Roosevelt Island

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576 Main St
New York, NY 10044

Roosevelt Island is a unique narrow island located in the East River between Manhattan and Queens New York City. Known for its scenic views and tranquil atmosphere the park features lush green spaces walking paths and historical landmarks including the iconic lighthouse and the ruins of the Smallpox Hospital. Visitors can enjoy recreational activities picnics and stunning views of the Manhattan skyline making it a perfect escape from the city's hustle and bustle.

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Steph H.
10/23/2025

STEPH JUDGEMENT: Way more interesting than I expected. We were short on time so we only got to visit the southern part, but we still had a swell time! After we got off the tram we thought it'd...

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Sara D.
8/2/2025

Roosevelt Island, I finally visited a friend living on the island on the East River.the island is accessible by bridges, a tram, subway. In the past, I took the tram just for fun. This time I...

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Fred T.
6/28/2025

Fun little stop between Queens and Manhattan. The Island which has schools, parks, and other historical markers oh and did I mention a spooky smallpox hospital. The Island is best walked, and...

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Bradley L.
9/7/2025

Had some time to kill so decided to stop by this little island to do some exploring. It's super peaceful here. Low crowds, minimal traffic, and very quiet. We walked along the water front and...

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Sabrina S.
4/27/2025

An easy tram ride getaway on a beautiful day! Not only does this small island have housing, it hosts some historical landmarks. We had one sunny day on our visit to NYC and made a day walking...

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