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Seward Park Tennis Courts

Brooklyn

Hard·Outdoor× 3

Court details

Also: Basketball · Handball

Cost

Free

Free

Details

Property type

Public park

Access

Walk-in

Open to

Public

About

A free, walk-in tennis spot at Seward Park on the Lower East Side, run on an honor system where players simply rotate on. It's a laid-back, no-permit alternative to New York City's citywide court-permit system, with a park atmosphere regulars love.

Courts & conditions

Three outdoor hard courts, open to the public.

Good to know

No permit or booking needed — courts run on a strict honor system, first come first play. The park also has basketball courts and a handball wall nearby.

Hours

Hours unconfirmed — call ahead before you go.

Location

Seward Park Tennis Courts, 28 Essex St, New York, NY 10002, USA

Sources (2)

ConfidenceLow

Limited public sources — details may be outdated, confirm before visiting.

Last checked: 2026-08-15

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