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Where is the best view of the skyline in Central Park?

If you make your way to the northeast corner of the Reservoir, you will have the most vast view of the Manhattan skyline there is in the park.



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The Most Beautiful Places in Central Park New York City
  • Bethesda Terrace & Fountain.
  • The Mall.
  • Belvedere Castle.
  • The Reservoir.
  • Bow Bridge.


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The view plus the experience of visiting one of the world's most famous buildings is a must-do in New York City. If you are checking off visits to the world's tallest buildings, put One World Observatory #1 on your list. Top of the Rock offers great views of Central Park and Midtown Manhattan.

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  • Top Ten Attractions in Central Park. ...
  • Conservatory Water.
  • Wollman Rink.
  • Imagine Mosaic – Strawberry Fields.
  • Conservatory Garden.
  • Central Park Reservoir.
  • Bow Bridge.
  • Bethesda Fountain.


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Central Park is an urban park between the Upper West Side and Upper East Side neighborhoods of Manhattan in New York City, United States. It is the fifth-largest park in the city, containing 843 acres, and the most visited urban park in the United States, with an estimated 42 million visitors annually as of 2016.



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East Meadow Stake out a shady spot in this pastoral meadow that contains some of the finest trees in the Park, including an American elm that is believed to be one of the original Park plantings. A restroom is also near the East Meadow at the entrance to neighboring Robert Bendheim Playground.

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Travelers say the Top of the Rock offers some of the best views of Manhattan and say the experience is worth every penny. Visitors recommend booking the Rock Pass ticket that includes a tour of the building and observation deck access.

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Yes, the SUMMIT One Vanderbilt in New York City is very much worth it. Here's what the experience was like for us so you can see if it's right for you.

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Some reviewers take issue with the ticket prices, but this is not a very common concern. Other than this complaint, most people agree that Top of the Rock is worth the trip. The observation deck is indoor/outdoor, so it's a good choice for pretty much any time of year.

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