NYC: Bryant Park

Steven strolls through Bryant Park in the heart of Midtown

In keeping with our tendency to visit hot places in the hottest part of summer, we are now in the heart and heat of NYC.  We are lucky today, it's only in the mid-80s. We are in Midtown Midtown, within quick walking distance from bustling Broadway and Times Square, but across the street from our hotel is the refreshing, and relatively quiet Bryant Park.  Backing up to the New York Public Library, Bryant Park is a six acre oasis and feels far from the frenzied crowds of Times Square (so thick are the crowds there, that a street sign says "Pedestrian Flow Zone; Keep Moving"). 

The Porch in Bryan Park. Sitting on a swing is optional.

Bryant Park resembles the Tulieres Gardens in Paris, with the exception that you can sit on the grass.  And this August night there was a crowd on the lawn.  Green bistro tables and chairs are scattered throughout the park and everyone is welcome to picnic or take a ride on Le Carousel.  We chose to get a drink at The Porch, where we we were asked if we'd like a swing or a table. 

Steven relaxing at The Porch. 
We opted for the table instead of the swing.