Greenacre Park is one of The 15 Best Places for Waterfalls in New York City.

1. Greenacre Park

9.0
217 E 51st St (btwn 2nd & 3rd Ave), New York, NY
Plaza · Turtle Bay · 49 tips and reviews

Roland M.Roland Martino: Small and a private park with waterfall. You do not expect to find here. Frequented by business people

Mike M.Mike Malul: With its 25-ft-high waterfall cascading over the rear wall and artfully landscaped trees and plantings, this is truly an oasis of serenity for residents and those who work in the area. Built in 1970.

The Corcoran GroupThe Corcoran Group: We love this perfect and secluded oasis - bring your lunch, enjoy an afternoon read or soak up some sun next to the beautiful waterfall.

Samuel Paley Park is one of The 15 Best Places for Waterfalls in New York City.

2. Samuel Paley Park

7.7
3 E 53rd St (Fifth Ave), New York, NY
Park · Midtown East · 32 tips and reviews

CompassCompass: Only steps away from busy streets, Paley Park’s waterfall makes it a perfect respite from city life.

Trae F.Trae F: Love the soothing sound of the waterfall.

GothamistGothamist: Relax at Paley Park, it has scattered small tables and chairs, ample thin-trunked trees, potted plants and a spectacular 20-foot waterfall that drowns out all the Midtown din. Read more.

The Ravine is one of The 15 Best Places for Waterfalls in New York City.

3. The Ravine

8.5
North Meadow (105th St), New York, NY
Scenic Lookout · Central Park · 3 tips and reviews

Jeff W.Jeff Woo: The natural waterfall at the Ravine is a beauty (especially with fall foliage)! Sit on a rock and forget that you're in the middle of Manhattan

Sarah P.Sarah Pulliam Bailey: Love this spot

SteveSteve: Wonderful trees to hang out under and relax

Great Jones Spa is one of The 15 Best Places for Waterfalls in New York City.

4. Great Jones Spa

8.7
29 Great Jones St (at Lafayette), New York, NY
Spa · NoHo · 64 tips and reviews

CompassCompass: Find an aquatic oasis at Great Jones, where a water lounge is outfitted with pools, a waterfall, steam rooms, and saunas.

GothamistGothamist: Post-treatment, hang out in the spa's wet lounge, complete with a massive indoor waterfall, hot tub, plunge pool and neighboring saunas to let out a little extra steam. Read more.

FreshNYC p.FreshNYC p}-:{>: Have you ever seen a waterfall inside of a city spa? You can at Great Jones as you gently splash in their water lounge, complete with an aquatic cascade creating beautiful sounds and ambiance. Read more.

The Ramble is one of The 15 Best Places for Waterfalls in New York City.

5. The Ramble

9.3
Central Park, New York, NY
Hiking Trail · Central Park · 30 tips and reviews

Emily R.Emily Ryan: One of the most magical parts of Central Park...you would never know you're in the middle of Manhattan. Wooded area with tons of trails, waterfalls and bird-watching.

Jeff W.Jeff Woo: Escape any site of concrete & discover hidden waterfalls. Beautiful during fall foliage at end November!

AaronAaron: Leave enough time to enjoy being lost.

Japan Society is one of The 15 Best Places for Waterfalls in New York City.

6. Japan Society

9.3
333 E 47th St (btwn 1st & 2nd Ave), New York, NY
Museum · Turtle Bay · 48 tips and reviews

FlavorpillFlavorpill: The Japan Society hosts more than 100 events each year in a gorgeous setting-- hello indoor gardens and waterfall! For more info about Japan Society, click here: http://bit.ly/x5HzQZ

veronique @ zaptravel.com ..veronique @ zaptravel.com .: The stylish, serene lobby of the Japan Society has interior bamboo gardens linked by a second-floor waterfall.

Ana Maria Z.Ana Maria Ziroglu: Amazing performance art/dancing. Truly enjoyed the dance showcase! There are always incredible events at this venue.

Venchi is one of The 15 Best Places for Waterfalls in New York City.

7. Venchi

8.6
861 Broadway (btwn E 17th & E 18th St), New York, NY
Chocolate Store · Union Square · 20 tips and reviews

SusumuSusumu: Cool decor: Chocolate Waterfall.

Shuang L.Shuang Liang: They got chocolate waterfall at the eating area!!! Had a gelato there. Pistachio and 70%black chocolate and also a cup of hot dark chocolate. Had to say, the hot chocolate is really good.

ℳ𝒶𝓎♍ℳ𝒶𝓎♍: Venchi has hands down became my favorite chocolate place in New York. The brand provides great customer service and delicious rich hot chocolate, espresso with chocolate pieces and of course gelato!

National September 11 Memorial is one of The 15 Best Places for Waterfalls in New York City.

8. National September 11 Memorial

9.2
180 Greenwich St (btwn Liberty & Fulton St), New York, NY
Memorial Site · Financial District · 869 tips and reviews

IWalked Audio ToursIWalked Audio Tours: The Memorial consists of two waterfalls created in the former foundations of the twin towers. The waterfall is surrounded by 400 trees. Design selected from over 5000 proposals. More info in our blog. Read more.

D'Agostino SupermarketsD'Agostino Supermarkets: "Reflecting Absence" was the final design chosen for the memorial, which features two waterfalls where the Twin Towers once stood with the walls inscribed with the names of the nearly 3,000 victims.

Ben G.Ben Gasparini: Beautiful memorial especially the waterfalls at night. Try the World Trade Center observatory if the line isn't ridiculous.

Shalel Lounge is one of The 15 Best Places for Waterfalls in New York City.

9. Shalel Lounge

8.4
65 W 70th St (Columbus Ave), New York, NY
Lounge · Lincoln Square · 75 tips and reviews

Jennifer W.Jennifer Williams: Such cool atmosphere! Dark and lit by candlelight. There is also a really cool waterfall in the back. The food is awesome as well. I had the meatballs, fatoush and baba ganoush.

Kevin P.Kevin Phan: Romantic spot for a date. Have a cocktail by the waterfall

Kash G.Kash Guha: I am a regular here, I recommend the Lychee Martinis, Chicken Cigars, Lamb Meatballs, Shepard Salad, and the Hummus. This is a great authentic Moroccan underground restaurant.

McSorley's Old Ale House is one of The 15 Best Places for Waterfalls in New York City.

10. McSorley's Old Ale House

8.8
15 E 7th St (btwn Cooper Sq & 3rd Ave), New York, NY
Pub · East Village · 467 tips and reviews

David E.David Evans: Get two beers, put one on top of the other, and drink both at the same time..."the McSorley's Waterfall"

Kimberly R.Kimberly Russell: Ask about the McSorleys's waterfall!

Ben L.Ben LaMaster: Drink two beers at a time, waterfall style

Chelsea Market is one of The 15 Best Places for Waterfalls in New York City.

11. Chelsea Market

9.2
75 9th Ave (btwn W 15th & W 16th St), New York, NY
Market · 1218 tips and reviews

Cathy H.Cathy Han: Try the apricot shortbread cookie from Sarabeth's Kitchen, near the waterfall :)

Dan L.Dan Lam: Need a public restroom? Look no further! Restrooms are next to the waterfall installation... How convenient.

Luis L.Luis Lopez: Great ambiance inside this rustic vintage market. I love the hot food special in the first coffee shop to your left(from 8th Ave) The old leaking pipe(waterfall) adds a nice touch with many onlookers.

Central Park is one of The 15 Best Places for Waterfalls in New York City.

12. Central Park

9.7
59th to 110th St (btwn 5th Ave & Central Park W), New York, NY
Park · Central Park · 1839 tips and reviews

Summer O.Summer Oleksy: The Diamond in the Ruff. Enjoy waterfalls, trails, ponds, restaurants, sports fields, geocaching, open lawns, playgrounds, splash pads, Strawberry Fields ... Read more.

Edwin G.Edwin Grullon: Check out the waterfalls in the park. The best one is in the Loch.

Time Out New YorkTime Out New York: Wander and take in the wilderness. When you’ve tired yourself out, plop down alongside the picturesque Loch (midpark between 102nd and 103rd Sts), a narrow stream dotted with five waterfalls. Read more.

Washington Square Park is one of The 15 Best Places for Waterfalls in New York City.

13. Washington Square Park

9.5
W 4th St (btwn MacDougal St & University Pl), New York, NY
Park · Greenwich Village · 708 tips and reviews

Nina M.Nina M: Lovely for after-work quick dates. Sit in the park during warm months and enjoy the waterfall. Brick oven pizza/restaurant right down the block and Rare restaurant too.

New York HabitatNew York Habitat: A beautiful park and a must see for any visitor. It's perfect when you just want to sit on a bench and read a book or do some people watching. On nice days you can find all sorts of live music too.

The New YorkerThe New Yorker: Home to a free summer music festival since 1953, where music “usually heard in the sanctity (some might say imprisonment) of small concert halls” mixes with the elements, as described in 1987. Read more.

Café Sabarsky is one of The 15 Best Places for Waterfalls in New York City.

14. Café Sabarsky

8.3
1048 5th Ave (at E 86th St), New York, NY
Austrian Restaurant · Upper East Side · 115 tips and reviews

Julie S.Julie Soscia: For a classic Viennese experience, make sure to stop here for the delicious pastries (chocolate cake is fantastic), coffee and incredible ambiance after taking in Klimt's masterpieces next-door.

The New YorkerThe New Yorker: “The Viennese Café Sabarsky, perfect for a post-analytic snack of Apfelstrudel mit Schlag, is open until 9 and has a Zagat score of 22.” Read more.

Warrent S.Warrent Satt: The deco is very European. the Kaiser pancake is what Ido came for after having had it in Vienna. But the apple strudel with whipped cream and coffee, Wonderful service, and such a delightful setting.

Juvenex Spa is one of The 15 Best Places for Waterfalls in New York City.

15. Juvenex Spa

7.3
25 W 32nd St (bet Broadway & Fifth), New York, NY
Spa · Koreatown · 23 tips and reviews

Leslie M.Leslie Maravi: The best spa I ever been to. Very professional and clean. Staff are super friendly I never wanted to leave. I recommend this to anyone who seeks a perfect spa ! My new spot now :)

Jackie F.Jackie Ferrer: OMG BEST BEST BEST spa ever. Hot tubs, saunas, steam rooms, body scrubs, massage rooms. Gotta get a little naked but it's WORTH it. Please do yourself a favor and go here #treatyoself

Bergdorf GoodmanBergdorf Goodman: It's a BG New York City Secret! Lubov Azria of Herve Leger says this spa has "the best scrub ever!"