Fort Greene layers Revolutionary War history with a contemporary arts, culture and dining scene.
borough
Brooklyn
Verified facts
Coney Island remains Brooklyn's seaside amusement district and is described by NYC Tourism as New York City's playground.
Downtown Brooklyn is both a business district and a visitor center for public art, shopping and Michelin-recognized dining.
Brighton Beach is a major Brooklyn center for Russian-speaking culture, food and nightlife.
Flatbush's cultural identity is expressed through Caribbean food, music and carnival traditions as well as its broader immigrant history.
Brooklyn's neighborhood mix ranges from brownstone Cobble Hill and literary Park Slope to classic-meets-new Greenpoint and the mansion-lined streets of Clinton Hill.
Dumbo is a Brooklyn waterfront district known for skyline and bridge views, art galleries and experimental theater.
Bay Ridge combines major outdoor attractions with a strong Middle Eastern food scene.
Where it fits
United States