Willsons Woods Park offers a pleasant contrast to the hectic pace of downtown. Meander around the grounds or fling off your shoes and feel the soft grass beneath your feet.
You'll want to arrive nice and early to fully explore Willsons Woods Park. Remember your wallet too — this recreation and green space has an admission fee. Intend to stick around the commercial neighborhood of North Side a while? Pay a visit to Bronx Zoo, New York Botanical Gardens and Empire City Casino while you're in the area.