Orchard Beach, Bronx's sole public beach, was proclaimed "The Riviera of New York" when it was created in the 1930s. The 115-acre, 1.1-mile-long beach contains a hexagonal-block promenade, a …

Orchard Beach (sometimes called the Bronx Riviera) is the only public beach in the New York City borough of the Bronx. The 115-acre (47 ha), 1.1-mile-long (1.8 km) beach is part of Pelham Bay Park …

Formerly known as "The Riviera of New York City," Orchard Beach, the Bronx's only beach, is still a popular hotspot on a hot day. The beach sits on the Long Island Sound and offers a one-of-a-kind …

134 reviews and 268 photos of ORCHARD BEACH "Welcome to Orchard Beach- Its bountiful crescent shaped bosom encompases some of the most exciting scenery on the Long Island Sound.

Find out how to get to Orchard Beach on MTA subways and buses. Beaches are open from Memorial Day weekend through the summer along Long Island Sound in Pelham Bay Park.

Dec 21, 2025 · Orchard Beach in the Bronx: the parking, the food, the swimming conditions, and how to make a full family day without paying for anything beyond transit.

Aug 10, 2024 · This artificial beach was constructed in the late 1930s, and features more than a mile-long beach forming a crescent shape, with a massive pavilion, a spacious boardwalk, and amenities …

The area became known as Orchard Beach, after the orchards that once graced private estates nearby. Camping increased steadily in subsequent years, and by 1917, seasonal attendance had risen to …

Who remembers Orchard Beach and Coney Island looking like this on hot summer days in the 50s and 60s. Blankets were spread almost on top of neighboring blankets and you had to step other people’s...

Apr 4, 2025 · So, if you want a day at the beach in NYC but don't want to go to the Hamptons, head to the Bronx Riviera, Orchard Beach, instead. With plenty of sand to relax on and a short commute from …