Carl Schurz Park
Quick Facts
- Location
- USA, New York
- Category
- Park & Garden
- Duration
- 1 hour
- Opening Hours
- Open 24 hours free; Gracie Mansion tours on limited dates
- Ticket Price
- Park free; mansion tours by reservation, residents only
- Address
- East End Ave, New York, NY, USA
- Coordinates
- 40.7736, -73.9450
Introduction
Carl Schurz Park sits on the East River in Manhattan's Upper East Side, covering about 5.9 acres and named for German-American politician and Interior Secretary Carl Schurz. Its most famous feature is Gracie Mansion, the official residence of the Mayor of New York since 1942. Designed by architect Karl Bried and landscape architect M. Betty Peckerford, the park's riverside promenade offers views of Roosevelt Island, Hell Gate Bridge and Wards Island, providing a quiet oasis for Upper East Side residents to jog, walk dogs and enjoy family time. Open free year-round, it hosts the Carl Schurz Park Festival in autumn and includes a playground, spray showers and benches, far from Midtown noise yet close to subway and museums.
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FAQ
What are the opening hours of Carl Schurz Park?
Open 24 hours free; Gracie Mansion tours on limited dates
How much is the admission for Carl Schurz Park?
Park free; mansion tours by reservation, residents only
Any practical tips for visiting Carl Schurz Park?
Gracie Mansion tour dates are rare; book via the mayoral residence website The riverside promenade is lit at night but visiting in pairs is advised
How long should I spend at Carl Schurz Park?
A typical visit takes 1 hour.
