Outer Boroughs, NY
Travel Guide
Visit Outer Boroughs
Where to stay in Outer Boroughs
Queens
Largest NYC borough, Queens boasts linguistic diversity and a varied economy. Explore Flushing Meadows–Corona Park, catch a game at Citi Field, or attend the U.S. Open at the USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center.
Williamsburg
Experience contemporary art, hipster culture, and vibrant nightlife in this Brooklyn gem. Discover cutting-edge galleries, trendy bars, and eclectic eateries for a taste of modern urban living.
Downtown Brooklyn
Discover the third largest central business district, featuring attractions like Fulton Mall, Brooklyn Academy of Music, and New York Transit Museum. Enjoy local produce at Borough Hall Greenmarket and savor Junior's famous cheesecakes. Easily accessible via subway and bridges.
Brooklyn Heights
Experience low-rise architecture and brownstone rowhouses while strolling through this residential area. Take in stunning views of the Statue of Liberty and Manhattan skyline from the Promenade, and easily access subway services for city exploration.
Greenpoint
You might take some time to check out the abundant dining options in Greenpoint. Spend some time visiting top spots like Green Point Lodge, and catch the metro at Nassau Av. Station or Greenpoint Av. Station to see more of the area.
Hunters Point
If you're spending time in Hunters Point, check out sights like MoMA PS1 or Gantry Plaza State Park and hop on the metro to see more the city at 21 St. Station or 45 Rd. - Court House Sq. Station.
Moxy Brooklyn Williamsburg
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Ly New York Hotel
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LIC Manhattan View Hotel
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Starlight Hotel
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Aura Hotel Brooklyn
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The Dutch Hotel Long Island City, Sonder by Marriott Bonvoy
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Popular places to visit
Yankee Stadium
Baseball’s most famous franchise has a new, somewhat luxurious home in the central Bronx, full of homages to the team’s long history.
Barclays Center Brooklyn
Fan favorites, the Brooklyn Nets, the New York Islanders and some of music’s biggest acts, make this urban arena one of the nation’s most popular.
Bronx Zoo
Watch gorillas bathing and sea lions feeding at this extensive animal park, which brings the great wild to central New York.
Citi Field
Catch an event at Citi Field during your trip to Corona. Experience the fascinating museums or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.
Flushing Meadows-Corona Park
There’s a world to discover at this sprawling Queens park, where remnants from two world fairs share space with museums, bike paths and playing fields.
Prospect Park
With many acres of rolling hills, wooded alcoves and lush gardens, this park is a great place in Brooklyn for a lazy afternoon or an outing with the family.
- Yankee Stadium
- Barclays Center Brooklyn
- Brooklyn Cruise Terminal
- Bronx Zoo
- Citi Field
- Flushing Meadows-Corona Park
- Resorts World Casino
- Prospect Park
- USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center
- Arthur Ashe Stadium
- Sunset Park
- Brooklyn Bridge Park
- St. John's University
- New York Botanical Gardens
- Brooklyn Museum
- Brooklyn Botanic Gardens
- New York Aquarium
- Staten Island Mall
- Brooklyn Heights Promenade
- Queens Center Mall
- Pratt Institute
- Queens College
- Dumbo Terminal
- Aqueduct Racetrack
- Brooklyn Navy Yard