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Ranked #1 of 98 attractions in Brooklyn
- “Amazing view of Manhattan” 17/06/2013
- “well worth a wander” 17/06/2013
Category: Scenic/ Historic Walking Areas
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Offering magnificent views of the Manhattan skyline and the Brooklyn Bridge, this 1/3-mile-long sliver of green overlooks...
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Offering magnificent views of the Manhattan skyline and the Brooklyn Bridge, this 1/3-mile-long sliver of green overlooks Brooklyn's busy industrial waterfront.
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Ranked #2 of 98 attractions in Brooklyn
- “Fun to walk around” 17/06/2013
- “A DAY IN "THE PARK"” 05/06/2013
Category: Cemeteries
Green-Wood Cemetery in Brooklyn, NY, created in 1838 is New York City's most beautiful hidden gem. Easily accessabile by subway, the R train to Bklyn, 25 St station, walk up 1... more »
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Ranked #3 of 98 attractions in Brooklyn
- “Brooklyn skyline” 17/06/2013
- “Got to walk it if you're there” 16/06/2013
Category: Bridges
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Opened in 1883, the Brooklyn Bridge provides passage between Brooklyn and Manhattan for motorists, trains, bicycles and...
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Opened in 1883, the Brooklyn Bridge provides passage between Brooklyn and Manhattan for motorists, trains, bicycles and pedestrians. One of the primary symbols of New York City, it is a marvel of design and provides spectacular views of the city's skyline.
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Ranked #4 of 98 attractions in Brooklyn
- “Green gem in New York City” 15/06/2013
- “Cherry blossoms MIA” 13/06/2013
Category: Gardens
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A hot spot for proposals and weddings, the gardens 52 acres of magnificent flora and fauna provide the perfect romantic...
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A hot spot for proposals and weddings, the gardens 52 acres of magnificent flora and fauna provide the perfect romantic background. In late spring, the well-known Cranford Rose Garden features tens of thousands of roses flowing down arches, climbing up lattices and standing in formal beds.
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Ranked #5 of 98 attractions in Brooklyn
- “Wow!” 11/06/2013
- “Worship in Brooklyn” 01/06/2013
Category: Religious Sites
World-renowned choir of 240 voices has sold three million albums and won several Grammy and Dove Awards.
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Ranked #6 of 98 attractions in Brooklyn
- “Enjoyable” 17/06/2013
- “WOW.....great addition to Brooklyn” 09/06/2013
Category: Parks
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Brooklyn Bridge Park in Brooklyn has new ‘destination’ playgrounds, including a Water Lab to cool off in summer, Slide...
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Brooklyn Bridge Park in Brooklyn has new ‘destination’ playgrounds, including a Water Lab to cool off in summer, Slide Mountain, Swing Valley and the baby friendly Sandbox Village. Jane’s Carousel, in a glass-enclosed pavilion, has restored horses from 1922.
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Ranked #7 of 98 attractions in Brooklyn
- “Good Walking” 13/06/2013
- “A gracious walk back into history (cir...” 09/06/2013
Category: Neighbourhoods
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Relax on a bench to people watch, picnic or just take in the breathtaking views of the Manhattan skyline along this...
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Relax on a bench to people watch, picnic or just take in the breathtaking views of the Manhattan skyline along this exclusively pedestrain walkway that is lined with grand historic townhouses and features a playground at Montague Street.
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Ranked #8 of 98 attractions in Brooklyn
- “Wonderful exhibits” 17/06/2013
- “John Singer Sargent made it worth the...” 17/06/2013
Category: Natural History Museums; Art Museums; History Museums
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Located in central Brooklyn, the second-largest art museum in New York City, and one of the largest in the United States,...
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Located in central Brooklyn, the second-largest art museum in New York City, and one of the largest in the United States, houses a prestigious collection of work from ancient Egyptian masterpieces to contemporary art covering almost every culture an art lover could dream of.
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Ranked #9 of 98 attractions in Brooklyn
- “Christmas lights banazaa” 03/06/2013
- “Great Christmas tradition” 01/06/2013
Category: Other
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Ranked #10 of 98 attractions in Brooklyn
- “A small wonder” 12/06/2013
- “Brooklyn's backyard” 10/06/2013
Category: Parks
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Brooklyn's answer to Central Park, Prospect Park contains a zoo, an audubon center and the Brooklyn Museum of Art. Its...
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Brooklyn's answer to Central Park, Prospect Park contains a zoo, an audubon center and the Brooklyn Museum of Art. Its entrance is marked by the large Memorial Arch and it is a mecca for families and nature lovers who go to play ball, bird watch and listen to outdoor concerts.
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Ranked #11 of 98 attractions in Brooklyn
- “MTA Museum” 16/06/2013
- “Informative” 15/06/2013
Category: History Museums; Speciality Museums
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Recently re-opened after extensive renovations, the museum contains one hundred years of transit lore and memorabilia. Housed...
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Recently re-opened after extensive renovations, the museum contains one hundred years of transit lore and memorabilia. Housed in an authentic 1930's subway station, the new galleries and exhibits, many of which have interactive components, will thrill transportation and history buffs alike.
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Ranked #12 of 98 attractions in Brooklyn
- “Cool Brooklyn Neighborhood” 06/06/2013
- “Real NYC” 30/05/2013
Category: Neighbourhoods
Park Slope is the area of Brooklyn that families choose (with help from friends-of-friends, guidebooks and a couple of YouTube videos) to move to from the other side of the world... more »
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Ranked #13 of 98 attractions in Brooklyn
- “It was Ok” 17/06/2013
- “Great sound for a sports arena.” 15/06/2013
Category: Arenas/ Stadiums/ Fields
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Ranked #14 of 98 attractions in Brooklyn
- “The best of Brooklyn” 08/06/2013
- “Love the vibe at BAM's Harvey Theatre” 05/06/2013
Category: Theatres; Operas; Educational Sites; Performances; Ballets
Founded in 1859, this performing arts center is the oldest institution of its type still in operation in the United States.
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Ranked #15 of 98 attractions in Brooklyn
- “Beautiful destination for a ferry ride” 11/06/2013
- “The place for amazing photo shoot” 11/06/2013
Category: Neighbourhoods
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Ranked #16 of 98 attractions in Brooklyn
- “Wonderful day out with my daughter” 03/06/2013
- “By The Best Children's Museum” 15/04/2013
Category: Children’s Museums
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A wonderful place to spend the day with the family, this museum houses a remarkable, kid-friendly collection of 20,000...
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A wonderful place to spend the day with the family, this museum houses a remarkable, kid-friendly collection of 20,000 cultural artifacts and natural history specimens, plus live plants and animals, and award-winning exhibitions.
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Ranked #17 of 98 attractions in Brooklyn
- “Not during the day” 15/06/2013
- “Best Area for an evening of bar hoppin...” 07/06/2013
Category: Neighbourhoods
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Ranked #18 of 98 attractions in Brooklyn
- “Had Daughter's 2 yo birthday here” 03/06/2013
- “beautiful views” 25/05/2013
Category: Game/ Entertainment Centres
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Ranked #19 of 98 attractions in Brooklyn
- “We enjoyed the beach!” 12/06/2013
- “A very unique area unlike any other in...” 06/06/2013
Category: Neighbourhoods; Beaches
Located in New York, Brighton Beach is one of the largest Russian communities in the United States.
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Ranked #20 of 98 attractions in Brooklyn
- “Coney Island” 17/06/2013
- “Dirty and overrated” 17/06/2013
Category: Amusement/ Theme Parks; Wharfs/ Piers/ Boardwalks; Neighbourhoods; Beaches; Landmarks/ Points of Interest
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Home to famous rides like the Cyclone Roller Coaster, the Wonder Wheel and the Parachute Jump, this historic seaside section...
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Home to famous rides like the Cyclone Roller Coaster, the Wonder Wheel and the Parachute Jump, this historic seaside section of Broooklyn is about an hour by train from Manhattan and still boasts a lively boardwalk, beach, and the best hot dogs around.
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Ranked #21 of 98 attractions in Brooklyn
- “OK for tourists but not for New Yorker...” 03/06/2013
- “We Sailed Under It On Queen Mary 2” 02/05/2013
Category: Bridges
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The second longest suspension bridge in the world has historic Fort Hamilton in Brooklyn on one end, and Fort Wadsworth in...
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The second longest suspension bridge in the world has historic Fort Hamilton in Brooklyn on one end, and Fort Wadsworth in Staten Island on the other.
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Ranked #22 of 98 attractions in Brooklyn
- “Building 92 visit” 08/04/2013
- “for the history buffs out there” 14/03/2013
Category: Speciality Museums
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Ranked #23 of 98 attractions in Brooklyn
- “Theatrical "A" List” 17/12/2012
- “A really great, sleazy magic show call...” 27/03/2012
Category: Performances
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St. Ann's Warehouse is an interdisciplinary performing arts venue located in the heart of DUMBO, Brooklyn. Please join us for...
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St. Ann's Warehouse is an interdisciplinary performing arts venue located in the heart of DUMBO, Brooklyn. Please join us for our First Look 2006-2007, our season of Previews and Premieres. For more information please visit our website or call.
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Ranked #24 of 98 attractions in Brooklyn
- “Great Family Attraction” 18/06/2013
- “"A work in progress"” 14/06/2013
Category: Aquariums
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Situated on 14 acres by the sea in Coney Island, the Aquarium is home to over 8,000 animals. The Aquarium provides an...
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Situated on 14 acres by the sea in Coney Island, the Aquarium is home to over 8,000 animals. The Aquarium provides an enjoyable experience for the whole family. See friendly walruses, amazing sharks, playful sea otters and so much more. $13 adults, $10 seniors, $9 kids 3-12
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Ranked #25 of 98 attractions in Brooklyn
- “Well worth a visit if you are going to...” 25/04/2013
- “Fireworks at Grand Army Plaza” 26/03/2013
Category: Landmarks/ Points of Interest
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Ranked #26 of 98 attractions in Brooklyn
- “Wonderful Dutch Farmhouse in Brooklyn...” 20/05/2013
- “Early American history” 25/04/2013
Category: Museums
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Ranked #27 of 98 attractions in Brooklyn
- “New York Zoo's” 13/05/2013
- “Great zoo for small children” 09/04/2013
Category: Zoos; Nature/ Wildlife Areas; Educational Sites
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Operated by the Wildlife Conservation Society, this zoo exhibits more than 400 animals including Sea Lions, Wallabies, Red...
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Operated by the Wildlife Conservation Society, this zoo exhibits more than 400 animals including Sea Lions, Wallabies, Red Pandas, Snakes and Prairie Dogs.
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Ranked #28 of 98 attractions in Brooklyn
- “Deno's Wonder Wheel” 12/04/2013
- “Great spot on boardwalk for the smalle...” 07/04/2013
Category: Amusement/ Theme Parks
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Ranked #29 of 98 attractions in Brooklyn
- “Sacred Site” 15/01/2013
- “Breathtaking!” 27/09/2012
Category: Religious Sites
Finally finished in 1835, St. John's was built to serve the Episcopalian troops stationed at Fort Hamilton.
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Ranked #30 of 98 attractions in Brooklyn
- “Carroll gardens ..well..if you have ti...” 11/12/2012
- “Good restaurants” 21/11/2012
Category: Neighbourhoods
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