I simply followed my nose and wandered here.. Need to accidentally get here at least once a month or more. Lots of lovely sights
Pet parents beware! We’ve been coming to this park for years and never had an issue. Apparently pets aren’t allowed on the lawn anymore. But their less than kind staff will rudely tell you otherwise.We were approached by a park personnel telling us to leave. We apologized and said we didn’t know, but they just stood over us and condescendingly told us “didn’t you see the signs? Well they’re at every park entrance.” (Image of the sign attached. We missed it while entering, but seems many others did too. Printed very small and several feet away from the actual entrance, rather than right next to it.)He then proceeded to watch us and a couple of minutes later, just as my friend stands up to leave, he marches back over and aggressively scolds at us “guess you decided to stay, huh? So you’re staying, huh?”, in a combative manor as if he was trying to incite a scene. Another friend responds that we were just leaving and he proceeds to engage with backtalk saying that he doesn’t appreciate our attitude.Ultimately, I respect park rules and someone doing their job but it’s no excuse to accost park goers. My one friend was so scared by his behavior and demeanor she threw everything in her bag including her drink which spilled.
Another NYC park you definitely need to visit. No matter what season, this park is in a very special location of NYC. Enjoy what the park offers and its surroundings.
Historic park in the Flat Iron district. Theres always lots going on with a busy dog park to entertain pooch and passers-by!Handy for 5th Avenue, Broadway, the Lego Store and Eataly.
A friend and I had dinner in the newly-renovated bar area on 20 January 2022. When I came through the revolving door, a very pleasant young woman greeted me and offered to take my jacket. She also asked me for proof of vaccination and photo ID. My guest (who had arrived minutes earlier) and I were promptly seated.This special occasion restaurant has a fixed tasting 100% vegan menu -- a larger one in the main dining room and a smaller one in the bar area -- and both come with optional wine/spirits tastings with each course.In the bar area, there were six courses plus dessert and six coordinated -- wine/spirits tastings.Importantly for a meal with so many courses, I am happy to say that my experience was well-timed and the cadence between courses was perfect.The server checked for food allergies upfront and the kitchen graciously made small changes to accommodate preferences.Of course, everything that was served was flawlessly presented, creative, and delicious. There seemed to be a different set of servers for each course and it was obvious that they each cared a lot about what they had brought to our table.The only criticism I had was that many wore masks that were flat against their face and this made it consistently difficult to hear them present and explain each course. If they had been wearing tented KN-95 masks instead, the sound would have travelled substantially better.At the end, we were each presented with a small signature bag containing a jar of house-made granola for breakfast the next morning -- which I am happy to report was delicious!
Best park in NYC! Well maintained, good surrounding shops like Eataly, Whole Foods. Perfect mix of inner city park + green space to unwind.
Always a lovely Victorian setting in which to recharge. We had a delightful conversation with the installers of the new exhibit, very spirited and interesting! It brought us out of our covid fatigue.
Beautiful park with wonderful areas to relax, a nice playground, and great views of the flatiron building and empire state building. Great place to take a break and rejuvenate!
Very calming and peaceful. Just sat and watched the local dogs frolic with their pet pals.
Great location and usually lots of dogs playing around the fountain
Great public space. Busy on weekdays. Lots of seating available. Great spot for lunch picnic and people watching.
This a familiar place to me, because back in my college days, I often used to travel on my way home by getting off from the subway and walk through this park to catch an MTA express to Wakefield, Bronx. I liked getting food from the Shake Shack (despite how somewhat pricey the food was for me).Additionally, never have I ever visited the Officer Moira Ann Smith playground during its open hours, but I would like try to visit there sometime, especially on warm and hot days, though.
Great spot to kick back and relax with picturesque views of the trees and iconic buildings surrounding the area such as Flatiron and the Empire State Building. The area is especially pleasant when accompanied by some live music.
Had a wonderful half hour visit this afternoon during my walk. Listened to avtrumpet player and watched several members if a gym team practicing their poses and skills. Fabulous to see groups of folk relaxing gathering and having fine and fun times again!
We visited during the Veterans day parade 2021. The vibe was lively. Parks could be cleaner but we always love visiting here. It’s near everything. A must visit when in the area: Eataly. MSP has no public restrooms. Eataly nearby will have everything you need including a clean bathroom!
Beautiful day, perfectly maintained park, incredible art installations!
Love this park! And currently there is the ghost forest exhibit which is very beautiful in a haunting way. Unfortunately the lawn areas were closed after sunset. But the ghost forest looks like a very peaceful place to sit.
Offbeat fact: This former cemetery still has bodies buried below. Nice oasis at an intersect of concrete canyons. Plus it has a Shake Shack. There are benches along the 23rd Street sidewalk for people watching.
An unexpected green space downtown with well kept grounds and a few defining architectural moments.
Cool little park in the middle of the city. Lots of people walking their dogs and hanging out. Neat that there is a shake shack with seating areas. There was a worker picking up trash to keep it looking nice.
It’s usually nice to place walk, sit, eating lunch or just passing by ❣️
Great neighborhood park. Clean well kept. Great place for hanging out and on certain days some good live entertainment. Home of the original Shake Shack. But the dog park is a must visit. Love meeting new pet owners especially othe dachshund owners
Small well situated park in the middle of everything. Stopped in and sat at an open bench for a little while and enjoyed the scenery and people watch. Only thing that I didn’t like was the amount of home challenged individuals laying on the benches. NYPD needs to do a better job at moving them along to a not so visited area. Other then that, thoroughly enjoyed the visit. Plenty of shops and stores to visit around the park too.
One of the more underrated parks in NYC. Or maybe not. Good seating, lots of art. Very nice people watching spot. If you are a tourist, one of the few places in NYC to take a load off and gather your wits…for free. And eating options are decent. It’s the realz NYC, at a bargain karmic price. 🤛🏽💗
Small oasis in the middle of MidTown Manhattan. Very nice space but is quite small. There are a few benches around the park and great city views from the benches. Lovely sculpture here.
Living in the middle of the city having this lovely park is heaven sent. Needless to say, Archer (the pup) is also a fan. There’s tons of benches, the summer is great for hanging out on the lawn. Shack shake is awesome & the dog park is cool too. It’s a nice ‘oasis’ for us.
Very nice area. The park ist very alive and feels save
Another beautiful NYC park you must visit
Its a lovely park with seats and tables. The competition to find a seat with a table though is hard at certain hours. The shakeshak there was also pretty good, very popular location with a long line. Cookies and cream shake was worth it. Parks wifi requires lots of patience for pages to load on a laptop. Over all, its still a lovely place to sit, study, and catch up with friends. Oh and the rain smell is my favorite part 😍 😌.
A fantastic, bustling little island with lots of sun and great food places around.
One of the best parks in the city to unwind and enjoy a Gelato from Eataly in the summer days or a cup of coffee in the Fall.
Very nice park surrounded by historic buildings such as flatiron building.
Lovely park with great landscaping.
One of the most popular parks in midtown esp for tourists to visit, its surrounded by so many places to eat and shop, Want to enjoy the night out? Jay Zs club 40/40 is 1or 2 blocks away from the park, its one of my favorite parks to chill and enjoy either by yourself or with friends, family or colleagues during lunch.
A small but beautiful park. The hydrangeas are incredible in mid-June and the park provides great views of beautiful nearby buildings.
Nice park with lots of toddlers running around. Plenty of dogs being walked about on a leash . Older kids taking lessons in martial arts. Adults taking boxing lessons. And couples sitting together. Plenty of seats available for relaxing. I always enjoy my time here.
Love this park, beautiful with scenic views and lots of trees and benches. Great place to relax for a bit or to sit and eat lunch
I worked nearby for a decade. A regular walking spot when I needed to clear my head during a break. Also a favorite lunch spot w/colleagues. Often there are public art installations on display as was the case today, where I got to see Maya Lin’s Ghost Forest.
A small yet relaxing park.Feel free to bring a picnic blanket and some food to sit around the lawn!There are enough benches for seating, although they get occupied pretty quickly during peak hours.
Nice Park with view to the Empire state Building but grass closed for the season
Great place to be in good weather. Can get busy.
Lawns are currently closed, but my son loves this park. Features a dog park that is well-secured and fun to watch. Close to everything. Green and well-maintained.
Had lunch at a Lebanese restaurant. Good food . Enjoyment assured Later on had extensive walk around Madison Square Park. From 5 Avenue end toFlatiron building then Park avenue returning to East 28 st. An aura of great feeling. Worth the outing.
A favorite city park. Plenty of seating, public art, and a Shake Shack!Madison Square is full of history. If you’re interested, read “A Block in Time” by Christiane Bird which covers the 300-year history of this area in incredible detail.
A great park with a lot of action. They sell beers and other booze nearby that you can bring into the park. Lots of young people, impromptu jazz concerts, a dog park, and views of historic Manhattan buildings. This picture was during the Ghost Forest art exhibit
Views of the Empire State Building, Chrysler Building, and Flat Iron building. Always a park bench available for sitting and enjoying the tree covered landscape. Also has shake shack.
Park was very lovely. I enjoy my morning stroll watching the birds and squirrels.
Lovely bit of greenery in the concrete jungle of New York
Wonderful park which often features art installations. Currently it is Maya Lins Ghost Forest.
Family-friendly, pet-friendly way to enjoy the best NYC has to offer.
Great people watching park. Had to wait there til was time to do the Harry Potter store 2 blocks away. An hour well spent.
Small little park in the city with great views. Very centrally located and easy to access. The views of the Empire State is spectacular and the walk to Korea town is very short. It’s also about 15-20 minutes walking from Times Square. Got some take out and had a little picnic at the chairs
The first Shake shack is there, next to Eataly, view of flat iron, a fountain and chill park to hang out
A nice peaceful place in the center for the city with lots of trees
It was a nice small park. Has music playing, seats around the area, Shake Shack if you want a treat, and a few pigeons waiting for dropped food.
Till Nov 2021, when you come to the Madison Square Garden, you will find this stark group of trees amidst the park’s lush greenery, like ruffled hair sticking out on a pristine haircut. It is a beautiful exhibit sure to draw your attention. Impacts you immediately. Well placed and well done to the artist and park. Thank you for reminding us about the thread that binds us all and why we have to protect it - nature.
Beautiful park! I had a great time hanging out here with my best friend. Lots of nice sights to see, and landmarks. You can see the Empire State Building nearby too. Wonderful place for locals and tourists. Highly recommend!
Plenty of benches and grassy spots to sit. A playground for kids and a leash free dog park. Great area!
This is literally my favorite area in NYC. There is so much going on that you can come here everyday and see a new store. The park is GORGEOUS and always well kept. Theres food inside and outside of the park. I love going to Eatly across the street, getting food, and having a picnic at the park! The fountains are so pretty and the flowers are colorful and beautiful as well. I always stop here on my trips to NYC. Definitely a must see!
Nice place to visit for some relaxation from the busy city
MSP is a wonderful oasis in a bustling area. Great for kids. dog run, and peace. We do our Tai Chi and Qigong exercises near Shake Shack M - F from 8 - 9. Feel free to join us doing the Micro-Tiger Form. Photo of the desk/tree artist and his dog at MSP art installation 2022
Beautiful in the spring/summer time! Lots of benches to admire nature. Shake shack is also located here if you want a bite. Many other food places close by too. Dog park is also here.
Pretty park in the middle of some iconic buildings!
Some little Park. Cute Dog Run. There is a Shake Shack place to eat and table for other food.
A cute little park right next to Koreatown. Nice to walk around in and get reconnected with some greenery as a reprieve from the concrete jungle!
Always love this park. I always walk pass or sometime stop by having my early dinner there that I get from somewhere else or shack burger 🍔! 😍
Five stars for the changes in this park over the last decades. It was a rundown and seedy hangout for dealers and the homeless and now its a handsome, welcoming place to sit and enjoy noble trees and connect with the revived Flatiron district and its eating place scene. Maya Lins cautionary exhibition is on now.
I love this park. I used to live nearby and would come here all summer. The trees are beautiful and offer a good amount of shade. There are art installations that are put up on the lawn. The lawn is open for the summer but is usually closed the rest of the year. There is also a little dog park which is great for watching dogs. There are also a pretty good amount of benches.
Plenty of variety of trees, plants, people, and seating. A little construction going on on north west side. Don’t miss visiting Eataly that is across the street on the west side following your time in the park.
Medium park, you have the area foryour dogs, kidds, surrounded by beautiful flowers and different restaurants to eat. You can also see the top of empires state building from the park.
Im near this park daily. Nice spot for a sit or walk. Almost always a seat available, even during peak park hours. Art installation in the center changes pretty often to keep it variable. Would be a good spot for a group meetup. Near a ton of connecting subway stops.
I love sitting here. Great for people/dog watching. A popular spot to sit and eat lunch
Nice and calm little park in the middle of all the activity in NYC. Very shady. Has a dog park and playground.
Great vibrant park with lots going on to see. There was lots of live music and performers hanging out on the day we went. Big open areas of grass for picnics and sunbathing too. There are some public toilets and benches too sit on to enjoy the atmosphere. There’s also a place to let your dog run about and play.
Nice place to enjoy the day out while the sun is out. Good place to meet up with friends and listen to the occasional music plays or take kids out to the playground. Though keep in mind that the epidemic is still out and about, so wear masks and other precautions.
Whats not to like about a park in the middle of a city? Beautifully landscaped, always something going on and a great escape overall
Nice park, cool squirrels. Awesome buildings around make it a picturesque place to hang out. The Shake Shack does awesome burgers & beer with plenty of outdoor seating. Small dog park on one side.
Its a nice park. Apparently, the band that I saw from my last visit liked it too.
Such a lovely park during all the seasons. During the holidays, its dressed up in festive lights which is such a treat for the eyes.
Fantastic park!!! My kids played for hours in this park!!It’s gated has water fountains water for the kids to splash in and lots of kids to play with.There are no public restrooms at this park.I even think there were Police patrolling this area... I can’t really remember because we went to a lot of parks this day. ‘Park hopping’ if you will.
Bad guys last forever, but love never dies was just one quote etched on the tree in the dog park, conspicuously signed TS quite close to wear a certain pop sensation lives, before the surrounding tree bark was rubbed out, perhaps by a stingy anti-fan. The park is a welcome daily escape for the usual run of joyous canines that come. The pups all recognize each other and greet each other with hearts bursting with love, and the owners briefly greet each other too. A picture of a man reading by the tree, normally a memorial to many deceased dogs whose names are engraved on it, went viral, after someone noted that the great white dog behind the man appeared to be more interested in reading his book than in playing with the other dogs.
Lovely family friendly little park in the middle of one of the finest city of the world. Easy access from subway, bus and many entrance to get in. Hear the music, watch performance sometimes, and grub a sandwich from the Shake Shack.
Not exactly a tourist destination, but a lovely little urban park well worth spending some time in if staying nearby 🙂.
Excellent park with dog run and extra section for small breeds, a Shake-Shack and plenty of seats to do lunch outdoors. Soothing fountain and weekend activities abound, on the corner of the Flatiron Triangle and next to iconic Metropolitan Life Building. Landmark flagstaff and statue of James Madison, 4th President of the U.S.
Small park with chairs and seats to sit down. Lots of nearby attractions such as eataly and the original shake shack.
The Madison Square Park is a place which I visited just for fun, I never knew that this park would not be an ordinary park. It has been designed in such a way that every corner gives a different sound therapy. Different time of the day also matters. Its a place where I found the original New Yorkers and I was the only tourist. I waited this place during the night at first as it was the closest green patch near me and honestly it was worth the visit. There is also a cafe where I ate a sweet dish which just melted in my mouth as soon as I took the bite.Early morning walks or the late night ones are amazing.
Nice to have a bit of greenery amongst the tall buildings, but it is very small and underwhelming- to the point where I actually missed it! The grass areas are closed off for the season- so I assume thats all winter as I was here in late December. There are a couple of stands nearby to buy food and relax whilst taking in the views.
This park has great views of the Flatiron Building from the southern edge of the park. There’s also a two dog parks! One for little dogs like dachshunds and corgis, and one for big dogs like bull dogs and golden retrievers. Great pupper watching! Also, we were there in April and saw some freshly planted flowers 💐 and some budding trees. It made for a beautiful scene!
The park is the best greenery At the flatiron district ,there is the original ShakeShack with the very long Wait line on weekdays, the huge dogrun is so crowded especially in the weekend,the public seat on the 26th are quiet better to sit back not very crowded like Broadway side
You feel great here. oasis in the stone jungle
A really lovely place, definitely one of my favorite parks in the city. After Central Park, even for its size, Madison square is one of my favorites. Especially great for walking with kids or dogs. Great dog friendly area with specific dog area.
Very crowed it changed in way they trying to make for tourist its alright this my city were would I be love 💘America united States in God we trust..
Had me up in the AM catching an express bus to the BX. The park staff is helpful and informative too.
Great Park! Plenty of benches and seating areas, even during peak times. The OG Shake Shack is here, so thats what drives a lot of the foot traffic. But on the other side there is a playground for kids, nice plants and statues, and a gorgeous fountain. I love being able to come out here and eat on my lunch break!
Wonderful park, feels like a friendly neighborhood spot.
This park has plenty of shade as well as benches for sitting. The two fountains that are where the foundation of the World Trade Centers Towers used to be are fully completed, and incredible to take in. The whole park has the smell of water which is very refreshing, and relaxing to sit ,and admire the architecture.
Its a park. Would be 5 stars if there wasnt so much fenced off stuff and if the random construction stuff was gone. Shake Shack shouldnt be in here, but somehow money or something???
This is a really cool park. The park is really close to the Triangle Building. There is the original Shake Shack, they have a dog park, and a playground for kids. Overall, the park is a staple of the park. Lastly, is near the N and R train.
A beautiful park to wind down and take a nice stroll in. Lots of squirrels to watch. We were in NYC for the Pride Parade, and they had some flowers in the park coloured in the colours of the rainbow flag and other LGBTQ flags 💜
Very nice park.
Very nice and square with a lot tall buildings surround it. I saw a lot of tourists with professional cameras. I always stop by when I had chance. I really enjoy the Herald square park, the Madison square park, the Union square park then the Washington square park. Love them all.
Nice and cosy green area in the middle of New York. Not that crowded, good to unwind. Definitely a must see!Also at night it is nice to walk here. The park itself is surrounded with several good restaurants.Somehow it feels spacious here and you have room to breath so to say. The distance to Empire State is roughly one mile which is a easy walking distance and it gives you the opportunity To straw on 5th or 6th Avenue as well.Definitely a recommendation to walk over here and enjoy your lunch here in one of the restaurants rather than doing this around Empire State.
Another great park in NYC. A great place to stop, rest and eat at the first Shake Shack stand.
Great little dog park.
Small, clean and very nice park, ideal for taking a stroll alone, with kids or dogs. Has a small playground with swings and run around maze with slides, another one with sand to do some digging😊 a really nice water fountain, benches all along so you can rest, a beautiful canopy thank to the tall trees that host many extremely friendly squirrels, birds and pigeons that would allow you to feed them. If you feel hungry just cross the street to get a refreshment or a delicious treat or tasty dishes from an international variarity offered by the food stands with outdoors sitting to comfortably enjoy your meal.
A lovely lively square
Beautiful park in New York City. Great for kids they have an area for children. Beautiful green space with nice views of sorrounding buildings.
Great place to bring lunch and a good book! And there’s always an interesting art installation to explore.
One of the nicest parks in NYC. its a pleasure to come here and sit and watch the world go by. Nice view of the Flatiron Building and the surrounding area is fairly tourist free
I love my local park! Great dog area, playground for kids, and the original Shake Shack (pro tip: their website has a live feed showing how long the line is). The grass is closed at certain times but there are always benches to sit on instead, and there’s always some kind of public art installation.
Probably takes first ace in my NYC park choices now. Loved it! So peaceful, great sights.
Love the iconic park in the iconic neighborhood near fifth avenue and the famous flat Iron building and district.
PROS: Very nice looking park, indeed. It has fields to relax on, a dog park, a childrens park, a memorial of I believe Washington, a shake shack restaurant, and a beautiful fountain on the side of it. Its located in the heart of the Flatiron district making it a hot tourist attraction.CONS: The place has no ports john bathrooms and the crime there rises at night. Youre almost never allowed on the lawn and the people there tend to be rudeOVERALL: Nice spot to go to and to sight see, especially the Flatiron building. Just make sure you dont make eye contact with anyone and youre fine
Recharge your zen at this oasis within the asphalt rat race which is Manhattan! This compact park offers some respite on comfortable benches (some inscribed with donors’ names and epigraphs). There is a fountain, statuary, ShakeShack and a playground (these last three with their own reviews on Google’s Maps). The Flatiron building points at this park’s southern tip. Mind you that at first glance the park may appear untidy since no leaves have been raked, but that is actually a measure to improve the park’s ecology.
Nice place to take brake between the skyscrapers. The dog park is place where you can find pets and pet lovers enjoying.
This park is small and beautiful. Wonderful foliage & statues. Maya Lin has an art installation in the park called Ghost Forest. Theres a Shake Shack where you can get food & tables & chairs to sit on to eat & drink. Very nice park to visit.
It went quick! I passed by this Mexican Restaurant, and I saw that they advertised Margarita 🍹 $5... only Wednesday - Sunday....I was on my way back to take the train 🚆 and I saw some people getting ready with the tables outside and I decided to try my good luck and I asked them, if they could serve me just a Margarita, off course they told me yes we can! BUT you need to seat! In a super nice way! She said come on! And so I did try Margarita on the rocks with salt and tajin 😊 I promised Daysi that I will be back with friends to enjoy their food and OFF COURSE their margaritas for just $5...It was super refreshing!
One my favorite parks in nyc. There is always some art exhibition in the middle. Some grass to sit on. Tons of benches and the original Shake Shack sits right there. You heard right! The original one it’s actually outside. There is great Indian food near by in curry hill, eatly next door, a couple trains the F is not too much a walk from it. It was always a spot to eat lunch, especially if you work near by.
Lovely park in downtown Manhattan …The grass looks greener from far but the benches are comfy as well
Beautiful park with areas to sit and have a meal and soak up some sunshine!!
Beautiful and clean park. A little slice of serene tranquility. A great place to just lay and relax or have a pic nic.
A corner of quiet, peace and nature in a busy area of Manhattan. Most enjoyable to take a break, have a drink and read a book.
Beautiful relaxing place! the only downside are smelly trash bags along some of the streets
Great place to sit and listen to sounds of the City and watch some very playful squirrels.
I used to go to this park with my friends back in middle school. It was The park to go to. I had honestly forgotten about it, until I found it again while working nearby. Its as beautiful and peaceful as I remember it, just more than before. This park is very well taken care of, in my opinion. And I cant wait to go back and enjoy the peace again 😌
What a place contained a dog park and in and out burger smack dab in the middle of the hustle and bustle of NY with the iron building just off to the side. Phenomenal place to chill with a coffee and company.
We try and go visit Madison Square Park whenever were visiting the area. My daughter loves the tire swing and the slide. I love the multiple benches and tables!Also, it is very close to the Lego store, which might be a bonus or a great detraction, depending on the day!
Beautiful. Peaceful. A great place to relax in the middle of the city.
Beautiful well maintained park in the middle of New York City. lot’s of different plants and flowers. Great place to enjoy nature.
Its always a pleasure to walk through the many parks throughout NYC, but this little slice of heaven in the middle of the Big Apple holds a special place I my heart.
Stopped by and had a seat and passed time, peacefully, on Thanksgiving while waiting for my next event to start. This park is in a great location and surprisingly quiet seeing as youre right on top of a subway, in front of the Flat Iron building and a busy intersection. Check it out and sit by the fountains or grab some Shake Shack
Loved it... The two towers are awesome with flatron building beside. The park is awesome during the summer and it haunts you during winter. Fall is the best season to enjoy for perfect photoshoot sessions and other fun activities. You can find food trucks around during summer. This place is lit with different lights during Christmas 😍
I really like the location, as it is close to many stores. It has a great ambience, very chill. Shake shack on the park is very helpful when looking for food.During spring/summer/fall I like to sit and watch the groups of people listening to the live band or having fun with dogs and kids. It’s a nice place to recharge
Cute little park with lots of benches, cute fountain and a few food vendors near by. Great place to come enjoy your coffee, meet a friend or just sit and relax.
If you are looking for a delightful weekday respite, then nuzzle up to this cozy piece of greenery. There is so much to look at while you squeeze the grass between your piggies. If youre lucky, you might witness some geriatric tai-chi.
The place has quire a few swings etc for kids. Upkeep is satisfactory. Will be more useful to kids if a sift turf is laid for them to do more activities.
My favorite park to stroll and read at. So many dogs at the dog park
Nothing like a nice sit or stroll away from the desk: chill vibes, sometimes music, and plenty to eat, drink and do nearby 👌🏾
Very nice. Trees 🌳 were amazing. Lots space to lie down and sit.
I love coming to Madison Square Park, they always have some cool art installations.This park is great for its location. Its near the Flat Iron Building and is a short walk from the Empire State Building.I always enjoy sitting near the dog run and watch all the different types of dogs that get to enjoy the park too. There are many Squirrels in the park and I spotted a couple of reddish/brown grey squirrels. I have never seen them in this color!! They were all very inquisitive and looking for handouts. I would be careful hand feeding them as they are wild animals but every person I saw feeding them nuts enjoyed it and the squirrels were gentle in taking the nuts from their hands, but still... be careful!At the southern end of the park is a Shake Shack. Yes, theres a Shack Shack right in the park. I havent eaten at this Shake Shack yet as it is always busy and I dont feel like waiting :) I am assuming their food is really good because people keep coming back.West of the park is the Flat Iron building, one of New York Citys most iconic buildings. Enjoy the views. It is quite stunning.Overall Madison Square Park is a small New York City park but it has a lot of charm and its clean. I always stop by when I am in the area.
Great posh park. Has a nice doggy park with heaps of space. Pond is drained in winter, but the space is still good. There’s a shake shack in the southern end.
Nice place to take a break in the middle of the day
The Flatiron Building was designed by Chicagos Daniel Burnham as a steel-frame skyscraper clad in white terra-cotta. At 21 stories and 307 ft (93 meters), it was one of the citys tallest buildings. It was not - as is often incorrectly thought - the tallest building in the world or even the tallest building in New York (these titles belonged to the Park Row Building, built in 1899), but its singular shape and prominent location soon made it one of New York Citys most famous landmarks.The building probably featured on more postcards than any other building of its time. The whole area, the Flatiron district, was even named after the building. Flatiron BuildingFront view of the Flatiron BuildingFlatiron Building Originally the Flatiron Building featured an observation deck on the top floor, but taller buildings have taken over this function. It is still, however, a popular tourist attraction, and one of the most photographed landmarks in New York.
What a nice oasis! It’s a really nice break from the busy city. A beautiful green space. There was a concert here once when we stopped by, and it was just a nice place to sit and catch our breath for a few. There is also a dog park, and dog watching was entertaining. :)
Great place to sit, chill, eat food, see lots of fluffies bounding in the dog park and check out the rotating art work.
My workplace used to be on 27th St so Madison Square was a good place to blow out some steam before getting back to business as usual in New York watching people and tourist walking up and down, the dogs set free on their playground or the occasional work of art displayed on the lawn.
This is one of my happy places!Shake shack is at the entrance and the view is abasing!
Convenient place to come sit and enjoy some free WIFI as you take in the city. I discovered this park after visiting Shake Shack and it has always been a highlight of my day.Whether youve come for the colorful foliage, playground, or its large grassy area youll always be amazed by the sights youll see. The Flatiron building, Eataly, and beautiful mom and pop shops decorate the vicinity adding to that authentic New York flavor.Youll encounter a diverse crowd of locals and visitors enjoying the park as they read books, check emails, or eat some fast food on the go. Its been an integral part of a New Yorkers day for the last 150 years and I can see why. Its worth a visit next time youre in the area. Just wish it was a little bit bigger.
Parks are my go to places in big cities and this one did not dissapoint. Beautifully green and quite peaceful, even filled with locals and tourists alike.
This is my favorite park in all of the city. Its super underrated. There are always events happening here and art installations. Yearly, there are different parades that start here. There are also concerts that take place on Madison every so often. I also love bringing my dog to the dog park. Standing in this park is really beautiful because there are so many beautiful buildings to look at.If you do a 360 degree turn you can see the Empire State Building, the Flat Iron building, Broadway, Madison Tower, Metlife building, New York Life Building, Credit Suisse, and more.There is also a Shake Shack here with a queue you can never know the length of. You can sit on a bench and eat or there are tables there to sit at. Just make sure the weather is tolerable before making the commitment.The only reason it didnt get 5 stars is because you cant really go sit in the grass because they keep it fenced off to protect from be trampled. Sometimes in the summer they open the grass, but the dog park is a small win!
Nice green space and always lively. If you want a place to relax in quiet this is not the place to go.
Grt place at the centre of the city , has kids play area and also for dogs .Located at the centre of the city opposite to flatrion building .Food joint shake shack located in the park itself. Nice place to hangout on leisure time
Nice park for animal lovers: a fenced area for dogs and a population of squirrels, which are larger than their North European relatives. In addition they are very tame, extremely pampered and somewhat overweight.
Wonderful place to sit out and take in the sights of the city
Nice, peaceful spot to rest during our adventures in NY. Coming from Virginia for the weekend, weather, atmosphere really pleasant.
Always a a lovely place to stop by even in passing with nice art exhibits such as these. The details of the art exhibit is the brochure I included.
Comfortable small park in a high traffic area that I can appreciate on my lunch breaks 🙂
Lovely place to sit and watch. Flat Iron Building in front of you, art around you and round the corner the best fast slow food ever ESSEN, I would highly recommend it!
Many skyscrapers view from Madison Square Park in New York City. I love my neighborhood.
Nice Park to break up the city. Great to see so many dogs enjoying the dog park.
Opposite the Flatiron Building is this peaceful hidden gem. A beautiful little park hiding art. A great, clean, well maintained peaceful park, probably overlooked. Some great alternative views of the city. Give this park some of your time. You won’t be disappointed.
An oasis of green in this part of town. Pleasant place to hang, work out or eat.
Nice park with a fun playground for the kids. Fenced in for good safe fun.
Theres nothing like grabbing some Shake Shack and enjoying a cool summer evening at this park. If you really want the full experience... skip the tables and chairs. Bring a blanket and make it a picnic. Theres also a playground, a dog park, art installations and great photo opportunities of The Clock Tower, The Flat Iron and other iconic buildings. Not to mention the many nearby places to eat, shop and play. Its a great starting or ending point to a good day.
Theres a lot of beautiful greenery here and loads of seats. Its a bit noisy during the day but thats to be expected in New York
I never knew a patch of grass can be so enchanting to so many people everyone want to be outside and I can understand why
Nice and Beautiful Park to seat Down and Take a Break of Life, breath Pure Air and in Harmony with Nature.
Such a nice place to come relax. Took my puppy to the small dog run and it was perfect for him. Always clean and full of fun people to watch :)
Never been much of a fan of that city nothing against it just way too many people makes me all itchy like I need to go run out in the woods disappear into the Oakbrush been there once I don’t know if I’d ever go back unless it was maybe for a basketball game but I would fly in and fly out as soon as it was over unless there were some deer hunt to do in upper state
Probably one of the more awesome parks in the city, you have views of the WTC and the ESB. The arch is also spectacular and its in a great part of town. Very lively and a good place to sit and reflect.
Nice little park to sit, chill and watch people walk their dogs
An unforgettable meal shared with a dear friend. The one aspect of eating here that was not perfect was the parity that I felt lacking in the meal for those with restrictions. I have eaten at other Michelin ranked restaurants and have always felt that I was not short changed when it came to my meal (vegetarian and gluten free) - unfortunately I did leave with a feeling that I did not get the culinary excellence I expected at what is the number one restaurant in North America.
It was a dream come true, my favorite site was the location were the movie John Wick was shot!. Definitely
Nice and cozy park at the middle of a huge city like Manhattan. Lots of squirrels.
Fun park to walk around, there is a playground area for kids, plenty of different stores and places to eat around the park, there is a Whole Foods right in front, as well as stores such as DSW, there is a Barnes and Noble store on the other end of the park and the Irving Plaza is a block away....
Great view of the Flatiron building from this park. Madison Square Park was very nice to spend time and relax. Also cool views of the empire state building from this park.
Situated in the Flat Iron district, which is known for its uniquely shaped buildings. Good eateries here include Eataly. A few blocks away from the Empire State building. There is a nice dog park here with dividers for small and big dogs. What a great idea.
It was wonderful, it has a large puppy field and a smart playground for kids.
Nice small park near the Flatiron building with a great view and often there is an art exhibit to experience too. Bonus is the Shake Shack in the south end of the park so you can enjoy the park as you snack and look at the Flatiron building. Popular location with the Instagrammers too :)
This park always have cool art installations. It is cool at any seasons.
Beautiful park. They have a mini dog park and a water fountain. They also have some nature art exhibitions plus some jazz musicians playing lovely music. The only down side is the lack of social distancing and people willingly crowded in certain spots.
An oasis of picnics, grass, trees, birds, and fresh air in the smack middle of midtown. With a dog park and refreshment kiosk.
A perfect place to stop, rest and relax after a long walk. Eventhough the Dhake Shack keeps the place busy, it doesnt feel crowded. Love the view of the Flatiron from there.
A cool place to walk, rest and enjoy the fresh and delicious products the days of the farmers market. Its also great for street photography.
Good place to sit, rest & watch people, birds, dogs. Flat Iron Building too !
Lovely place to take your kids and grab a bite or drink, so peaceful and relaxing
A beautiful and calm place. Perfect to walk with yours kids (has a playground), your dog ou just walk around.
A quiet oasis in the cityA nice place to relax, to have a drink and a snack, to meet people.I am here whenever possible...
Love the park, especially in the winter
Total reviews rating 4.6
199 Reviews for Madison Square Park 2023:
Review №1
2022-05-08A very peaceful place, perfect for taking some rest, talking with friends or just enjoying the weather ! Even when the trees havent bloomed yet, the view is still so pretty. There is also a spot for dogs and it always is cute to watch them play together!
Review №2
2022-06-06Lovely park in the heart of Manhattan. Perfect to catch a breather during a warm summer day or to sit down and read for a while. It’s close to many sights so also a great spot for tourists to visit.Bonus: has a doggy park with lots of cute dogs running around.
Review №3
2021-12-14Amazing Park. Great location in busy Manhattan!Visited during holiday season and the park was Decorated with Christmas Tree and lighting. JUST SPLENDID.The Ambience is awesome. Its an Urban oasis, plenty of seating area, calm and quite.Visit without fail!
Review №4
2022-04-23Nice park with a great view on the flatiron building (although it was covered due to construction works). The cherry blossoms in April look beautiful and give this small park a really nice touch.
Review №5
2021-11-29Stunning park. One of our favourite spots in NYC. Truly an urban oasis - you feel away from the bustle of the city, even when the park is busy. Feels strange to look up at the Empire State Building from here. In a perfect location next to Flatiron and by Fifth Av/Broadway. Seeing all the dogs in the dog run felt magical - we tried to go every morning during our trip. Plenty of seating and bins, and theres a fountain, a few statues and a grove area that felt like a woodland too. Clearly a lot of effort goes into maintaining this park. Visit even if youre not staying nearby!
Review №6
2022-04-17Short: Park and the flat iron building - nice place to catch a breath while running around the cityLong: Was not one of the biggest highlights on my list but still a nice intermezzo to catch a breath. Some nice restaurants, the well known Madison park (partially closed while we were there unfortunately) and the famous flat iron building. Its not so easy to photograph as you stand quite close to it and therefore easily get those falling lines (building seems to tumble over), Id rather step back and do a panorama as in my attached image.
Review №7
2022-05-17Beautiful urban park. Enjoy the greenery, the people, and the odd juxtaposition of the sounds of nature and the sounds of people and machines.The dog park is coming soon!
Review №8
2022-04-07I love this park. Its near my office and its wonderful for an after lunch walk. Theres always an interesting seasonal art installation. The dog park is fun to just sit and watch the dogs 🐕 running.
Review №9
2022-04-20Pretty decent park, not too spacious but there are some lawn options. Pro tip, get Di di pork dumplings nearby 😇 yummy.Noise wise it’s pretty chill too, for being such a small park surrounded by streets the traffic noise isn’t too wild surprisingly. Nearby transit options. Not a lot of sunny spots due to the amount of trees and buildings (depends on time of day).
Review №10
2022-06-08A nice little park to have some fun and break. I can tell all the dogs love the dog playing area. Enjoyed my 15 minutes break there.