There are 197 dog friendly activities in New York. Use the links below to get an overview of each one, see pictures, print directions, and even read reviews from other dog owners. Coming from out of town? Get a discounted rate on pet friendly hotels in New York.
New York City Ghosts
Bring Fido for a ghoulish walk through Greenwich Village on a New York City Ghosts tour. Leashed pets are welcome to join their owners as long as they don't become disruptive or distracting to the tour. All the tales you'll find here are based on research and deep dives into the area's history. Reservations via New York City Ghosts' website or by phone are required.
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Dog Run at Stuyvesant Square Park
Dogs of all sizes enjoy roaming off-leash at the dog run in Stuyvesant Square Park in New York, NY. This well-shaded recreation area allows pups to run and socialize without
any restraints. Ensure Fido remains leashed when in the larger community park until in the designated off-leash space.
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William Secord Gallery
William Secord Gallery is a dog-friendly art gallery in New York, NY. Leashed dogs are welcome to join you as you browse the 19th and 20th-century paintings. Dog lovers will be enthralled with the selection of original dog paintings, books and more. You can even commission a portrait of Fido!
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Tompkins Square Dog Run
Bring Fido to play off-leash at the Tompkins Square Dog Run in New York, NY. This popular recreation area is fully fenced with plenty of space for your furry friend to run and socialize. There are two separate spaces for dogs over 25 lbs and pups under 25 lbs. Owners can relax on benches while they keep their eyes on their dogs.
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Dog Run at Union Square Park
Friendly owners and pets love to socialize at the dog run in Union Square Park in New York, NY. When pups enter the gated dog run, they are welcome to play and socialize off-leash. Remember to leash your dog back up when re-entering the community park. Visitors must pick up after their dogs and dispose of the waste in containers provided throughout the park.
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Leroy Street Dog Run
Bring Fido to socialize and explore at the off-leash Leroy Street Dog Run! This recreation space for pups is located inside the Hudson River Park in New York, NY. The entire area is fenced-in and features a double-gated entry and exit vestibule, fresh running water, benches, trash receptacles and more.
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Dog Run at Peter Detmold Park
While you and Fido stroll through Peter Detmold Park in New York, NY, let him play off-leash for a bit at the dog run. This gated recreation space welcomes pups to socialize without restraints. The dog run is located West of FDR Drive, between East 49th & East 51st streets. Ensure Fido remains leashed when in the larger community park.
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Dog Run at de Witt Clinton Park
Bring your pup to play off-leash at this small, fenced dog run near the water in De Witt Clinton Park in New York, NY. Here, your furry friend can socialize and explore with his pet companions without any restraints. This recreational space features two separate areas.
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Queen Mary II
Queen Mary II is a pet-friendly cruise ship that travels between New York and Southampton, UK. A kennel master will look after your pooch during the journey, clean up, and even walk them in the recreation area. Dogs heading to the U.K. from the U.S. will require microchipping, rabies vaccinations, tapeworm and flea and tick treatment (within a certain time of your trip), and a pet passport. Pets in the upper kennels must weigh under 26 lbs, and larger animals are housed in the lower kennels.
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The Secret City 'Manhattan Scavenger Hunt'
The Secret City plan and organize a fantastic dog-friendly scavenger hunt through the heart of Manhattan, NY. Book your ticket online and embark on an experience which begins with puzzle-filled clues sent to your phone. Allow Fido to join your team as you unravel the answers to unlock your path through the city.
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NYC Horse Carriage Rides
NYC Horse Carriage Rides offers pet-friendly tours in the Big Apple. Take a trot through the iconic Central Park in New York, NY, with your pup. They offer a range of different tours, including proposals, holidays, proposals and grand. Leashed dogs are welcome as long as they are well-behaved and don't startle the horses.
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Manhattan Kayak Co.
Paddle with your best friend at summer Splash for Dogs, a dog-friendly activity run by Manhattan Kayak Co. in New York, NY. No experience is necessary when bringing Fido aboard a kayak or paddle board during this fun lesson for beginners. Get outfitted, learn basic strokes, and launch at the Pier 84 Boathouse. After you've found your sea legs, set out on a 45 minute cruise of the cove. Staff are on-hand and positioned in the water to supervise this exciting excursion and ensure you and your pup stay safe. Dogs weighing up to 50 lbs can join their owner on a single kayak, double kayak, or paddle board. Dogs over 50 lbs are assigned to the the big easy boards so you can both sit comfortably, and dogs under 15 lbs can ride together.
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Carl Schurz Park
Leashed dogs love walking through the pet-friendly Carl Schurz Park in New York, NY. This public recreation space is located along the East River and features a variety of amenities for parkgoers. Fido is welcome to socialize off-leash only when inside a designated dog run located in the park.
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Charging Bull Statue
Can your dog grab the bull by the paws? Bring Fido along to see the dog-friendly, famous Charging Bull Statue designed by Maestro Arturo Di Modica. The iconic sculpture is located in Bowling Green, New York, NY, at the intersections of Broadway and Morris St, a block north of the South Ferry building at the southern tip of Manhattan Island.
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American Kennel Club Museum of the Dog
Unfortunately, the American Kennel Club Museum of the Dog in New York, NY, does not allow dogs inside. The museum pays homage to our best friends. This canine collection returned home to the Big Apple on February 8, 2019. Just a short walkies from Grand Central Station, you can hire the good people at Rover to dog-sit or walk your pup while checking out the exhibits. The museum is home to 180 pieces of dog artwork and several interactive exhibits spread across three stories. Train a virtual pup, check out their app and enjoy the other interactive displays.
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McNally Jackson Books
A pet-friendly independent bookstore in New York, NY, McNally Jackson Books welcomes you and your pup to get lost in literature. This bookshop and cafe stocks their shelves with best sellers, rare titles and everything in between.
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Cooper Park Dog Run
Fido is invited to play at Cooper Park Dog Run in New York. Locals love this fenced, off-leash dog run that allows pups of all sizes to get out and play. A water station and benches are also available on site.
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Chelsea Waterside Dog Park
The Chelsea Waterside Park is a section of the Hudson River Park in New York, NY. The dog park has expanded by nearly 4,000 square feet, from 3,500 square feet to 7,400 square feet. It has separate areas for large dogs and small dogs and features innovative canine-friendly water spray jets as well as mounds and boulders. New tiered seating and benches increase the seating capacity for dog owners fivefold — providing more shade and greater comfort. All dog runs are open daily from 6:00 AM–1:00 AM.
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Dog Run at Theodore Roosevelt Park
Located in Theodore Roosevelt Park is a fenced-in dog run where Fido can play off-leash with his pet companions. This New York, NY, recreation area is located at Central Park W at W 81st St. Ensure Fido remains leashed in the park until in this designated off-leash play area.
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Hudson River Park
Leashed pups are welcome to join their owners when visiting Hudson River Park in New York, NY. This dog-friendly recreation area features endless amenities, including athletic fields, sports courts, boating, cycling, a skatepark, running and much more.
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