YOUR NEXT GOOD PLAN
Gantry Plaza skyline and restored gantries
QueensYear-round · check access hoursFree outdoor access · optional purchases extra

Midtown looks different from this shore.
The plan
Walk the park’s four piers and see the restored industrial gantries with the Manhattan skyline across the river. Gardens and seating make lingering easy.
Before you go
Cooking and grills are prohibited; follow posted pier rules.
Location: Gantry Plaza State Park, Long Island City
Source checked: 2026-10-09. Hours, pricing, availability, and outdoor conditions can change. Confirm details with the organizer.