Fort Tryon Park
Fort Tryon Park offers some spectacular views from one of the highest points in New York City
Located in Washington Heights, Fort Tryon Park is one of the highest points in New York City, sitting on top of a rugged ridgeline once inhabited by the Wiechquaesgeck Indians. The park was an auxiliary site for the American soldiers during the Battle of Fort Washington in November 1776 and was named after Sir William Tyron, the last British governor of New York after the British victory.
Carefully designed, Fort Tryon Park's verandas and pathways disappear into the wooden slopes to preserve the uninhabited feeling of the open areas and the commanding views of the New York City skyline, Hudson River, George Washington Bridge and Palisades.
The entire Fort Tryon Park consists of several formal gardens, children's play areas, walking trails and a diverse catalogue of recreational and entertainment programs. One of the most noteworthy sections is the newly revitalised, 3 acre Alpine Garden with stone staircases traversing the slopes down to Broadway. Glacial striations and other geological evidence of the last Ice Age can be observed in the natural rock formation as you descend.
Since 1938, Fort Tryon Park has been home to The Cloisters, an annex of the Metropolitan Museum of Art, which exhibits approximately 3,000 works of European art dating from the third to ninth centuries. The Cloisters is constructed from sections of medieval French monasteries disassembled brick by brick and shipped to New York between 1934 and 1938 and reassembled in Fort Tryon Park. The grounds surrounding the museum are landscaped with cloistered gardens planted utilising the same horticultural techniques used in the Middle Ages.
Nearby attractions include: The Cloisters, Bronx Zoo, New York Botanical Garden and Yankee Stadium
Facts For Your Visit
Fee: NoFort Tryon Park Hours:
Opening hours may differ on holidays
- Monday: 6:00 AM – 1:00 AM
- Tuesday: 6:00 AM – 1:00 AM
- Wednesday: 6:00 AM – 1:00 AM
- Thursday: 6:00 AM – 1:00 AM
- Friday: 6:00 AM – 1:00 AM
- Saturday: 6:00 AM – 1:00 AM
- Sunday: 6:00 AM – 1:00 AM
Address: Riverside, Dr To Broadway, New York, NY 10040, USA
Phone: (212) 795-1388
Official Website: Fort Tryon Park
Fort Tryon Park Reviews
Rated out of 5
I absolutely love Tryon Park. The views are stunning, whether you’re gazing at the sunset over the bridge or spotting a cute robin perched nearby. It’s the perfect spot for a laid-back picnic or a peaceful walk surrounded by nature. A little slice of calm right in the city.
Svitlana Tuboleva - a month ago
Absolutely not to be missed! The volume and variety of artifacts on display, in the setting they are displayed in (a replica of a Medieval Cloister/Abby built in the 1930’s) is extraordinary. Also, the docent guided tours are worth the wait!
Sam Ciraulo - a week ago
Such a beautiful park alongside the Hudson River, in upper Manhattan. Gorgeous sunsets and spectacular sunrises. Don't miss experiencing Fort Tryon Park and catch the moment with amazing background for all your NYC memories.
Robert Pelzer - in the last week
Walked around the park for a few hours and walked on the sea side route. It was very scenic and you could see the Hudson River for miles. Not that much people since the park is so vast. Also very easy to access because of the A train station near the entrance of the park. Great park would recommend.
crabby mcpatty - 4 months ago
Beautiful grounds with well-kept paths most of which are paved. There are steps on a lot of the paths going up hills which offer the option for a workout but they also have many places to sit and rest in between. There's also a dog park along one of the paths for our furry friends. Definitely worth checking out and meandering around especially in good weather.
Melanie Haydon - 3 months ago
Directions
| Subway Line | Nearest Station | Walking Time |
|---|---|---|
| A | 190th Street | 3 minutes |
How to get to Fort Tryon Park by Subway
Take the A train to 190th Street, head north on Fort Washington Avenue, bear slightly right onto Margaret Corbin Drive at the park's entrance.
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