New York Neighborhood Guide & New York Neighborhood Map

This still-affordable neighborhood, comprised of mostly one and two-family homes, overlooks the New York Bay and the beautiful Verrazano Narrows Bridge. Vibrant and culturally diverse, Bay Ridge is one of Brooklyn's best-kept secrets, filled with Norwegian bakeries, health food cafes, and trendy restaurants, as well as big-name shopping and many interesting bars and clubs. A surprisingly quick commute to Manhattan (thanks to the express subways and buses) makes Bay Ridge a great neighborhood for both families and young professionals.

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Located alongside bustling Atlantic Avenue, just south of Downtown Brooklyn, Boerum Hill is home to some of Brooklyn's most charming tree-lined blocks. This neighborhood, which is a mix of high-end new renovations and quaint 1850s row houses, is known for both its easy commute to Manhattan, and its proximity to Brooklyn's best restaurants and shopping.

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The very first designated historic district in Brooklyn, Brooklyn Heights is one of the city's oldest and most charming neighborhoods. Its elegant cobble-stone streets are comprised of rich brownstones and romantic carriage houses, as well as many beautiful new renovations. Excellent public and private schools make this an ideal neighborhood for young families, while the many high-end shops and picturesque views of Manhattan from the Promenade make Brooklyn Heights a popular tourist destination.

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A gardener's dream, Carroll Gardens is home to some of the greenest and most beautifully decorated yards in Brooklyn. Its charming residential streets are defined by handsome brownstones and townhouses, making the neighborhood very popular among young families. If it's nightlife or fine dining that you're after, Carroll Garden's has plenty to offer; a multitude of cozy gourmet restaurants and welcoming local bars find their home here. Often considered one of the borough's most desirable neighborhoods, this area is just minutes to Manhattan, thanks to the F or G.

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One of the highest points in Brooklyn, Clinton Hill is an economically and culturally diverse neighborhood, defined by its land-mark brownstones and beautiful churches. Home to both Pratt Institute and The Brooklyn Academy of Music, this historic neighborhood has become a magnet for artists, musicians, and filmmakers, as well as young families.

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This neighborhood is one of Brooklyn's smallest and most pleasant neighborhoods, with excellent schools, quiet tree-lined blocks, and many family-run restaurants and gourmet food markets. Its turn-of-the-century mansions lend Cobble Hill an old-world charm, while its beautiful green park and art-house style movie theater make it a great place to spend an afternoon or evening out.

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Short for "down under the Manhattan Bridge overpass," Dumbo is located between the Manhattan and Brooklyn bridges, and is characterized by its enchanting cobblestone streets, updated factory lofts, and, most notably, its breath-taking waterfront views of the Manhattan skyline. Mere minutes to Manhattan on the A, C, or F lines, Dumbo has become quite popular among Manhattan professionals, as well as families with young children (thanks to its wonderful children's parks). Artists also love this region of the borough, due to the many galleries and specialty stores that line its streets.

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Fort Greene, known for its quick commute to Manhattan, is celebrated for its small-town feel and gorgeous Civil War-era churches and homes. Its many brownstones and reasonably-priced apartments (many of which are part of the Fort Greene Landmark District) are within walking distance from Brooklyn's bustling downtown, but its many wonderful restaurants (ranging from soul food to sushi) make going downtown unnecessary! This regions many playgrounds, park, and amenities make it the perfect neighborhood for athletes & joggers, dog-owners, and families alike.

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Greenpoint, Brooklyn's northernmost neighborhood, is surrounded by waterways on three borders, and is just minutes from both Manhattan and Queens. This neighborhood is dominated by a Polish and Russian population, but has recently experienced an influx of artists and bohemians, due to it's proximity to both Manhattan and the ultra-hip Williamsburg. Boasting many beautiful old homes and churches, Greenpoints architecture draws as much attention as its fantastic art galleries, yoga studios, shops, and restaurants.

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This small neighborhood, which is nestled between Park Slope and Sunset Park, is an ideal neighborhood for those who'd love to live in Park Slope, but can't necessarily afford the rent prices there. Greenwood gets its name from the 479-acre Greenwood Cemetery (check out their historical walking tours, which showcase the ground's quiet beauty, as well as its many famous inhabitants!), but its streets are anything but quiet! Just steps from all of the fantastic restaurants and shopping that Park Slope has to offer, Greenwood Heights is undergoing rapid development, with several new luxury condominiums being built in this up-and-coming neighborhood.

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This 1920s-era, predominantly residential neighborhood consists of almost every type of property imaginable, from Victorians and row-houses to single-family homes. An ethnically diverse neighborhood, Kensington has many interesting restaurants and cafes. Be sure to check out the newly renovated sports complex at the Parade Grounds, or cross the street to Kensington Stables, and explore Prospect Park on horseback!

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One of Brooklyn's most popular neighborhoods, Park Slope is home to dozens of boutiques and specialty stores, restaurants, and nightlife, as well as excellent schools and community centers. Its tree-lined streets feature many beautiful brownstones and limestones, while its bustling avenues are seeing many new condominiums being built. Take a walk through beautiful Prospect Park, which boasts 585 acres of natural beauty as well as a skating rink, tennis courts, boating lake, playing fields, and children's zoo.

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Located on the northern edge of Prospect Park, this brownstone neighborhood is home to the Brooklyn Museum of Art, the Brooklyn Botanical Gardens, the Brooklyn Public Library and Grand Army Plaza, which hosts a farmers market every Saturday. Prospect Heights' grand homes are a reminder of its late-19th century opulence.

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Sandwiched between Park Slope and Bay Ridge, this ethnically diverse neighborhood is home to many Hispanic specialty stores and restaurants, as well as a great selection of open markets and Asian restaurants in Brooklyn's Chinatown, which lies along Sunset Park's eastern border. The gem of the region is the park itself, which affords marvelous views of the harbor, the Manhattan Skyline, and, naturally, amazing views of the sunset.

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