Inwood / Riverdale

At the northern tip of Manhattan and the northwest Bronx, Inwood and Riverdale combine leafy parks with classic city energy. Visitors come for Inwood Hill Park’s trails and the Dyckman Farmhouse Museum in Inwood, while Riverdale draws people to Wave Hill’s gardens and Hudson River views. Traffic is generally busiest along Broadway, Dyckman Street, Riverdale Avenue, and near Henry Hudson Parkway exits, especially around retail and transit hubs.

On-street parking includes metered spaces and streets with Alternate Side Parking, and garages or lots are more limited, so the toughest spots are typically near Dyckman Street dining, Inwood Hill Park trailheads, Wave Hill, and the Riverdale Avenue and Johnson Avenue commercial corridors. For a smoother trip, book parking in Inwood / Riverdale in advance to save time and reduce stress, and always read posted signs and meter rules carefully. Before you go, confirm the latest regulations and hours with official city sources to avoid surprises.