Best Climbing Gyms in New York
11 climbing gyms compared · avg 4.7★ · updated August 2026
What climbing gyms cost in New York
Of the 11 climbing gyms listed in New York, 8 publish a price. They range from $24 to $37, with a median of $34 — $9 above the median across every city we track. The lowest published rate belongs to Area 53 - Adventure Park at $24.
3 listings do not publish a rate. Most climbing gyms that withhold pricing quote on enquiry, so calling is usually faster than filling in a form.
Confirmed across New York: 10 of 11 have bouldering, 11 of 11 have top rope, 7 of 11 have lead, 8 of 11 have auto belay and 11 of 11 have gear rental. Anything not listed simply has not been verified yet.
The Gravity Vault Westbury is the highest-rated, at 4.9★ from 251 Google reviews.
Side-by-Side Comparison
Pricing, features, and ratings for the top 11 climbing gyms in New York.
| Name | Rating | Day Pass | Bouldering | Top Rope | Lead | Auto Belay | Gear Rental | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Gravity Vault Westbury | 4.9★(251) | — | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | View → |
| Hapik Industry City | 4.8★(165) | — | — | ✓ | — | ✓ | ✓ | View → |
| Movement LIC | 4.7★(1632) | $37 | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | — | ✓ | View → |
| Movement Gowanus | 4.7★(656) | $37 | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | — | ✓ | View → |
| MetroRock Bushwick | 4.7★(440) | $28 | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | View → |
| VITAL Climbing Gym - West Harlem | 4.7★(269) | $28.50 | ✓ | ✓ | — | — | ✓ | View → |
| Central Rock Gym - Manhattan | 4.7★(186) | — | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | View → |
| ClimbZone Palisades | 4.7★(70) | $27 | ✓ | ✓ | — | ✓ | ✓ | View → |
| Brooklyn Boulders Queensbridge | 4.6★(877) | $34 | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | View → |
| VITAL Climbing Gym - Brooklyn | 4.6★(800) | $35 | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | View → |
| Area 53 - Adventure Park | 4.4★(3907) | $24 | ✓ | ✓ | — | ✓ | ✓ | View → |
All Climbing Gyms in New York
The Gravity Vault Westbury
4.9★ · 251 reviews
Hapik Industry City
4.8★ · 165 reviews
Movement LIC
4.7★ · 1632 reviews
Movement Gowanus
4.7★ · 656 reviews
MetroRock Bushwick
4.7★ · 440 reviews
VITAL Climbing Gym - West Harlem
4.7★ · 269 reviews
Central Rock Gym - Manhattan
4.7★ · 186 reviews
ClimbZone Palisades
4.7★ · 70 reviews
Brooklyn Boulders Queensbridge
4.6★ · 877 reviews
VITAL Climbing Gym - Brooklyn
4.6★ · 800 reviews
Area 53 - Adventure Park
4.4★ · 3907 reviews
Frequently Asked Questions
How many climbing gyms are in New York?
New York has 11 active climbing gyms listed in our directory.
What is the average rating for climbing gyms in New York?
The average Google rating across climbing gyms in New York is 4.7 stars.
What is the top-rated climbing gym in New York?
The Gravity Vault Westbury is currently the highest-rated climbing gym in New York.