The Battery
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The Battery

About

Historic park with Ellis Island & Statue of Liberty views, plus ferry service to both islands.

Visitors rate it highly — 4.6 out of 5 across 80,520 Google reviews.

It keeps the same hours every day — 6:00 AM – 1:00 AM — which makes planning simple. Parking is the easy part: a free lot, a paid lot, free street parking, metered street parking and a paid garage. And if it does not suit, 19 more parks in New York are listed further down this page.

The quick take

Drawn from this listing's ratings, amenities, hours and how it stacks up against other parks in New York.

What works

  • Consistently well reviewed

    4.6 stars held across 80,520 reviews is not a fluke — people keep going back.

  • A genuine local landmark

    80,520 reviews is the kind of number a place only reaches when the whole city knows it.

  • Open every day

    The same hours all week (6:00 AM – 1:00 AM), so there is no schedule to memorise.

  • Dogs welcome

    Listed as dog-friendly — bring the leash and waste bags anyway.

  • Works with kids

    Flagged as family-friendly, which usually means room to run and somewhere for the adults to sit.

Worth knowing first

  • Popular enough to be busy

    80,520 reviews cuts both ways. Weekend afternoons draw a crowd, so go early or go midweek if you want it quiet.

Planning a visit

General guidance for parks, adjusted for what this listing records.

What to expect

Open lawns, paths and benches — the kind of place that works for a twenty-minute break or a whole afternoon, depending on what you bring with you.

A good fit for walkers, picnickers and anyone after a green pause from the surrounding blocks.

When to go

Mornings are the quietest stretch; the lawns fill up in the hours before sunset. The gates are open 6:00 AM – 1:00 AM.

What to bring

  • Water
  • A blanket or folding chair
  • Sunscreen on clear days
  • Leash and waste bags

Hours

  • Monday: 6:00 AM – 1:00 AM
  • Tuesday: 6:00 AM – 1:00 AM
  • Wednesday: 6:00 AM – 1:00 AM
  • Thursday: 6:00 AM – 1:00 AM
  • Friday: 6:00 AM – 1:00 AM
  • Saturday: 6:00 AM – 1:00 AM
  • Sunday: 6:00 AM – 1:00 AM

Amenities

Dogs Allowed
Family Friendly
Parking Available

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Common questions about The Battery

What is The Battery?

Historic park with Ellis Island & Statue of Liberty views, plus ferry service to both islands. It is a park in New York, NY, at New York.

What are the opening hours at The Battery?

The Battery is open 6:00 AM – 1:00 AM every day of the week.

Are dogs allowed at The Battery?

Yes — The Battery is listed as dog-friendly. Leash rules still vary from area to area, so watch for posted signs.

Is there parking at The Battery?

Parking options here include a free lot, a paid lot, free street parking, metered street parking and a paid garage.

Is The Battery good for kids?

Yes — The Battery is flagged as family-friendly.

How is The Battery rated?

The Battery holds 4.6 out of 5 stars from 80,520 Google reviews.

What else is nearby?

New York has 19 other parks listed on AllParx, including 9/11 Memorial & Museum, Brooklyn Bridge Park and Central Park.

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