Bryant Park is a 9.6-acre public park located in Midtown Manhattan, New York City. Situated behind the New York Public Library, the park stretches from 40th to 42nd Streets and Fifth to Sixth Avenues. Originally named Reservoir Square, the park was renamed in 1884 after William Cullen Bryant, a poet and journalist who was a longtime editor of the New York Evening Post.

In the early 20th century, the park fell into disrepair and became a haven for crime and prostitution. However, in the 1980s, a major restoration effort was undertaken, led by the Bryant Park Corporation, a private non-profit organization. The park reopened in 1992 with a new design featuring walking paths, gardens, and a central lawn. Today, Bryant Park is a popular destination for both locals and tourists, offering free Wi-Fi, outdoor concerts and movie screenings, and a variety of food and drink vendors. The park is also home to the famous Bryant Park Winter Village, which features ice skating, holiday markets, and festive decorations during the winter months.