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Queens Neighborhood Guide

Richmond Hill

Historic homes at the edge of Forest Park

Victorian homes with corner turrets in the Richmond Hill Historic District, Queens

Photo: CaptJayRuffins, CC BY-SA 4.0

Richmond Hill is a historic residential neighborhood in central Queens, known for its Victorian-era houses, its diverse community, and its border with Forest Park — over 500 acres of woodland, trails, and recreation. The neighborhood's hilltop streets and classic architecture give it a character all its own.

Jamaica Avenue and Liberty Avenue provide everyday shopping and dining, while the park offers a green escape just steps from home.

Getting Around

  • J and Z trains along Jamaica Avenue
  • Bus service along Jamaica, Liberty, and Atlantic Avenues
  • Easy access to the Jackie Robinson Parkway and Van Wyck Expressway

Shopping & Dining

  • Jamaica Avenue's long-established shopping corridor
  • Liberty Avenue's Caribbean and South Asian restaurants and markets
  • Neighborhood bakeries, groceries, and family-run shops

Local Attractions

  • Forest Park — trails, the historic carousel, golf course, and Victory Field
  • The Richmond Hill gate and monument entrances to Forest Park
  • Historic Victorian architecture along the neighborhood's hilltop blocks

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