"It's a nice little park to escape the hustle and bustle of the city in the midst of all the chaos."
"One of the most lively parks in NY with a huge Subway station beneath it."
"The park's layout is both aesthetically pleasing and functional."
"It's central location makes the park a hub for social events, outdoor bazaars, and all manner of eclectic creative expressions."
"Surrounded by Manhattan’s soulless asphalt and steel, this postage stamp park gives a much-needed reprieve to the rat race."
"This is definitely one of the more lively parks in the city and there is so much to do in the area."
"Union Square Park is a gem in the heart of New York City, and it takes on a special charm during the Fall season."
Cons:
"It can be chaotic and is often messy, but I have never felt unsafe."
"Minus, and seems a city problem, too many homeless and some areas very dirty(fountain)."
"Just be careful after nightfall, as transients and other unsavory lot descend upon its confines."
"But I don't like a lot of homeless people in this park who behave inappropriately."
"Only good when the market is around on the weekend. Other than that there is a foul smell homeless people, drug ies and people in a rush."
"The park itself can be a bit dirty with some crazies roaming around but that's Manhattan in a nutshell."
"Now it's dirty, filthy, numerous rats and over runned by junkies and the homeless."
Union Square Park Amenities
Pros:
"Weekend farmers market. Playground for children, Dog park, chess games, with a stage area."
"Known for its community events & rallies, festivals, farmers market, and holiday market."
"If you are looking for organic, fresh fruit and vegetable farmers market in union square, Manhattan NY is the best solution."
"Nice place. I like when they have those farmer's markets up there, you can buy fresh apple juice or honey."
"Here you'll find a wide variety of fresh vegetable and fruit, alcohols, spices and herbs."
"This city Park consists of gardens, seating areas, dog runs, and a children's playground."
"Union Square Park offers lots of park benches and beautiful statues surrounded by lovely plantings."
Cons:
"No bathrooms! Go to Barnes and Nobles!"
"The playgroud was a disgust. We walked in and right back out."
"Also rat infested, and the rats come out before sundown and make sure you are not parking yourself in one spot or they will assume you're there as a sacrifice for them."
"The Green market is awesome but there are so many other non food weird vendors it can be hard to navigate."
"Great park, but this new rule of ‘closing the park’ at 6pm is a bit silly."
"Sadly the park was filled with rodents."
"There are bathrooms located on the north end of the park, although they are not the cleanest."
Union Square Park Accessibility
Pros:
"One of the best and most convenient Public spaces in Manhattan, nyc. The vibe is fantastic, the culture is amazing, it’s totally amazing!"
"Union Square metro train station/subway with L,N,Q,R,W,4,5,6 lines."
"Very central for subways...I always feel like it is the heart of the lower part of the city."
"You have a lot of options here at Union Square. Being accessible through 8 different subway lines, you walk up to multiple eating areas, clothing stores, supermarkets and more."
"Conveniently, most of the main subway lines to each borrow run right through here and subway entrances are easily accessible all around the square."
"This park has connections to several Subway lines and is close to lots of NYC treasures."
"Very convenient subway stop not far from Washington square Park either."
Cons:
"Far from one of my favorite parks in the city, makes up for it with the green market and train accessibility."
"No space. So crowded. Many eyes. Not many seats."
"Dog park is small and not the happiest, mad respect to all the trees growing here though they can put up with some harsh conditions."
"But the real issue is you might not see it unless you're there at the right or wrong time, but there are a lot of fights there. Also there is a lot of drug use."
"Filled with homeless and homeless/crazy people that will yell hateful things to you and/or your child."
"Smells like pee everywhere."
"Would be okay if one didn't get a contact high walking into the park. Also the benches need an upgrade, most are pretty shabby."