Battery Park
Battery Park
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  • daisyferret1
    Bear, Delaware27,809 contributions
    Stroll along the waterfront
    We went to this park one night for the Separation Day celebration and fireworks. We were pleasantly surprised. The atmosphere was friendly and welcoming. It wasn't overly crowded and the event was enjoyable. We enjoyed it so much that we decided to return again during the daytime to actually enjoy the park. Here there is a walking path along the water in addition to lots of grassy space, a pier at the wharf and a small kids playground. There was a tennis court behind the park as well. There was plenty of FREE parking to be found so that was a plus. Kids enjoyed watching the squirrels in the park and the birds over the water. However, the beachy areas are rocky, smelly and dirty. We saw several dead fish along the waters edge. Overall, we enjoyed our visits with Battery Park. It is a nice place to take a stroll, have a picnic in the park and venture into the adjacent historic district (for some ice cream and history).
    Visited June 2021
    Written September 24, 2021
  • worktotravel14
    Trenton, New Jersey2,214 contributions
    Peaceful walk by the salty sea
    This is a beautiful walk close to New Castle's historic district. Stopped in New Castle for a leg rest mid-way through a drive not knowing quite what I'd find besides the history of the first state. This is a perfect walk, nicely paved and maintained, just on the water. You can smell the salty air or walk a little further and find shade tree-lined clearings. Even though it is fairly busy, there are moments where you can be all to yourself and it is simply peaceful. Walked for about an hour, then headed to see the rest of the town.
    Visited July 2022
    Traveled solo
    Written November 6, 2022
  • bbbob84
    Staten Island, New York1,701 contributions
    Clean Well Maintained Free Park in New Castle DE on the Water
    At the foot of downtown historic New Castle is Battery Park. A nice stroll along the water and plenty of photo ops if you enjoy taking pictures. It was brisk and windy on our October visit. We found it at the foot of town that we had decided to walk through and enjoy the Federalist Architecture. Recommended.
    Visited October 2021
    Written October 18, 2021
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worktotravel14
Trenton, NJ2,214 contributions
Jul 2022 • Solo
This is a beautiful walk close to New Castle's historic district. Stopped in New Castle for a leg rest mid-way through a drive not knowing quite what I'd find besides the history of the first state. This is a perfect walk, nicely paved and maintained, just on the water. You can smell the salty air or walk a little further and find shade tree-lined clearings. Even though it is fairly busy, there are moments where you can be all to yourself and it is simply peaceful. Walked for about an hour, then headed to see the rest of the town.
Written November 6, 2022
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Louis P
Cherry Hill, NJ28 contributions
Jul 2022
It's a clean area for a fun picnic and just enjoy the scenery. On a hot day the breeze here feels good.
Written July 29, 2022
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MominOC
Orange County, CA4,931 contributions
Oct 2021
this park is very well maintained and had a beautiful sunset on our first night in the New Castle area.
Written November 17, 2021
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bbbob84
Staten Island, NY1,701 contributions
Oct 2021
At the foot of downtown historic New Castle is Battery Park. A nice stroll along the water and plenty of photo ops if you enjoy taking pictures. It was brisk and windy on our October visit. We found it at the foot of town that we had decided to walk through and enjoy the Federalist Architecture. Recommended.
Written October 18, 2021
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daisyferret1
Bear, DE27,809 contributions
Jun 2021
We went to this park one night for the Separation Day celebration and fireworks. We were pleasantly surprised. The atmosphere was friendly and welcoming. It wasn't overly crowded and the event was enjoyable. We enjoyed it so much that we decided to return again during the daytime to actually enjoy the park. Here there is a walking path along the water in addition to lots of grassy space, a pier at the wharf and a small kids playground. There was a tennis court behind the park as well. There was plenty of FREE parking to be found so that was a plus. Kids enjoyed watching the squirrels in the park and the birds over the water. However, the beachy areas are rocky, smelly and dirty. We saw several dead fish along the waters edge.

Overall, we enjoyed our visits with Battery Park. It is a nice place to take a stroll, have a picnic in the park and venture into the adjacent historic district (for some ice cream and history).
Written September 24, 2021
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Jenny from Santa Cruz
Santa Cruz, CA783 contributions
Jun 2021
My family and I were walking around the park after lunch and happened to see the historic boat Kalmar Nyckel on the water. It was really beautiful and interesting to see, even though we didn't buy tickets to actually take a ride.
Written July 6, 2021
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hduck
Hancock, NY906 contributions
May 2021 • Couples
The town of New Castle is beautiful and to then have this beautiful park right by the water. Come relax walk, play and picnic in this beautiful park.
Written May 6, 2021
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RonB4610
New Castle, DE970 contributions
Apr 2021 • Solo
Old New Castle has a large park along the river. Its a great place to walk and relax. Several restaurants, antique shops, etc within walking distance. On street parking.
Written April 18, 2021
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dayy2026
New Castle, DE5 contributions
Sep 2019 • Family
Beautiful place to visit. Peaceful walk along the river. Historically place with small business owners.
Written February 11, 2020
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Colleen C
Troy, NY2,127 contributions
Jan 2020
came here to see where are Swedish and Finnish relatives came to the America. The park is very tranquil many trees, great views of the ocean with a trail, bathrooms, basketball courts, kids playground and awe inspiring town in and amongst this large park.
Written January 26, 2020
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