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The Top 17 Natural Monuments around New York

New York’s landscape is a beautiful place to explore — something that you can best experience by visiting one of our 17

beautiful natural monuments around New York. To help you find the one for, you can see all the details you need to explore the best natural monuments, and better plan your next outdoor adventure!

Last updated: November 2, 2025

National September 11 Memorial & Museum

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September 11, 2001 was a beautiful late summer day in New York – until at 08:46 a plane flew into the north tower of the World Trade Center.

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The High Line

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In between, make an excursion to Chelsea Market.

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Central Park — 5th Avenue & 59th Street Entrance

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Central Park is a city park in central Manhattan in New York City. It was established in 1859 as a landscaped park and completed in 1873. This green lung is visited by more than 500,000 people on some days. Wikipedia

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Little Island

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An artificial island standing on 132 tulip-shaped pillars. Many paths and a number of trees invite you to stroll and linger, and various artists often perform in the amphitheater. Admission …

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View of Statue of Liberty from Battery Park

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Admission to the Statue of Liberty National Monument is free. However, all visitors must pay to use the ferries, as private ships and boats are not permitted to dock on …

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Ridgewood Reservoir

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The Ridgewood Reservoir is a decommissioned 19th century reservoir and freshwater wetland. After being shut down and abandoned in the 20th century, the reservoir naturally became a lush freshwater wetland …

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Columbus Circle

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Worthy entry into Central Park. Nearby is "Unlimited Biking" where you can borrow bikes for more than half an hour.

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Clinton Cove

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Clinton Cove connects Pier 95, 96, and 97, offering lush lawns, boathouses, and impressive art features. The standout attraction is "Private Passage" by Malcolm Cochran, a massive steel wine bottle …

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Hallett Nature Sanctuary

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Through a wooden gate, you reach a hilltop via bark-covered paths. They lead to a lake through a sparse forest. You'll encounter many curious squirrels.

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Conservatory Garden

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Well-tended gardens with beautiful flower beds, forest plants and numerous fountains, sculptures and benches.

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The Top 17 Natural Monuments around New York

National September 11 Memorial & Museum

The High Line

Central Park — 5th Avenue & 59th Street Entrance

Little Island

View of Statue of Liberty from Battery Park

Ridgewood Reservoir

Columbus Circle

Clinton Cove

Hallett Nature Sanctuary

Conservatory Garden

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