Top 8 best beach in new york city

Fortunately, there are tons of cooling and cooling beaches in NYC! And NYC beaches will officially reopen to swim for their normal swimming time after opening much later than the summer in the past, because of COVID-19 regulations (Memorial Day Weekend - next week too!). Opening outdoor pools across the districts for the season, right after school is out, will take place on 26 June. All, except for five, are open because of construction, of the 53 NYC pools.

Best beach in new york city

Fort Tilden Beach

NYC's most secret, safe, cleane sand, trees and grassy dunes stretch of three miles is so isolated that you will have a good beach 50 yards to yourself even at the summer's weekend. We recommend to cycle because Fort Tilden Beach is almost inaccessible by underground or by car (if you have a fancy fishing licence).

Jacob Riis Park Beach

This expanse is experiencing a renaissance after years of being overshadowed by its popular-kid neighbor Rockaway Beach. Riis has a much wider beach than nearby Fort Tilden and Rockaway, and its eastern edge is a popular hangout for LGBTQ+ people. And here's a little history lesson: infamous city planner Robert Moses, who developed many ocean coasts in and around NYC, dubbed it "the people's beach" because of its proximity to public transportation.

Jones Beach

If you don't go big, you might as well not go at all. This sprawling six-mile stretch of Long Island is a well-kept sandy oasis ideal for families (minigolf, ball courts, shuffleboard, and even a swimming pool) and music fans: Every summer, Gwen Stefani and Dave Matthews perform at Nikon at Jones Beach Theater. Tickets for the year 2021 are now on sale.) There are some architectural twists in the park as well. The bathhouses are Art Deco–inspired, and the large water tower at the park's entrance was designed to resemble St. Mark's Basilica's campanile in Venice. Isn't it just like being in Italy?

Cherry Grove Beach

Since the 1960s, New York's gay and lesbian community has taken the ferry to this tranquil hamlet, which is only accessible by wooden walkways (no paved roads here). Though all of Fire Island's locations technically share the same beachfront, this area is more relaxed and affordable than the more popular Pines, but there are still plenty of clubs, bars, and restaurants tucked among the cottages where you can shoot the breeze and dance. Murals and mosaics cover the walls of the idyllic town, reflecting the talents of the town's artsy residents.

Long Beach

One of Long Beach's most appealing features is how easy it is to get there. Take the LIRR from Penn Station and you'll be able to put your toes in the sand in less than an hour. Superstorm Sandy devastated the seaside town in 2012, but the city responded with a cool $42 million, and its boardwalk now boasts more than two miles of walking and biking bliss that is better than it was back then. The sandy grounds are debris-free and barefoot-friendly, and don't just take our word for it: the National Resources Defense Council ranked Long Beach as one of the cleanest beaches in the United States (and the spiffiest in New York.)

Orchard Beach

The Bronx's only public beach is notable for its unique crescent shape and stunning views of City Island, spanning 1.1 miles and 115 acres. Robert Moses built the beach in the 1930s, and it is still one of New York's most popular beaches today. What the sandy waterfront lacks in restaurants and bars, it more than compensates for with concession stands, two picnic areas, and 26 basketball, volleyball, and handball courts.

Rockaway Beach and Boardwalk

The Ramones-approved sprawl may have gained hipster cred in recent years, but the draws to Rockaway remain consistent: It's hard to beat the close proximity to the subway (it's about an hour from downtown to the sand), and the expansive, nearly six-mile-long beach makes it a little easier to move your blanket away for social distancing. (Due to a change in ownership at the boardwalk, the fate of local favorites such as Rippers and Caracas remains uncertain for the summer of 2021.) The waves are also rideable here! Sign up for surf lessons at the New York Surf School and hang ten (Beach 69th St; 718-916-5359). The Rockaway Beach Surf Club, a mural-lined bohemian hangout that reopens for the season on May 1, is the show's star.

Robert Moses State Park

This find meets all of the requirements for a lust-inducing beach day: In comparison to its neighbor-to-the-west Jones Beach, its five-mile beachfront is quiet (radios are not permitted on Fields 3 and 4), and crowd-free, and its facilities—private outdoor showers, first aid, grills, and picnic tables—are in excellent condition. If you want even more peace and quiet, head east to Field 5 for access to the rest of the scenic Fire Island coast, including the over 150-year-old Fire Island Lighthouse, which you can climb 192 steps to get the best views outside of the city. Or don't—it is, after all, the weekend.