Brooklyn is the most populous of the five boroughs of New York City, coextensive with Kings County, in the U.S. state of New York. Located at the westernmost end of Long Island and formerly an independent city, Brooklyn shares a land border with the borough and county of Queens.
Brooklyn-based publications include the Brooklyn Eagle newspaper, first published in 1841; Brooklyn Magazine; and the influential, mostly music blog Brooklyn Vegan.
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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For all its supertalls, high-rises, scaffolding, and henge-worthy structures, it’s easy to dismiss Downtown Brooklyn as a side quest to a stay, overnight or extended, in the County of Kings.
Whether you’re visiting for the first time or already live here and just want new ideas for how to spend a weekend, this list has you covered. Think art, food, bookstores, waterfront walks, and low-key neighborhoods that deserve more love. Brooklyn isn’t about rushing from sight to sight.
From world-class nightlife to innovative cuisine, Brooklyn has an enviable reputation, but make no mistake—there's fun for all ages. There’s no better way to see New York City than through the eyes of a local.
From the artistic streets of Williamsburg to the historic charm of Brooklyn Heights, Brooklyn NYC is a must-visit destination that blends urban energy with global influences.