Pier 57

The rooftop park and waterfront views

Pier 57 is on the Hudson River waterfront at 25 11th Ave. Its rooftop park gives you a higher vantage point across the river, with views of lower Manhattan, New Jersey, Little Island, One World Trade Center and the Empire State Building. The open space has seating where you can pause, read or take in the skyline.

The rooftop is a useful stop if you are walking along the Hudson River or visiting nearby Little Island. From Pier 57, the river and city are both in view, but from a different angle than on the neighboring park. Access to the rooftop is free.

Market 57 and places to sit

Market 57 is the food hall inside the pier. Its vendor lineup was curated with input from the James Beard Foundation, with a focus on women and BIPOC vendors. The food hall brings several choices together under one roof, so you can pick up a meal without leaving the waterfront.

There is seating indoors and outside, and the renovated space has been noted for its clean facilities. One section has free Wi-Fi and power outlets, useful if you want to sit and work for a while. The pier can draw crowds at busy times, so a quieter visit may give you more room to settle in.

Planning a stop

Pier 57 stays open late, so you can visit beyond the usual daytime sightseeing hours. A sunny day is a good fit for spending time outdoors; around sunset, the river and skyline provide the setting for an evening visit. The pier also sits near Chelsea Market, the High Line and Little Island, making it easy to include in a walk through the area.