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Heather Garden in Fort Tryon Park (Hudson views) at Heather Garden, Fort Tryon Park

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Heather Garden in Fort Tryon Park (Hudson views)

The Heather Garden is a free public terrace garden in Fort Tryon Park with restored Hudson River and Palisades views. Official NYC Parks highlight. Best in late-afternoon light or in spring and fall color; confirm posted park hours at the gate.

58°F · Clear (forecast, Manhattan)
✓ Verified Nov 10, 2026
Why this place: Free · repeats, so you can go another time · at Heather Garden, Fort Tryon Park, Manhattan · official listing on nycgovparks.org · checked Nov 10
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Daily · 6 AM–10 PM
Sundays, Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays, Saturdays · 6 AM–10 PM
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Heather Garden, Fort Tryon Park
Riverside Drive to Broadway, West 192nd Street to Dyckman Street, New York, NY
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The Heather Garden is a free public terrace garden in Fort Tryon Park with restored Hudson River and Palisades views. Official NYC Parks highlight. Best in late-afternoon light or in spring and fall color; confirm posted park hours at the gate.

Sundays, Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays, Saturdays · 6 AM–10 PM. Free. Check the official page before you go; details can change.

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