Guidebook for BKLYN, NYC
Food Scene
Wonderfully fresh lamb or chicken, admired by locals. Mediterranean at it's best.
6 locals recommend
Memo Shish Kebab - Brooklyn
1821 Kings HwyWonderfully fresh lamb or chicken, admired by locals. Mediterranean at it's best.
Healthy yet oversize meals, for Kosher and Mediterranean lovers alike. The street cafe is bustling with local life late nights.
7 locals recommend
Sunflower Cafe
1223 Quentin RdHealthy yet oversize meals, for Kosher and Mediterranean lovers alike. The street cafe is bustling with local life late nights.
Nagoya Sushi
1907 Kings HwyPerfect Japanese fair, modern and cozy at once.
World famous ORIGINAL Nathans, the Home of Hot Dog eating world championship. Go there for jumbo raw clams/fried frog legs/crab or lobster rolls - it not just burgers or world famous hot dogs! Wash it down with an over-sized cup of local Coney Island brew.
36 locals recommend
Nathan's Famous - Coney Island
1310 Surf AveWorld famous ORIGINAL Nathans, the Home of Hot Dog eating world championship. Go there for jumbo raw clams/fried frog legs/crab or lobster rolls - it not just burgers or world famous hot dogs! Wash it down with an over-sized cup of local Coney Island brew.
Sightseeing
Iconic NYC for generation, tourist's Mecca and local's delight. No need to describe - it has it all. Including the iconic amusement park (The Cyclon), many bars and pubs and restaurants, cabaret, live music, street food from around the globe, performing arts, minor league Baseball stadium, major concert venue and the wildest, newest roller-coaster in the area. Must be there, even on a shortest stay in New York.
663 locals recommend
Coney Island
Iconic NYC for generation, tourist's Mecca and local's delight. No need to describe - it has it all. Including the iconic amusement park (The Cyclon), many bars and pubs and restaurants, cabaret, live music, street food from around the globe, performing arts, minor league Baseball stadium, major concert venue and the wildest, newest roller-coaster in the area. Must be there, even on a shortest stay in New York.
Brooklyn Botanic Garden
990 Washington Ave
Brooklyn Bridge Park
334 Furman StBrooklyn Heights Promenade
Pierrepont PlaceGrand Army Plaza Greenmarket
Flatbush Avenue
Governors Island
DUMBO House
55 Water StConey Island Beach & Boardwalk
Coney Island Beach & Boardwalk
Bryant Park
Winter Village at Bryant Park
6th AvenueArts & Culture
Just seven minutes by NYC Subway, and you are transported into different reality: once there, it's hard to believe the bustling city is just on the other side of the fence. You may want to spend an entire day here: admiring the historic Japanese Garden (with it's original art pieces from the monastery), or Rose Garden, Tropical and mountain dessert Conservatories, Lotuses pond terraces, stunning collections of tulips, magnolias in the Spring, or Summer flowers till late November. Comes snowy winter, the place becomes none less but pure magic. Enjoy arts and music on the grounds and in the studios. Many seasonal festivals - from Sakura Matsuri to Hot Chili Peppers Fiesta to Easter festivities
2030 locals recommend
Brooklyn Botanic Garden
990 Washington AveJust seven minutes by NYC Subway, and you are transported into different reality: once there, it's hard to believe the bustling city is just on the other side of the fence. You may want to spend an entire day here: admiring the historic Japanese Garden (with it's original art pieces from the monastery), or Rose Garden, Tropical and mountain dessert Conservatories, Lotuses pond terraces, stunning collections of tulips, magnolias in the Spring, or Summer flowers till late November. Comes snowy winter, the place becomes none less but pure magic. Enjoy arts and music on the grounds and in the studios. Many seasonal festivals - from Sakura Matsuri to Hot Chili Peppers Fiesta to Easter festivities
Stunning Neo-Classical building with a 21-st Century twist. Must see. Not only it opens a window into Brooklyn's History and world'd cultures alike, but it is an essential staple of United States story. It is also featuring many festivals, live music/dance/yoga events, late night admissions (open till 11 pm. on certain nights) and cocktail parties.
3011 locals recommend
Brooklyn Museum
200 Eastern PkwyStunning Neo-Classical building with a 21-st Century twist. Must see. Not only it opens a window into Brooklyn's History and world'd cultures alike, but it is an essential staple of United States story. It is also featuring many festivals, live music/dance/yoga events, late night admissions (open till 11 pm. on certain nights) and cocktail parties.
Brooklyn Academy of Music
30 Lafayette AveProspect Park Bandshell
141 Prospect Park WestWhile easily accessible via Staten Island Ferry (which makes day-trip worthy experience of its own - seeing Downtown Manhattan skyline while crossing the New York Harbor past Statue of Liberty), it takes to to a different time and space: very calm, quaint and truly replenishes ones body and soul.
The Museum is just a part of an extensive Art, Culture and Nature area, with beautiful park and Botanical Garden, musical performances and more.
Famed Chinese Scholars Garden - the oldest structure in Western hemisphere, is also located there. It would make a wonderful day trip, that not many visitors (and New-Yorkers alike) have had pleasure to enjoy.
95 locals recommend
Snug Harbor Cultural Center & Botanical Garden
1000 Richmond TerraceWhile easily accessible via Staten Island Ferry (which makes day-trip worthy experience of its own - seeing Downtown Manhattan skyline while crossing the New York Harbor past Statue of Liberty), it takes to to a different time and space: very calm, quaint and truly replenishes ones body and soul.
The Museum is just a part of an extensive Art, Culture and Nature area, with beautiful park and Botanical Garden, musical performances and more.
Famed Chinese Scholars Garden - the oldest structure in Western hemisphere, is also located there. It would make a wonderful day trip, that not many visitors (and New-Yorkers alike) have had pleasure to enjoy.
Jacques Marchais Museum of Tibetan Art
338 Lighthouse AveNew York Chinese Scholar's Garden
1000 Richmond TerraceGovernors Island Ferry
10 South StParks & Nature
Also, outstanding open Ocean beaches, hiking rails, sports/picnics/art&craft festivals/food&craft beers (in season). One secret spot is Community theater (on Summer weekends) that rivals Broadway musicals by quality (not by crowds/ticket prices). Tickets must be reserved well in advance, therefore.
Gateway National Recreation Area (Fort Tilden)
State RoadAlso, outstanding open Ocean beaches, hiking rails, sports/picnics/art&craft festivals/food&craft beers (in season). One secret spot is Community theater (on Summer weekends) that rivals Broadway musicals by quality (not by crowds/ticket prices). Tickets must be reserved well in advance, therefore.
From outdoors gymnasium to basketball and tennis courts to rental bikes and pedaling vehicles for families, couples etc. this park has it all.
29 locals recommend
Marine Park
From outdoors gymnasium to basketball and tennis courts to rental bikes and pedaling vehicles for families, couples etc. this park has it all.
Once again, you won't believe Midtown Manhattan is mere 35 min. away once you step into this prehistoric native America's landscape. Your body and soul will rejuvenate as you hike among grasses and field flowers surrounding the salt water inlet. Plenty of native birds, including hawks and white cranes, to spot.
Salt Marsh Nature Center
3301 Avenue UOnce again, you won't believe Midtown Manhattan is mere 35 min. away once you step into this prehistoric native America's landscape. Your body and soul will rejuvenate as you hike among grasses and field flowers surrounding the salt water inlet. Plenty of native birds, including hawks and white cranes, to spot.
Prospect Park
Prospect Park Zoo
450 Flatbush AveFort Tilden
Governors Island Picnic Point
910 Gresham Rd
Rockaway Beach
Neighborhoods
Best view of Downtown Manhattan/Brooklyn&Manhattan bridges - all from beautiful, lively parkways touched by fresh waters of the mighty East River. Legendary photo-spots, seen in countless Films. Indoors and outdoors performances, fantastic Art installations, Art galleries, festivals, under the stars Film screenings, extensive food scene (on any palate and wallet) and generally great vibe.
159 locals recommend
Dumbo
Best view of Downtown Manhattan/Brooklyn&Manhattan bridges - all from beautiful, lively parkways touched by fresh waters of the mighty East River. Legendary photo-spots, seen in countless Films. Indoors and outdoors performances, fantastic Art installations, Art galleries, festivals, under the stars Film screenings, extensive food scene (on any palate and wallet) and generally great vibe.
Brooklyn Heights
Park Slope
Flatbush
Coney Island Station Brooklyn Post Office
Williamsburg Bridge
Williamsburg Bridge