New York state has over 200 labyrinths and I have selected 11 of the best ( publicly accessible from around the state that I think you would enjoy visiting. If you want a full list of labyrinths in the state check out the Worldwide Labyrinth Finder.

Why visit a Labyrinth ?

Labyrinths are ancient and mysterious symbols that have been used for centuries for meditation, contemplation, and spiritual renewal. They are also a lot of fun to explore! If you're looking for a unique and challenging experience, walk a labyrinth with intention - it often leads to self-discovery. Personally, I like to walk labyrinths between dawn and sunrise or at sunset until dusk, but any time of day works. You may not realize it, but there is probably a labyrinth near where you live. Today we explore…

11 Labyrinths to Visit in New York

1. Battery Park - The Labyrinth for Contemplation

This 7 circuit labyrinth that is 60 feet in diameter is located in the grass of Battery Park. The best way to find this is by searching for The Battery Labyrinth on Google Maps. It also has it’s own Facebook page !

Location: New York City, New York

Address:
Battery Park
New York City, New York 10004

2. Maria Hernandez Park Labyrinth

This 9 circuit Roman labyrinth is located in the center of the park, and in the center of the labyrinth is a mosaic of a parrot. The closest train stop is the Jefferson street L station.

Location: Brooklyn, New York (Bushwick)

Address:

Knickerbocker Ave.
Brooklyn, New York 11237

3. Castleton Hill Moravian Church Labyrinth

An 8 circuit labyrinth with a “Vision Quest” design that is located in the church courtyard. The labyrinth has it’s own page on the church website which notes that there is a preschool playground nearby to be aware of.

Location: Staten Island, New York

Address:

1657 Victory Blvd.
Staten Island, New York 10314

4. Suffolk County Community College, Michael J. Grant Campus Labyrinth

This 11 circuit medieval labyrinth on Long Island is made from bricks/pavers and is easy to locate with this map pin. If you visit, park in Parking Field #2. The labyrinth is surrounded by 14 benches !

Location: Brentwood, New York

Address:

1001 Crooked Hill Road
Brentwood, New York 11717

5. Labyrinth by the Sea at Rockaway Beach

A 7 circuit Chartres style labyrinth located between the parkway and the boardwalk in a project completed in 2023. Not shown on Google Maps as I write this (it is new) but it is there ! You can learn more about the labyrinth on the NYC website about the project.

Location: Rockaway Beach, New York

Address:
Shore Front Pkwy & 93rd St
Rockaway Beach, New York 11693

6. Trinity Episcopal Church Labyrinth

This 7 circuit Chartres style labyrinth is brick lined with grass pathways. It can be found north of the parking lot and includes benches in the center.

Location: Rochester, New York

Address:
3450 Ridge Road West
Rochester, New York 14626

7. Hofstra University Labyrinth

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An 11 circuit Chartres replica labyrinth that is located on the campus of Hofstra University.

Location: Hempstead, New York

Address:

149 California Ave.
Hempstead, New York 11549

8. Garrison Institute Labyrinth

I like this 7 circuit classical labyrinth because it is made with small box hedges that have grown over the years and really made a great labyrinth. This article from 2010 speaks about the dedication and you can see the small plantings. The institute is used for retreats and events.

Location: Garrison, New York

Address:

14 Mary's Way
Garrison, New York 10524

9. The Path at Sunset Hill Labyrinth

Labyrinth content starts at 1:10 in the video below:

This 7 circuit concentric labyrinth, located next to the cemetery is open from dawn til dusk. It is made form stone pathways in the grass. It looks great in satellite view !

Location: Clinton, New York

Address:

Grant Road
Clinton, New York 13323

10. Vassar College Farm and Ecological Preserve - Willow Grove Labyrinth

11. Vassar College Labyrinth

A 7 circuit Cretan Labyrinth made of brick and stone dust is located at the Vassar College Farm called the Willow Grove Labyrinth. It can easily be found using this pinpoint on Maps. Enter through a trellis and find a bench waiting for you in the center. There is also a new 7 circuit labyrinth in front of the Pratt House on main campus.

Location: Poughkeepsie, New York

Addresses:

Vassar Farm Ln.
Poughkeepsie, New York 12603

15 Pratt Loop
Poughkeepsie, New York 12604

5 TIPS FOR VISITING A LABYRINTH

Set an intention for your walk so you can walk with purpose. It could be prayer, reflection, meditation, contemplation, or openness.
Be sure to wear comfortable shoes, as you will be doing a lot of walking.
Bring water with you, especially if you are visiting on a hot day.
Take your time and enjoy the experience. There is no need to rush through a labyrinth.
Be respectful of other visitors. This includes not making noise and being respectful if walking with other people.

5 BOOKS TO READ ABOUT LABYRINTH WALKING

I wrote a blog post reviewing the following 5 books, each that deals with walking labyrinths. You can check them out yourself at the Amazon links below or read this blog post: 5 Books about the Spiritual Aspect of Labyrinths to learn a little about what each book teaches.

Walking a Sacred Path: Rediscovering the Labyrinth as a Spiritual Tool by Dr. Lauren Artress 201 pages. AMZN
Labyrinth : Your Path to Self-Discovery by Tony Christie 312 pages. AMZN
Exploring the Labyrinth: A Guide For Healing and Spiritual Growth by Melissa Gayle West 209 pages AMZN
Walking the Labyrinth: A Place to Pray and Seek God by Travis Scholl 240 pages AMZN
Labyrinths from the Outside In: Walking to Spiritual Insight by Rev Dr Donna Schaper and Rev Dr Carole Ann Camp 187 pages AMZN

If you are interested in more spiritual labyrinth aspects I suggest the following websites:

Lauren Artress website - For coaching, workshops and classes.
Veriditas - The nonprofit labyrinth group founded by Lauren Artress
Worldwide Labyrinth Finder - Find a labyrinth to walk near you, or while on vacation

I am a maze artist and I have made of few mazes from New York:

NYC Subway Map Maze(s)

Empire State Building Maze

Here are some mazes of famous buildings from other locations:

Taj Mahal Maze

The Louvre Maze

Templo de Sangre de Cristo Maze

The Pro Football Hall of Fame Maze

The Maze Agency (2023) AMZN

by Mike W. Barr (Author), Silvano Beltramo (Cover Art, Artist, Colorist)

29 pages, Scout Comics

I was excited to hear about the return of The Maze Agency. This is the 4th time the comic has returned 1988-1989-1997-2005-2023. It was nominated for a Eisner Award way back in 1989 as the best new comic. What makes this comic special is that it revolves around 2 detectives who try to solve a crime that plays out in front of you. All clues they see, you see. By the end of the book the question becomes - Do you know whodunnit ? In this first issue I played along and got the answer right ! So much fun. And of course you get a few mazes along the way - on the cover and in the logo.

I recommend it. 8.4/10. Read more about the history of the comic on Wikipedia.

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