Jakub Hałun (CC BY-SA 4.0) via Wikimedia CommonsLittle Island floats over the Hudson at Pier 55 on a cluster of tulip-shaped concrete stems, a free pocket park that feels like a small secret. Reservations are needed after midday, but the winding paths and river views make this modern hidden gem worth the planning.
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