7. The Randall’s Island Waterfront Garden

The Randall’s Island Waterfront Garden is a little-known area not too far from Manhattan. The southern part of Randall’s Island, which includes the Waterfront Garden, was originally part of Wards Island when the islands were separate. The garden provides a magnificent setting of flowers, plants, and trees with panoramic river and skyline views. Free and open to the public year-round, the Randall’s Island Park Alliance also offers guided tours by expert horticulturists.

The Randall’s Island Waterfront Garden is also home to perennial plants and flowers, which bloom at different times of year. The garden is near the East River shoreline, creating an open environment with abundant light and air.