Long Island City

Long Island City sits on the Queens waterfront directly across the East River from Midtown Manhattan, with a skyline of new high‑rises, former industrial blocks, and a lively arts scene centered on MoMA PS1 and the waterfront at Gantry Plaza and Hunter’s Point South parks. Drivers gravitate to Court Square, Vernon Boulevard, and the waterfront piers for museums, dining, and skyline views, but these same hotspots bring busy traffic from the Queensboro Bridge, the Pulaski Bridge, and the Queens–Midtown Tunnel, making curb space competitive.

On-street spaces mix with metered spots and garages, including a large municipal facility by Court Square, yet demand spikes around the parks, Jackson Avenue, and near major transit hubs where short-term turnover is high. To simplify your trip, book parking in Long Island City ahead of time so you can arrive, park, and enjoy more of your day, and always review the latest official New York City parking rules and signs on the street when you arrive.