Central Park is by far New York City’s most famous park but the one thing you fill that there are these hidden parks that dot the city. Paley Park is one of them. Paley Park is located at 3 East 53rd Street between 5th and Madison Avenues.
What makes this pocket park stand out is the waterfall backdrop designed by landscape architectural firm of Zion & Breen. Along with providing a beautiful scene, the waterfall actually creates a backdrop of grey noise to mask the sounds of the city. It really does allow New Yorkers and visitors alike a place of serenity in the hustle and bustle of Midtown. And who was Paley. The park is named for William S. Paley who founded the CBS network.
Paley Park
3 East 53rd Street between 5th and Madison Avenues
The park is walking distance from Rockefeller Center so it’s a nice place to pick up lunch and take a break.
Do you have a favorite park in your city?
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We only had a weekend in New York on our last visit. Wish we had more time to explore places like this park.
That is gorgeous. I will have to check it out the next time I am down that way.
That is cool, I’ll have to remember this for my next visit!
I want one in my backyard. Looks divine.
What a nice place to sit in the middle of the city!!
Thanks for sharing .
that looks so relaxing, too cool a waterfall in the middle of the city
I happened upon this hidden park last year on a visit to NYC, it is lovely indeed.
Wow! To find this in the midst of the City is amazing…so peaceful.
lovely spot! will try to check it out on my next trip to NYC :D…cheers from Indonesia…