Imagine you’re sunbathing on a beach, your toes curled in the sand and a tropical drink in your hand. Now imagine that the beach is five minutes from Midtown Manhattan, with a stunning view of the New York City skyline. That’s Water Taxi Beach! Boasting 1,002 tons of sand spread over 44,000 square feet Water Taxi Beach Long Island City is fun in the sun by day and a playground for the 21+ crowd by night.

Just a 4-minute Water Taxi ride from midtown Manhattan, Water Taxi Beach is open to the public daily (in season). Amenities include a tented dining/dancing area, tiki bar, pizza oven, hamburgers and hot dogs, volleyball and other beach sports and world-renowned DJs and live acts on weekends.

Admission during the day is free.  Evenings from $5 depending on event.