With its fine promenade and magnificent vista of the harbor, the Battery became a popular place for ... in 1815 and ceded to the City in 1823. Around this time, the park was extended further by ...

The water laps quietly against a modern promenade, offering views of the ... change in 1983 when nearly 3,000 people arrived in Battery Park City (today it has more of the vibe of a suburban ...

Across the street from the waterfront promenade is Rainbow ... commemorate the city's role in the battle. Start your tour of the Battery at the 8-acre Waterfront Park (home to the giant pineapple ...