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Brooklyn Heights

Brooklyn, NY
Ranked #9 of 96 attractions in Brooklyn
4.5 of 5 stars 58 Reviews
Type: Neighborhoods
Activities: City walk sightseeing, Dining
Owner description: Relax on a bench to people watch, picnic or just take in the breathtaking views of the Manhattan skyline along this exclusively pedestrain walkway...... more » Owner description: 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. « less
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Boston, Massachusetts
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114 reviews 114 reviews
Reviews in 17 cities Reviews in 17 cities
13 helpful votes 13 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 19, 2012

What a beautiful historic neighborhead at the beginning of Brooklyn overlooking NYC. More

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New York, New York
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45 reviews 45 reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
12 helpful votes 12 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 16, 2012

Brooklyn Heights is one of New York's oldest and most beautiful neighborhoods. This historic enclave of nineteenth century row houses was saved from bulldozing in the 1960s by local residents who rose up to have the entire neighborood landmarked. And thank goodness. The promenade with its spectacular views of lower Manhattan and the harbor is great destination after a walk... More

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Australia
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101 reviews 101 reviews
Reviews in 25 cities Reviews in 25 cities
95 helpful votes 95 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 16, 2012

Brooklyn Heights is a great place to wander around looking at the architecture, in this historical district. There are some old wooden houses amongst the streets around the promenade, which are really attractive, along with other very beautiful houses. The streets in the historical precinct of Brooklyn Heights are tree lined and attractive. We went there twice during our trip... More

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Brooklyn, New York
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11 reviews 11 reviews
3 of 5 stars Reviewed May 14, 2012

great strolling through this area especially in the fall when the trees are colorful More

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Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom
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313 reviews 313 reviews
Reviews in 47 cities Reviews in 47 cities
108 helpful votes 108 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 4, 2012
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Its a great idea to buy a Gray Line open top bus pass and take advantage of the Brooklyn night tour which takes you through Brooklyn heights. The bu narrator was telling us that you couldn't walk alone here 20 years ago and now an apartment is $500k minimum, cool place and close to Manahattan. More

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London
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25 reviews 25 reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 29, 2012

If you have 'done' most of Manhattan, give Brooklyn a go. The Brooklyn Heights have wonderful architecture, boutique shops and interesting side-streets. You can see views of the docks, the Brooklyn Bridge and the Manhattan skyline from here too. More

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New York City, New York
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60 reviews 60 reviews
Reviews in 14 cities Reviews in 14 cities
27 helpful votes 27 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed April 27, 2012
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This is a nice part of Brooklyn to visit and to live.Take a day trip and visit the Brooklyn Botanic garden and then take the subway to Brooklyn Heights. Have lunch or dinner or better yet,coffee, lunch and dinner and then walk off the calories on the promenade! More

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Pleasantville, New York
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23 reviews 23 reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
10 helpful votes 10 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed April 4, 2012
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On a beautiful sunny day, start from lower Manhattan and walk across the Brooklyn Bridge and have lunch in Brooklyn Heights. Go to the Promenade for one of the best urban views in America More

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yenfer24
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32 reviews 32 reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
11 helpful votes 11 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed March 31, 2012

Brooklyn heights is a wonderful neighborhood with lots of nice restaurants. It has wonderful historical buildings and a peaceful atmosphere. Nice option for a Sunday brunch and walk to the promenade. More

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Stockholm
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18 reviews 18 reviews
Reviews in 10 cities Reviews in 10 cities
14 helpful votes 14 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed March 31, 2012

Nice architecture, small shops, good restaurants. And an excellent view over Manhattan from the Promenade More

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