Flushing Meadows Corona Park
Flushing Meadows Corona Park
4.5
6:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Monday
6:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Tuesday
6:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Wednesday
6:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Thursday
6:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Friday
6:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Saturday
6:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Sunday
6:00 AM - 9:00 PM
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A great NYC park for people-watching, this was the site of previous World Fairs and offers visitors bicycle paths, the Queens Wildlife Conservation Center, a carousel, freshwater fishing, indoor ice-skating rink and marina.
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- therichastillStevenage, United Kingdom3,237 contributionsFabulous Open SpaceFlushing Meadows Corona Park is a wonderful park in Queens. I wanted to visit as I wanted to see the Unisphere. I got the Subway to Mets - Willets Point and walked the short distance to the park. As well as the Unisphere there are also some other statues. One thing I thought was really cute is the garden for retired playground animals. These are animals that used to be in former New York parks which had been brought to Corona Park so that they can live out the rest of their existence in this lovely environment. It is a huge area and there are plenty of places to sit and enjoy the scenery. Even the stream of planes heading for La Guardia airport cannot distract you.Visited October 2023Traveled soloWritten November 1, 2023
- Bob SWarrenville, Illinois1,574 contributionsAmazing history, falling into some decay.Amazing park in the middle of Queens. MIB fans will recognize and adore the towers and sphere. I was self guided, but the walking tours would have been better. I listened in on a few and liked them a lot! The park is in fairly good shape. The UFO observation towers are heavily neglected, and in the process of renovation. The New York State pavilion is also heavily neglected and in the process of renovation.Visited November 2023Traveled soloWritten December 2, 2023
- Kittygal 🇺🇦 🌻Los Angeles, California8,768 contributionsOne of My FavoritesI love wandering through this great park early on a weekday morning. The birds, the dog walkers, and the relative quiet make for a wonderful sojourn. I try to picture it swarming with fair goers back in the day but I actually prefer it this way. As you enter the park from the nearby subway station, a small concession stand serves up great food and drinks at reasonable prices.Visited May 2024Traveled soloWritten May 21, 2024
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Bob S
Warrenville, IL1,574 contributions
Nov 2023 • Solo
Amazing park in the middle of Queens. MIB fans will recognize and adore the towers and sphere. I was self guided, but the walking tours would have been better. I listened in on a few and liked them a lot! The park is in fairly good shape. The UFO observation towers are heavily neglected, and in the process of renovation. The New York State pavilion is also heavily neglected and in the process of renovation.
Written December 2, 2023
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therichastill
Stevenage, UK3,237 contributions
Oct 2023 • Solo
Flushing Meadows Corona Park is a wonderful park in Queens. I wanted to visit as I wanted to see the Unisphere.
I got the Subway to Mets - Willets Point and walked the short distance to the park.
As well as the Unisphere there are also some other statues. One thing I thought was really cute is the garden for retired playground animals. These are animals that used to be in former New York parks which had been brought to Corona Park so that they can live out the rest of their existence in this lovely environment.
It is a huge area and there are plenty of places to sit and enjoy the scenery. Even the stream of planes heading for La Guardia airport cannot distract you.
I got the Subway to Mets - Willets Point and walked the short distance to the park.
As well as the Unisphere there are also some other statues. One thing I thought was really cute is the garden for retired playground animals. These are animals that used to be in former New York parks which had been brought to Corona Park so that they can live out the rest of their existence in this lovely environment.
It is a huge area and there are plenty of places to sit and enjoy the scenery. Even the stream of planes heading for La Guardia airport cannot distract you.
Written November 1, 2023
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Texas_Traveler71
Paris, TX1,120 contributions
Jun 2019
Our family took some time to explore the Queens borough when we were in New York last summer. We walked around the Corona neighborhood, grabbed some Italian ice at the Lemon Ice King, and then made our way over to Flushing Meadows Park. Our teens enjoyed seeing the Unisphere and where the US Open is played. We killed a little time relaxing in the park and then hit the convenient subway stop near the Mets' stadium to head back to Manhattan. It was a fun, memorable afternoon. I would recommend a stroll through Corona and Flushing Meadows if you want your family to see more of New York City that just Midtown. We very much enjoyed it!
Written May 17, 2020
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alexisrachelletx
Nashville, TN1,625 contributions
Dec 2019
My brother and I explored Flushing Meadows-Corona Park a bit when were visiting Queens a couple of weeks ago. We were wandering around to the park to see the Unisphere and to visit the Queens Museum. It was winter, so it wasn't probably the best time to visit. But the park was large and probably has a lot more to see than we were able to on this visit. But I really enjoyed checking out the Unisphere and the museum!
Written January 8, 2020
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Harry A
Long Island, NY107 contributions
Oct 2022 • Family
I went to college not far from Corona Park and never once set foot here. I regret that I never did. It’s always nice to find a large patch of nature in the middle of NYC, especially one as clean and open as Corona Park. It has many great sports fields and interesting statues. We rented bikes from the bike rental shop near the tennis center, and found that the paths and roads are very good for bikes: they are wide and well paved. Not gonna lie though, there are a lot of teenagers making out around the park. Family lunch on a park bench gets awkward when there is a young couple going at it right next to us. Otherwise, fantastic park in the middle of queens.
Written October 13, 2022
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TennisStar602
New Jersey704 contributions
Aug 2023 • Friends
I always enjoy walking around this gigantic park. It can actually be easy to get lost in here! There are many sports fields and bathrooms available. The gardens are also nice to check out. My favorite event is going to the U.S. Open each August or September. There is also Citi-Field where the New York Mets play; I like this stadium a lot. I typically try to park on a local street, and then I walk over to the park. I have always felt safe in this park, but the traffic to get to this park can be a nightmare.
Written August 30, 2023
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The Five Road Trippers 🚙🎡🎢🧳
Long Island, NY16,135 contributions
Apr 2019 • Family
We made a quick visit to this wonderful park today. There were beautiful flowers in bloom all over the place. Definitely, an urban oasis.
Written April 22, 2019
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Brian T
London, UK8,047 contributions
Apr 2022 • Friends
I visited this park in early spring, and even on a dull damp grey day it was still a very pleasant place for a wander. You may now it better by its more common name, Flushing Meadows. The park is named after the nearby neighborhoods of Flushing and Corona, which are separated by the park.
It’s the largest park in Queens (and fourth largest park in all of New York City) and it has something for everyone: the nature trail walkers, those seeking to connect with nature, the fitness fanatics, artists, and so on. There’s green recreational spaces for baseball, soccer and cricket; playgrounds and skateboarding areas for the young and energetic, and dog runs to keep your pooch fit and happy. Nearby are the Queens Museum, the New York Hall of Science, the Queens Zoo, the Billie Jean King National Tennis Center (home of the US Open), and Citi Field (home to the Mets).
To me the most striking features of the park are the handful of features which are leftovers from world's fairs held here, including its two iconic elements: the Unisphere, set in the heart of the Beaux-Arts landscape, and the futuristic-looking New York State Pavilion, designed by architect Philip Johnson. The Unisphere is certainly fabulous, and to get close up to it is a must-do if you are visiting the park. The almost bizarre-looking remains of the New York State Pavilion look as if it has been transplanted from the Kennedy Space Center at Cape Canaveral.
The park is huge, and it will take hours to fully explore. Being early spring, the cherry blossom trees were in full bloom, and although not as spectacular as you’ll see in the likes of the Brooklyn Botanic Gardens, they certainly added a splash of colour to the landscape. We followed the Herbert Hoover Promenade around a long fountain area, and the almost circular Promenade of Industry around another lake. Further afield there are two much larger lakes, the Meadow Lake and the Willow Lake.
It’s a very open space,, and there is not much covering if it is raining. There are toilet facilities in the park.
It’s a pleasant spot to visit, and it you are into a wide open space with some iconic structures, it’s the spot for you.
It’s the largest park in Queens (and fourth largest park in all of New York City) and it has something for everyone: the nature trail walkers, those seeking to connect with nature, the fitness fanatics, artists, and so on. There’s green recreational spaces for baseball, soccer and cricket; playgrounds and skateboarding areas for the young and energetic, and dog runs to keep your pooch fit and happy. Nearby are the Queens Museum, the New York Hall of Science, the Queens Zoo, the Billie Jean King National Tennis Center (home of the US Open), and Citi Field (home to the Mets).
To me the most striking features of the park are the handful of features which are leftovers from world's fairs held here, including its two iconic elements: the Unisphere, set in the heart of the Beaux-Arts landscape, and the futuristic-looking New York State Pavilion, designed by architect Philip Johnson. The Unisphere is certainly fabulous, and to get close up to it is a must-do if you are visiting the park. The almost bizarre-looking remains of the New York State Pavilion look as if it has been transplanted from the Kennedy Space Center at Cape Canaveral.
The park is huge, and it will take hours to fully explore. Being early spring, the cherry blossom trees were in full bloom, and although not as spectacular as you’ll see in the likes of the Brooklyn Botanic Gardens, they certainly added a splash of colour to the landscape. We followed the Herbert Hoover Promenade around a long fountain area, and the almost circular Promenade of Industry around another lake. Further afield there are two much larger lakes, the Meadow Lake and the Willow Lake.
It’s a very open space,, and there is not much covering if it is raining. There are toilet facilities in the park.
It’s a pleasant spot to visit, and it you are into a wide open space with some iconic structures, it’s the spot for you.
Written September 26, 2022
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Robert S
Watertown, NY32 contributions
Sep 2016 • Couples
Everyone is talking about the worlds fair and tennis and whatever. More importantly, THIS IS WHERE THEY SHOT THE ORIGINAL MEN IN BLACK. Driving on the highway and seeing this was such a nostalgic moment. Worth the visit.
Written September 21, 2016
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barry m
New York City, NY152 contributions
Dec 2018 • Couples
I went for a hike from the pond to Flushing, only to find there is no path through
the park, There were no signs until I got to the closed bridge, and had to walk 1/2 hour to get back where
i started...
the park, There were no signs until I got to the closed bridge, and had to walk 1/2 hour to get back where
i started...
Written December 12, 2018
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What’s the fee to visit Corona Park?
Written May 17, 2019
have puchased tickets to Paul Simons concert in Sept hope you can help
1: because it's gen admission how early should we expect to arrive to get a spot
2:is this a bring a blanket to sit on or going to be a standing room only cluster
3: can you bring a small cooler and if not are there places to get food and drink on premises
Written August 19, 2018
Hola se puede entrar a conocer el USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center de Flushing Meadows, Nueva York?!? Hay que pagar? Es solo para sacar fotos del Complejo y del Arthur A.
Gracis
Written April 29, 2018
mikelT8263KD
Saint Paul, Minnesota
I'll be visiting the Chinatown in Flushing in November and I'm thinking of strolling to this park area. Is the tennis center accessible to public for free? More importantly, is there much to see without admission fees in that area? Thank you.
Written September 14, 2017
Not much for free.You can see some of the early space rockets that were launched by walking in the park. There is also the Queens Zoo within the park where you can see some of the farm animals from outside without entering the zoo. The zoo is relatively inexpensive, $8 for adults and $5 for kids.If you decide to go, there is only a small expensive sandwich place to eat. There are two sides of the zoo, one farm animals, the other wild animals both for that admission price. Other than that there is the Globe, playgrounds, and some small bodies of water. I don't know about the Tennis Center.
Written October 13, 2017
Linea 7 viola della metro. Direttamente da midtown a corona park! solo
Written August 27, 2018
Hello,
My son is a growing tennis player. As we are going on vacation to New York in August I was wondering if the US Open Stadium in Flushing Meadows offered some kind of tours or so.
I read the comments about the wonderful park and we are going to spend time there. I just think it would be wonderful for my son to visit the Stadium.
If someone knows if it is possible I would be happy to hear your comments.
Thank you very much,
Ghis
Written April 21, 2016
They do, and they are reasonable. $10 and it is about 60 or 90 minutes. Call this number to arrange it: 718-760-6200 ext. 0
Written August 15, 2016
Hola querÃa consultarle a los que fueron en la fecha que se jugaba el torneo. Tengo pensado ir y ver algunos partidos, como es con el tema de las entradas? Las compraron con anticipación aca, consiguieron directamente alla'? Agradezco información ya que tengo planeado visitarlo este año
Written February 23, 2015
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