Guidebook for Brooklyn
Sightseeing
Brooklyn Bridge
Brooklyn Bridge PromenadeConey Island Beach & Boardwalk
Prospect Park
Prospect Park Zoo
450 Flatbush AveBrooklyn Heights Promenade
Pierrepont PlaceMovie set galore!! Astonishing views across Manhattan, Unique photo opportunities as there is no other place like this, under 2 big bridges, the Brooklyn and Manhattan. Cobble streets mixed with old street car tracks laid down, amongst vintage stores, eclectic bars and eateries. Iconic civil war warehouses and Carousel down by the waterfront.
159 locals recommend
Dumbo
Movie set galore!! Astonishing views across Manhattan, Unique photo opportunities as there is no other place like this, under 2 big bridges, the Brooklyn and Manhattan. Cobble streets mixed with old street car tracks laid down, amongst vintage stores, eclectic bars and eateries. Iconic civil war warehouses and Carousel down by the waterfront.
Beautiful Japanese Garden, Hot house with tropical plants and discovery garden for kids
2030 locals recommend
Brooklyn Botanic Garden
990 Washington AveBeautiful Japanese Garden, Hot house with tropical plants and discovery garden for kids
Brooklyn Museum
200 Eastern PkwyGreat Art, good rotating exhibitions and permanent collection.
Unique walk through the old meatpacking district where old meets new.
119 locals recommend
The High Line
Unique walk through the old meatpacking district where old meets new.
Neighborhoods
Wonderful quiet neighborhood on the edge of Brownstone Prospect Park, new crowd meets long time locals, nice eateries, bars, coffee shops, great cinema. A small town vibe with great connection to Manhattan and rest of Brooklyn
19 locals recommend
Windsor Terrace
Wonderful quiet neighborhood on the edge of Brownstone Prospect Park, new crowd meets long time locals, nice eateries, bars, coffee shops, great cinema. A small town vibe with great connection to Manhattan and rest of Brooklyn
Park Slope
Family Friendly Neighborhood with small boutique stores and eateries
Iconic Neighborhood with Beautiful Architecture. Fun East river waterside park with rollerskating, hammocks and water fountains. Great kids park at Pier 6. Can also catch the Ferry/Water Taxi over to Governors Island.
126 locals recommend
Brooklyn Heights
Iconic Neighborhood with Beautiful Architecture. Fun East river waterside park with rollerskating, hammocks and water fountains. Great kids park at Pier 6. Can also catch the Ferry/Water Taxi over to Governors Island.
Chinatown
Amazing food and character....Dim Sum
Food scene
Krupa Grocery
231 Prospect Park WestGood food and outdoor space
Della
1238 Prospect AveCozy atmosphere, great food.
Brunswick
240 Prospect Park WestGreat brunch spot.
Giovanni's Brooklyn Eats
1666 8th AveGood Italian fare for lunch and dinner.
East Wind Snack Shop
417 16th StCozy spot for authentic Asian food.
The Double Windsor
210 Prospect Park WestGood pub food.
Daytime
199 Windsor PlCozy neighborhood spot for coffees and brunches.
City advice
Travelling with kids
Bring a babyseat for the taxi ride, or book one in advance
Please bear in mind when traveling with an infant. By law taxis cannot travel with a baby without a carseat. Either bring your own carseat or book a taxi that has carseats. Legends Taxis in Brooklyn (1 888 534 3637) can provide taxi pick up with carseats
Ways to save
Public transport is the cheapest and quickest way to ride.
To get around the city the best idea is to get a Metrocard, click the Value option at the machine and that will give you a set amount to add to the card. You can travel the buses and the Subway with this.
Book before you go
Broadway Shows and Concerts
Always a good idea to book before you come as productions can sell out quickly well in advance.
Customs and culture
When ordering Pizza, order by the slice.
Ordering a whole Pizza will mean you eating Pizza for the next couple of days - they are huge. Try ordering a few slices and choosing a few different combinations.