What and where is Little Island?

• Little Island is located at Pier 55, off West 13th Street and Hudson River Park in Manhattan.

  • Subway: Take the A, C, E, or L lines to 14th Street/8th Avenue and walk west to the river.

  • Bus: M11 and M14D buses stop nearby on 10th Avenue.

  • Entrances: Main pedestrian entrance is at West 13th Street and Hudson River Greenway. Fully ADA-accessible with ramps and elevators.

  • Walkability: Directly connects to the Hudson River Greenway and is a short walk from the Whitney Museum and the High Line.

• Chelsea Market: Indoor food hall offering diverse global vendors, from tacos to noodles.

• Cookshop: Farm-to-table American fare just blocks away on 10th Avenue.

• Los Mariscos: Seafood-focused Mexican spot with ceviche, tacos, and micheladas.

• The Standard Biergarten: Casual open-air beer hall with pretzels, sausages, and drinks under the High Line.

• Jack’s Wife Freda: Bright Mediterranean-American café popular for brunch and small plates.

• The Amph:

  • Location: Southern end of the island

  •  What to Expect: 687-seat open-air amphitheater hosting concerts, dance, and theatrical performances.

  • Most events are free or low-cost and feature local artists and cultural groups.

• The Glade:

  • Location: East side lawn area

  • What to Expect: Intimate venue for small performances, family events, and community workshops.

  • Great for spontaneous gatherings and musical showcases.

• Play Areas & Discovery Zones:

  • Location: Throughout the island paths and lawn pockets

  • What to Expect: Art installations, nature-inspired spaces, and movement-based play for kids and families.

  • Events often include movement workshops and interactive storytelling.

• Sunset Walks & Night Events:

  • Location: Perimeter paths and overlook points.

  • What to Expect: Live musicians, sunset yoga, or evening light shows on select weekends.

  • Check the events calendar for rotating programs and pop-ups.

• Park Hours: Open daily from 6:00 AM to 1:00 AM

• Entry: Free and open to the public; no timed tickets are currently required

• Rules: No smoking, bicycles, or amplified sound. Dogs are not permitted except service animals.

Behavior: Stay on designated paths, dispose of trash responsibly, and be mindful during performances and programs.

• Little Island promotes sustainability and community connection through innovative park design, native landscaping, and accessible cultural programming.

  • Floating Green Roof: Built on concrete tulip pylons that reduce environmental disruption to marine life.

  • Native Plantings: Landscaped with over 350 species of drought-tolerant and pollinator-supporting plants.

  • Stormwater Management: Paths and plant beds are designed to reduce runoff and erosion into the Hudson River.

  • Sustainable Events: Many performances are low-energy or use minimal stage setups to reduce waste.

  • Public Transit First: Designed to be reached on foot, by bike, or by subway—encouraging low-emission visits.

Visitors are encouraged to walk or bike to the island, enjoy low-waste picnics, and explore the gardens respectfully.

• Southwest Overlook

  • 📍 Tip of the island near the Hudson side

  • A quiet ledge with curved seating and panoramic views of the river and Statue of Liberty.

• The Grove Pathway

  • 📍 Winding trail near the central planting mound

  • Shaded by trees and winding through layered landscape design—perfect for quiet walks and birdwatching.

• Terraced Lawn Steps

  • 📍 Facing east toward Chelsea

  • Tiered grass seating often missed by visitors focused on the main amphitheater—ideal for relaxing with a book or lunch.

• Hidden Sound Garden

  • 📍 Under the elevated path on the north side

  • Features occasional sound installations or naturally amplified acoustic spaces.

• Tulip Pillar Underview

  • 📍 Beneath the entrance bridge

  • Offers a unique perspective of the tulip structure above the water—a subtle but mesmerizing design feature.