Discover West New York
3 carefully curated photography spots with GPS coordinates, shooting tips, and local insights
Donnelly Memorial Park
Small Hudson River waterfront park with direct, elevated views of Manhattan skyline — ideal for skyline, sunset and nightscape photography. Easy access from JFK Blvd E; free entry and on-street parking nearby (limited). Best at golden hour, blue hour and clear nights; weekdays and early mornings have fewer families. Dog-play and playground areas add candid lifestyle opportunities.
The Old Glory Park
Small riverside park with unobstructed panoramic views of the Manhattan skyline, Hudson River activity, and sailboats. Ideal for sunset and blue-hour skyline shots; paved paths and benches make gear setup easy. Accessible by car and public transit; limited parking — weekdays/mornings quieter.
Riverwalk view of NYC
Long paved Riverwalk along the Hudson in West New York offering uninterrupted NYC skyline views across the water. Ideal for golden hour and blue hour cityscapes, long exposures of lit towers at night, and framed foregrounds (benches, railing, trees). No entry fee; accessible path with benches and street parking nearby (can be limited—arrive early). Best light: sunrise/sunset for color; blue hour for skyline lights. Weekdays and early mornings are less crowded. Seasonal note: winter yields crisp,