Dog park, outdoor art, outdoor performers, people watching, hot dog and ice cream carts, beauiful fountains, georgeous arch, watching the kids playing...what's not to like?!?

I lived next to it for two years and live not far away now. I think it's one of the best places in NYC. A great mix of people, always something going on, great energy. Not too commercial and not particularly touristy. Terrific place to slow down and spend a bit of time by the fountain. Between east village, west... More

If you are strolling btw West Village and Union Square area, this is a nice spot to make a brake. There are variety of street entertainment in the park, many times - performing at the same time in different corners of the park's center. There is a dog run and a playground in this park. ( celebrities often spotted in... More

There is so much history on these grounds. Did you know this was a paupers graveyard and that some 25,000 souls are still buried here? Look for the Hangman’s tree, a large English Elm, in the northwest corner of the park.

Bohemian feel still there 35 years after i lived a block away. Lovely new landscaping and plenty of benches to rest your tired feet. Oh and I love the smell of marijuana in the morning!

Fun place to sit and picnic, people watch. Buildings around area are interesting.

The Park is a great place to people watch and get some fresh air.

Overrun by students and street people, it's still fun to stroll through on a sunny day.

Nice to see artists and musicians hanging out and playing. Playground for kids, dog run too. Good place to sit and relax and watch NYC.