| Downtown Brooklyn (New York) | |
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| State | United States of America |
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| Federated state | New York |
Downtown Brooklyn is a zone of Brooklyn in the city of New York.
To know
Downtown Brooklyn, which is the shopping area, is mainly located along Fulton Street, west of Flatbush Avenue, and looks like the center of any other average American city, with department stores, clothing stores, electronics, Borough Hall, two university, two train stations, the Brooklyn Academy of Music concert hall, several office buildings as well as government, state and federal buildings including courts. The area is served by several subway lines.
How to orient yourself
Downtown Brooklyn: full screen map.Neighborhoods
Includes Brooklyn Heights, DUMBO, Cobble Hill, Boerum Hill, Fort Greene, Clinton Hill, and Navy Yard neighborhoods.
- Brooklyn Heights residential neighborhood with elegant buildings and historic churches. It is a bit expensive area, partly due to the fact that it offers a great view of the skyline of Lower Manhattan. The characteristic buildings and the many shops give it a very lively aspect. It is the richest and most expensive area of Brooklyn, more expensive than some parts of Manhattan.
- Cobble Hill quiet neighborhood where there are many bookshops, shops and restaurants. It is also an old Italian neighborhood where pizzerias and ice cream shops can still be found. Great restaurants and bars along Court Street and Smith Street.
- DUMBO acronym for Down Under the Manhattan Bridge Overpass. Once favored by artists for the presence of numerous lofts, it is now a more affluent and trendy area. take a walk in the park along the river to admire the Brooklyn and the Manhattan Bridge and the skyline of Manhattan.
- Fort Greene it has a few restaurants and the Brooklyn Academy of Music which hosts cinemas, plays and concerts.
Downtown Brooklyn skyline
How to get
By subway
Most lines that pass through Brooklyn also pass through here. The main station is that of Atlantic Avenue (sometimes also called Pacific Street), the largest outside Manhattan and a very important hub. There B. (only on weekdays), D., M. (rush hour only), No., Q, R., 2, 3, 4, is 5 (only on weekdays) they all stop here. There is little to see around here, but if you have to change trains this is the place.
Another important station is that of Borough Hall, served by the lines 2, 3, 4, 5 (only on weekdays) e R.. This station is close to major attractions.Clark Street, served by the lines 2 is 3 is the closest to the Brooklyn Bridge.
Even the lines TO, C., F., is G. they pass through this area, but changing to and from them can be difficult (between them it is easier). The best ways to switch between these and those that go to Atlantic Avenue are Fulton Street in Manhattan (station a little hard to understand), Jay Street / Metrotech and the Franklin Avenue Shuttle in Bed-Stuy.
By bus
There are several bus lines that connect Downtown Brooklyn to other Brooklyn neighborhoods (map in PDF), note the services to Downtown Brooklyn in the upper right corner); There is no longer the B51 bus that passed through the Manhattan Bridge and connected Downtown Brooklyn with Manhattan.
On foot or by bicycle
Both the Brooklyn Bridge and the Manhattan Bridge can be crossed on foot and by bicycle. The view of the Manhattan Bridge is disturbed by security fences, and you are always disturbed by subway trains, which is why the Brooklyn Bridge is more recommended for pedestrians.
How to get around
What see
Brooklyn Borough Hall
- 1 Brooklyn Bridge. Construction work on the first East River bridge between Manhattan and Brooklyn began in 1870, and in 1883 the suspension bridge was completed. A plaque on the bridge defines it structure of beauty. It is one of the symbols of the city.
- 2 Brooklyn Historical Society, 128 Pierrepont Street (to Clinton; metro: 2/3/4/5 to Borough Hall, A / C / F to Jay Street-Borough Hall, or M / R to Court Street-Borough Hall), ☎ 1 718 222-4111, fax: 1 718 222-3794.
$ 6 adults, $ 4 seniors / students / teachers, children under 12 free. 
Wed-Fri 12-17, Sat 10-17, Sun 12-17. Museum and library dedicated to the history of Brooklyn. - 3 Micro Museum, 123 Smith Street (between Pacific and Dean; metro: F / G to Bergen Street or A / C trains to Hoyt-Schermerhorn Street), ☎ 1 718 797-3116. Sun-Fri 9-21, Sat 12-19.
- 4 Museum of Contemporary African Diasporan Arts (MoCADA), 80 Hanson Place (in Portland; subway: C to Lafayette Avenue, G to Fulton Street, 2/3/4/5 / B / Q to Atlantic Avenue, or D / M / N / R to Pacific Street; LIRR: Flatbush Avenue), ☎ 1 718 230-0492, fax: 1 718-230-0246, @[email protected]. Suggested $ 4 adults, $ 3 students (16 and under), free for children 12 and under. Wed-Sun 11-18.
- 5 New York Transit Museum, corner of Boerum Place and Schermerhorn Street, ☎ 1 718 694-1600. $ 5 adults, $ 3 children (3–17) and seniors (62). Free seniors on Wednesdays. Tue-Fri 10-16, Sat-Sun 12-17, closed on Mondays and main holidays. standalone branch of the MTA, housed in the old Court Street station. Closed to passengers in 1946, it reopened in 1976 as the New York Transit Exhibit and was successful enough to make it permanent. The museum consists of two underground levels: the Mezzanine, which houses exhibitions on the construction of the subway, New York surface transport, various collections and temporary exhibitions dedicated to the world of transport; and the platform, which houses about 20 historic cars dating back to 1903 and a still functioning signal tower. The museum promotes various events throughout the year such as art projects, subway walking tours and historic car rides. There is another part of the same museum in Grand Central Station a MidtownManhattan.
$ 6 adults, $ 4 seniors / students / teachers, children under 12 free. 
Wed-Fri 12-17, Sat 10-17, Sun 12-17. Museum and library dedicated to the history of Brooklyn.What to do
19th century federal style houses on Willow Street in Brooklyn Heights
Concerts
- Bargemusic, at Fulton Ferry Landing (subway: A / C to High Street-Brooklyn Bridge or F to York Street), @[email protected]. A hidden gem. An old barn permanently nestled under the Brooklyn Bridge offers chamber music every week including cheese, wine, sofas, a fireplace and a very peaceful and relaxing environment. It also offers the opportunity to admire the Lower Manhattan skyline.
- Brooklyn Academy of Music (subway: G to Fulton Street, C to Lafayette Avenue, 2/3/4/5 to Nevins Street, 2/3/4/5 / B / Q to Atlantic Avenue, or D / M / N / R up to Pacific Street; LIRR: Flatbush Avenue).
Movie
- BAM Rose Cinemas, 30 Lafayette Avenue. Nice cinema in an old opera house. The films screened are both auteur and major films.
theater
- St. Ann's Warehouse, 38 Water Street (between Dock and Main; subway: A / C to High Street-Brooklyn Bridge or F to York Street), ☎ 1 718 254-8779. $ 140 for five shows $ 119 for four, etc.. Building on the corner of Water Street and Dock Street, St. Ann's Warehouse offers a truly remarkable array of avant-garde theater performances.
Shopping
- Halcyon, 57 Pearl Street (to Water; subway: F to York Street or A / C to High Street-Brooklyn Bridge), ☎ 1 718 260-9299. Tue 12-21, Wed 12-20, Thu-Fri 12-21, Sat 12-20, Sun 12-18, Monday by appointment. Record shop. Especially vinyl.
- Sahadi's, 187 Atlantic Avenue (between Court and Clinton; metro: 2/3/4/5 to Borough Hall, M / R to Court Street-Borough Hall, or F / G to Bergen Street), ☎ 1 718 624-4550. Mon-Sat 9-19. New York City's most famous Middle Eastern grocery store - across the street is another store that's open late. If you like Arabic food don't miss the chance to take a trip to Atlantic Avenue.
How to have fun
- Jacques Torres, 66 Water St (between Dock and Main; subway: A / C to High Street-Brooklyn Bridge or F to York Street). Mon-Sat 9-20, Sun 10-18. Small chocolate shop on a back street in DUMBO near some of the best skyline views of Manhattan. Absolutely try the Wicked Hot Chocolate.
Where to eat
Grimaldi's
Average prices
- Grimaldi's, 19 Old Fulton Street (between Water and Front; subway: A / C to High Street-Brooklyn Bridge, F to York Street, or 2/3 to Clark Street), ☎ 1 718 858-4300. Sun-Thu 11: 30-23, Fri-Sat 11: 30-24. Close to Fulton Ferry Landing and DUMBO, wood fired pizza, do not accept credit cards. It is still one of the best pizzerias in the area.
- Junior's Restaurant and Bakery, 386 Flatbush Avenue Extension (Dekalb Avenue; metro: B / Q / R and late night D / N to Dekalb Avenue, 2/3/4/5 to Nevins Street, or A / C / G to Hoyt-Schermerhorn Street), ☎ 1 718 852-5257. Sun-Thu 6: 30-24, Fri-Sat 6: 30-2: 00. The original cheesecake (which you can also find in Grand Central anyway). One of the first places you see as soon as you get off the Manhattan bridge. It is one of the historic restaurants in Brooklyn, full of atmosphere thanks to the impeccably dressed waitresses with a lot of shirts and ties.
- Madiba, 195 DeKalb Avenue (between Carlton and Adelphi; subway: G to Clinton-Washington Avenue or C to Lafayette Avenue), ☎ 1 718 855-9190, fax: 1 718 855-8610, @[email protected]. expensive. South African cuisine in a chic setting. Try the typical dishes accompanied by the excellent wines of South Africa.
- Scopello, 63 Lafayette Avenue (in Fulton Street; subway: G to Fulton Street, C to Lafayette Avenue, 2/3/4/5 / B / Q to Atlantic Avenue, or D / M / N / R to Pacific Street; LIRR: Flatbush Avenue), ☎ 1 718 852-1100. Sun-Thu 17-23, Fri-Sat 17-23: 30. Italian / Sicilian cuisine with Greek, Spanish and Arabic influences. Nice atmosphere and usually dinner for around $ 20 each.
- Yemen Cafe, 176 Atlantic Avenue (between Court and Clinton Street; metro: F / G to Bergen Street, 2/3/4/5 to Borough Hall), ☎ 1 718 834-9533. Mon-Sat 9 am-11pm. A kind of Yemeni community center, don't get distracted by the club atmosphere. The staff is friendly and the cuisine is excellent. Remember that halal cuisine is served here, so no alcohol is drunk. Try the spiced tea instead.
- Bien Cuit (the Smith St Bakery), 120 Smith Street (between Pacific and Dean) (metro: F or G to Bergen St), ☎ 1 718 852 0200. Sun-Thu 7-20 Fri-Sat 7-21. Bien Cuit offers a wide range of breads and pastries at the Smith Street location. It also has coffee and wifi.
Where stay
Average prices
- NU Hotel, 85 Smith Street (at Atlantic; metro: A / C / G to Hoyt-Schermerhorn Streets, F to Bergen Street or Jay Street-Borough Hall, or 2/3 to Hoyt Street), ☎ 1 718 852-8585, fax: 1 718 852-8558. $199 . Check in: 15, check-out: 12.
High prices
- New York Marriott at the Brooklyn Bridge, 333 Adams St (Fulton; metro: 2/3/4/5 to Borough Hall, M / R to Court Street-Borough Hall or Lawrence Street-MetroTech, or A / C / F to Jay Street-Borough Hall), ☎ 1 718 246-7000, ☎ 1 800 228-9290, fax: 1 718 246-0563. Check in: 16, check-out: 11. Relaxed and modern atmosphere in a luxurious setting.
How to keep in touch
Internet
- Brooklyn Public Library (Business Library), 280 Cadman Plaza West (to Tillary; subway: 2/3/4/5 to Borough Hall, M / R to Court Street-Borough Hall, or A / C / F to Jay Street-Borough Hall), ☎ 1 718 623-7000. Mon 10-18, Tue 13-20, Wed 10-18, Thu 13-18, Fri 10-18, Sat 10-17.
- Brooklyn Public Library (Clinton Hill branch), 380 Washington Avenue (in Lafayette; metro: C to Clinton-Washington Avenues or G to Clinton-Washington Avenues), ☎ 1 718 398-8713. Mon 13-20, Tue-Wed 10-18, Thu 13-18, Fri 10-18, Sat 10-17.
- Brooklyn Public Library (Pacific branch), 25 4th Avenue (to Pacific; subway: 2/3/4/5 / B / Q to Atlantic Avenue or D / M / N / R to Pacific Street; LIRR: Flatbush Avenue), ☎ 1 718 638-1531. Mon-Mar 10-18, Wed 13-20, Thu 13-18, Fri 10-18, Sat 10-17.
- Brooklyn Public Library (Walt Whitman branch), 93 Saint Edwards Street (between Myrtle and Park; metro: 2/3/4/5 to Nevins Street or B / M / Q / R to DeKalb Avenue), ☎ 1 718 935-0244. Mon-Mar 10-18, Wed 13-20, Thu 13-18, Fri 10-18, Sat 10-17.
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