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Wave Hill

Riverdale· Bronx1–3 hoursgardenart

Wave Hill is a 28-acre public garden and cultural center in the Riverdale section of the Bronx, offering sweeping views of the Hudson River and Palisades from its hilltop location, alongside acclaimed horticultural displays, contemporary art exhibitions, and environmental education programs. Former residents of the estate include Mark Twain, Theodore Roosevelt, and Arturo Toscanini.

Est. 1965

Permanent Collection

Wave Hill's gardens feature a diverse array of horticultural collections in settings ranging from formal flower gardens to wild woodland areas, with sweeping Hudson River views as a backdrop. Contemporary art exhibitions and site-specific commissions are integrated throughout the gardens and historic manor house galleries.

Collection Highlights

Flower Garden with seasonal horticultural displaysWild Garden naturalistic landscapeHudson River and Palisades panoramic viewsContemporary art exhibitions in Glyndor Gallery
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Hours & Admission

Hours

MondayClosed
Tuesday9am – 5:30pm
Wednesday9am – 5:30pm
ThursdayToday9am – 5:30pm
Friday9am – 5:30pm
Saturday9am – 5:30pm
Sunday9am – 5:30pm

Free on Tuesdays all day and Saturdays before noon. Closed Monday. Hours vary seasonally.

Admission

General$10
Students$6
Seniors$6
Children under 6Free

Free on Tuesdays and Saturday mornings before noon. Free for children under 6.

  • ✦Free Tuesdays; free Saturday mornings 9am–noon

Access & Getting There

Accessibility

  • ♿ Wheelchair accessible

Amenities

☕Café🛍Gift Shop

Getting There

Metro-North Hudson line to Riverdale; free shuttle from 231st St

Plan Your Visit

4900 Independence Ave, Bronx, NY 10471

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Call: +1-718-549-3200

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