Gantry Plaza State Park

4-09 47th Road, Long Island City. (Open Map)
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Description

Nestled on 12 acres of riverside property facing the United Nations is a stunning park with unparalleled views of the Manhattan skyline. With its well-crafted design, including public lounge areas for relaxation, this park is a popular destination for Queens families. For those interested in a little bit of history, the restored gantries – which were operational until 1967 – serve as a reminder of the area’s past as a loading dock for rail-car floats and barges.