Fort Tilden, New York City

Name: Fort Tilden
Address: New York City, United States

#618 among attractions in New York City

Park, Relax in park, Top attraction

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Fort Tilden, also known as Fort Tilden Historic District, is a former United States Army installation on the coast in the New York City borough of Queens. Fort Tilden now forms part of the Gateway National Recreation Area, and is administered by the National Park Service. ()

Built: 1917 (107 years ago)Area: 98 acres (0.1531 mi²)Elevation: 3 ft a.s.l.Coordinates: 40°33'42"N, 73°53'46"W

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Fort Tilden – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: The Holocaust Memorial Park, Jacob Riis Park, Aviator Sports and Events Center, Tribute Park.

3.3 miNW
Memorial
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Park, Neighbourhood
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1.9 miN
Sport venue, Sport, Sport complex
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3.3 miNE
Park
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Synagogue, Modernist architecture
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Park
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Bridge
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Beach
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Museum
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