| Williamsburg (New York) | |
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| State | United States of America |
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| Federated state | New York |
Williamsburg is a district of Brooklyn in the city of New York.
To know
Western view of 6th St. towards Williamsburg Bridge
In recent years Williamsburg has transformed from a typical proletarian neighborhood of Jews, Italians and Poles into one of the symbols of American renewal. North Williamsburg and Greenpoint are some of the trendiest areas in New York with new bars and restaurants springing up in no time. South Williamsburg still has a rather traditional feel thanks to the large community of Orthodox Jews. The post-2008 economic crisis seems to have slowed the renewal somewhat, especially in Bushwick Bushwick, where a large group of young people and artists live in close contact with black and Latino communities.
These neighborhoods can offer you everything you can look for in New York, there is so much to discover, there is something for everyone.
Geographical notes
The Williamsburg neighborhood is just one subway stop from Manhattan, and is bordered to the north by Greenpoint, to the east by Bushwick and to the south by Bedford-Stuyvesant.
How to orient yourself
Williamsburg (Brooklyn): full screen map.- Williamsburg- take the line L from Manhattan to Bedford or Lorimer. The closest water taxis are in "North Williamsburg" via the East River Ferry. Here you will find many restaurants, several famous clubs and art galleries, so much so that it is now what it once was Greenwich Village - including the art scene and bars. Dine at the Sea (N6th & Bedford) and head to the Union Pool for a drink (Union & Meeker).
- East Williamsburg- around the Morgan Ave stop on line L. It looks like an abandoned industrial area but holds many surprises. Try Roberta's Pizza, which gets ingredients from its own rooftop garden farm and others like it in the area. For a drink, go to The Narrows or King's County. Many of New York's underground parties are held here.
- Greenpoint- The northwestern tip of Brooklyn, Greenpoint is the second largest Polish enclave in the United States (after Chicago), but it is also home to a large Latin community (north of Huron Street) and a growing number of hipsters (Franklin Street). The part that is developing the fastest is around the Nassau stop on the G line. The Polish area is further up along Manhattan Avenue and side streets.
Shop for Polish food at Karczma (136 Greenpoint Avenue), coffee at Ashbox (Manhattan Avenue between Ash & Box), brunch at Brooklyn Label (Franklin & Java), eat Mexican at Acapulco's (Manhattan & Clay). 5 Leaves, on the northwest corner of McCarren park, is one of the best restaurants in the whole city, born from the property left by the actor Heath Ledger after his death.
There are several Polish butchers along Manhattan and Nassau Avenue. For some industrial charm, walk along Java Street to its end on the East River for great views over Midtown. Closest subway stations: G at Nassau Avenue and Greenpoint Avenue.
- Bushwick- Steeped in history, Bushwick is full of beautiful brick houses, cottages and more. It is a poorer area and you can go shopping on Knickerbocker Avenue for clothes, food and more. The recently renovated Maria Hernandez Park on Knickerbocker Avenue and Suydam Street is a great place to take the kids to play and relax in the shade of the trees. While not like nearby "East Williamsburg", Williamsburg or Bedford-Stuyvesant, Bushwick has its own sense of community, not to be confused with others. However, due to the high poverty rate, crime related problems persist.
How to get
You can take the trains of the lines J / M / Z up to Marcy Avenue to visit South Williamsburg or the line L up to Bedford Avenue to visit the north side. The East River Ferry stops in both north and south Williamsburg. The line G. crosses the neighborhood. The main stations are Bedford Avenue and Bushwick-Aberdeen for the L line and from Marcy Avenue to Chauncy Street for the J / Z lines. For the M there are stations from Marcy Avenue to Wycoff Avenue. There is a bus station on Marcy Avenue and Myrtle-Wycoff in the Bushwick area. The B39 bus passes the Williamsburg Bridge along with the J / M / Z trains and goes to the Lower East Side.
How to get around
What see
The iconic Williamsburg Savings Bank building
- 1 Bedford Avenue. The area around the Bedford Avenue subway station is one of the liveliest and busiest.
- 2 The City Reliquary, 370 Metropolitan Ave (Havemeyer; metro: G to Metropolitan Ave or L to Lorimer St), ☎ 1 718 782-4842, @[email protected].
Thu 19-22, Sat-Sun 12-18. Small museum with some objects that tell the history of the city - 3 The Hogar Collection, 362 Grand St (between Havemeyer and Marcy Ave; metro: L to Bedford Ave or Lorimer St, G to Metropolitan Ave, or J / M / Z to Marcy Ave), ☎ 1 718 388-5022. Thu-Mon 12-19 and by appointment. Founded by two artists Todd Rosenbaum and Cecilia Biagini. A gallery in the heart of Williamsburg representing the local and international art scene with paintings, sculptures, photographs, installations, videos and more.
- 4 Williamsburg Art & Historical Center, 135 Broadway (S 6th St between Bedford and Driggs; metro: J / M / Z to Marcy Ave), ☎ 1 718 486-7372, @[email protected]. Sat-Sun 12-18. Housed in the old Kings County Savings Bank Building, built in 1867. Various exhibits.
- 5 Brooklyn Brewery, 79 N. 11th Street (between Berry and Wythe). The award-winning brewery originated in buildings on either side of 11th, and offers tours every day (except Fridays). They are great fun and also give a chance to taste the beer. There is no kitchen but some pizzerias deliver pizzas directly to the brewery, strange but it works. It is advisable to book visits from Monday to Thursday, for always updated information it is best to consult the website.
Thu 19-22, Sat-Sun 12-18. Small museum with some objects that tell the history of the cityWhat to do
Terraced houses on a tree lined avenue in Bushwick
theater
- The Brick, 575 Metropolitan Ave (at Lorimer; metro: G to Metropolitan Ave or L to Lorimer St), ☎ 1 718 907-6189.
$15. An old garage, The Brick hosts independent productions, the New York Clown Theater Festival, and an annual themed festival (formerly the Moral Values Festival and the $ ellout Festival).
$15. An old garage, The Brick hosts independent productions, the New York Clown Theater Festival, and an annual themed festival (formerly the Moral Values Festival and the $ ellout Festival).Concerts
- Knitting Factory, 361 Metropolitan Ave (corner of Havemeyer and Metropolitan; metro: L to Bedford Ave, J / M / Z to Marcy Ave), ☎ 1 347 529-6696. open at 7pm or 8pm. Bar from Mon to Friday from 5pm to late, Sat and Sun 12am late. Legendary club that moved to Williamsburg in 2009. Music, theater and other events.
- Death by Audio, 49 S 2nd St (between Kent and Wythe; tube: L to Bedford Ave, J / M / Z to Marcy Ave, or G to Broadway). usually at 8pm. Music for all ages. Beers are cheap.
- Glasslands Gallery, 289 Kent Ave (corner of Kent and S 1st St; subway: L to Bedford Ave). One of the most interesting places in Williamsburg, a direct competitor of the Mercury Lounge in Manhattan. All events for over 21s.
- Music Hall of Williamsburg, 66 N 6th St (between Kent and Wythe; subway: L to Bedford Ave), ☎ 1 718 486-5400. usually at 8pm. It holds about 600 people. It hosts indie-rock concerts.
Shopping
- 1 Academy Records Annex, 96 N 6th St (between Berry and Wythe; tube: L to Bedford Ave), ☎ 1 718 218-8200. Sun-Thu 12-20, Fri-Sat 12-22.
- Earwax Records, 218 Bedford Ave (N 5th St; tube: L to Bedford Ave), ☎ 1 718 486-3771. Sun-Fri 11-21, Sat 11-21: 30.
- Permanent Records, 181 Franklin St (Huron; subway: G to Greenpoint Ave), ☎ 1 718 383-4083. every day from 12 to 20.
- Beacon's Closet, 86 N. 11th Street (between Berry and Wythe). Clothes and shoes for men and women.
How to have fun
- Aka Potion, 248 McKibbin St (between Bushwick and White; subway: L to Montrose Ave or Morgan Ave), ☎ 1 718 628-5470. Mon 8-15, Tue-Fri 8-21, Sat-Sun 9: 30-23. Small neighborhood bar with large windows. they change furniture all the time. A little brunch, a little music. Free WIFI. For tourists it is great because it makes you feel at home.
- Barcade, 388 Union Ave (between Ainslie and Powers; metro: G to Metropolitan Ave or L to Lorimer St), ☎ 1 718 302-6464. It has around 30-40 classic video games from the 70s and 80s, all for 25 cents! also has 20 craft beers and beer nights.
- Goodbye Blue Monday, 1087 Broadway (Dodworth; metro: J to Kosciusko St or J / M / Z to Myrtle Ave), ☎ 1 718 453-6343. Mon-Sat starting between 7pm and 11pm. A mix between a bar and a club for jazz and indie rock lovers. Beer, wine, coffee and WiFi. It has been awarded as one of the best New York clubs for indie music.
- Surf Bar, 139 N 6th Street (between Bedford & Berry). A tiki bar, with sand on the floor, coconuts and other typical beach elements. Fun place, even in flip flops.
Where to eat
Polish shops in Greenpoint
Average prices
- Fornino, 187 Bedford Ave (N 7th St; tube: L to Bedford Ave), ☎ 1 718 384-6004. between $ 8 and $ 22. Sun-Thu 12-23, Fri-Sat 12-24. Pizza cooked in a wood oven near the subway stop. They also have jugs of sangria, beers etc.
- Peter Luger Steak House, 178 Broadway (at Driggs; metro: J / M / Z to Marcy Ave), ☎ 1 718 387-7400. Mon-Thu 11: 30-21: 45, Fri-Sat 11: 30-22: 45, Sun 13-21: 45. One of the best steakhouses in New York, near the Brooklyn side entrance of the Williamsburg Bridge, has a history spanning over 100 years and is a bit expensive but worth it. booking recommended.
- SEA, 114 N 6th St (at Berry; tube: L to Bedford Ave), ☎ 1 718 384-8850. 9-18 every day. Spacious and lively environment, modern Thai cuisine. Sometimes there is even a DJ.
- 1 Roberta's, 261 Moore St (at Bogart; subway: L to Morgan Ave), ☎ 1 718 417-1118. 11-24 every day. One of the best pizzerias in the city, the ingredients are sourced from local producers in Brooklyn and Queens.
- 2 Five Leaves, 18 Bedford Ave (Nassau / Lorimer; metro: G to Nassau Ave), ☎ 1 718 383-5345. 8 AM-1AM daily. One of Greenpoint's busiest restaurants, be prepared for long waits. you eat very well.
Where stay
Average prices
- 1 Greenpoint YMCA, 99 Meserole Ave (Lorimer St; metro: G to Greenpoint Ave or Nassau Ave), ☎ 1 718 389-3700, fax: 1 718 349-2146. $48-69. Economic and luxury rooms, weekly and monthly rates. $ 99 for a double.
- 2 Red Carpet Inn, 980 Wyckoff Ave (to Halsey; subway: L to Halsey St), ☎ 1 718 417-4111. 3 stars.
- ZIP112, 112 N 6th St, # 5F (to Berry; tube: L to Bedford Ave), ☎ 1 347 403-0577, @[email protected]. Dorms $ 45- $ 65, private $ 55- $ 70. Check in: 14:00, check-out: 12:00. On the fifth floor and without a lift. The dorms are female only while the private rooms (two beds) are for everyone. Terrace overlooking Manhattan.
- Wythe Hotel, 80 Wythe Avenue, Brooklyn, ☎ 1 718 460-8000. Check in: 15:00, check-out: 11:00. Hotel in a beautiful 100 year old building in the heart of Williamsburg.
- [link not working]Williamsburg hotels, 160 North 12th St., Brooklyn, ☎ 1 718-218-7500. $288. 64 rooms in a nice hotel overlooking McCarren Park. Rooftop bar and outdoor saltwater pool.
How to keep in touch
Internet
- Brooklyn Public Library (Bushwick branch), 340 Bushwick Ave (in Seigel; subway: J / M to Flushing Ave or L to Montrose Ave), ☎ 1 718 602-1348. Mon 13-20, Tue-Wed 10-18, Thu 13-18, Fri 10-18, Sat 13-17.
- Brooklyn Public Library (DeKalb branch), 790 Bushwick Ave (to DeKalb; metro: J to Kosciuszko St), ☎ 1 718 455-3898. Mon-Mar 10-18, Wed 13-20, Thu 13-18, Fri 10-18, Sat 10-17.
- Brooklyn Public Library (Greenpoint branch), 107 Norman Ave (between Eckford and Leonard; metro: G to Nassau Ave), ☎ 1 718 349-8504. Mon-Mar 10-18, Wed 13-20, Thu 13-18, Fri 10-18, Sat 10-17.
- Brooklyn Public Library (Leonard branch), 81 Devoe St (to Leonard; metro: L to Lorimer St or G to Metropolitan Ave), ☎ 1 718 486-3365. Mon 13-20, Tue-Wed 10-18, Thu 13-18, Fri 10-18, Sat 13-17.
- Brooklyn Public Library (Washington Irving branch), 360 Irving Ave (to Woodbine; subway: L to Myrtle Ave or M to Wyckoff Ave), ☎ 1 718 628-8378. Mon-Mar 10-18, Wed 13-20, Thu 13-18, Fri 10-18, Sat 10-17.
- Brooklyn Public Library (Williamsburgh branch), 240 Division Ave (to Marcy; metro: J / M / Z to Marcy Ave), ☎ 1 718 302-3485. Mon 13-20, Tue-Wed 10-18, Thu 13-18, Fri 10-18, Sat 13-17.
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