Location: Gowanus
Top Things to do in Gowanus
The 10 Best Things to do in Gowanus, New York (NY)
It seems like most folks have a grandmother, great-uncle or some other distant relative that used to live in Brooklyn, or perhaps a friend that lives there now. In the early 1900s, it was a mecca for immigrants arriving via Ellis Island. A hundred years later, young professionals and artists left pricey Manhattan digs for Brooklyn's cheaper and more expansive space. Neighborhoods like Brooklyn Heights and Park Slope, which had fallen into disrepair over the years, were restored and reborn as funky enclaves. Walk or bike over the historic Brooklyn Bridge (or ride the subway) to Brooklyn Heights for a stroll along the Promenade and breathtaking views of the Manhattan skyline. Meander through Prospect Park and the Brooklyn Botanical Gardens for a taste of nature in the urban wilds. Catch a performance at the world-famous Brooklyn Academy of Music. From the delicious Italian restaurants of Bensonhurst to the Irish bars that line the avenues of Bay Ridge, from the hotdogs and rollercoasters of Coney Island to the bagels and handball courts of Greenpoint, Brooklyn is a state of mind as well as a dynamic community. Discover why, no matter where people move on to, they remain Brooklynites at heart.
Restaurants in Brooklyn
1. Hidden Gems Archery
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5.0 based on 2 reviews
2. Court 16 - Tennis Remixed
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5.0 based on 1 reviews
3. Lucey's Lounge
4. Shapeshifter Lab
5. Kick Axe Throwing
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5.0 based on 1,550 reviews
An urban axe throwing lodge in Brooklyn with an outdoor patio! Release your inner lumberjack for some Kick Axe fun with friends, family and co-workers. We specialize in parties and corporate events with a beautiful venue, catering menu, alcohol and axe-citement. Walk-ins are welcome, but reservations recommended. Come toss some axes and enjoy all we have to offer!
Reviewed By Navigator03622995805
Seamless booking - great info via website and phone. Excellent staff - accommodating and friendly Incredibly fun - great instructor and games My friends and I had a wonderful time! Thank you!
6. Baja Bikes New York City
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4.5 based on 159 reviews
Discover New York by bike! Our guided bike tours take you along on an easy-paced, relaxed ride along New York City. Check out the great Central Park ride or enjoy the Brooklyn Bridge and Brooklyn bike tour. Tours are guided in English or Dutch.
7. Rolling Orange Bike Tours
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 68 reviews
Guided Bike Tours in Manhattan, Central Park, Brooklyn, Staten Island, Governors Island, etc. Certified guides who live in New York City. Tours almost every day from $55 to $125. Private Tours for groups with or without lunch. We also rent bikes for 2 days or longer or for groups of 5 or more (up to 30).
8. Brooklyn Boulders
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 29 reviews
Reviewed By Mototristan - New York City, United States
Great place to climb. Very large selection of climbing walls for different skill levels. Lot's of bouldering walls and a few autobelay machines for solo climbers. Nice place to come with kids to get them into climbing. Also has weights and a ping-pong table. Seems like a good place to socialize with other climbers for those who are into that sort of thing.
9. The Royal Palms Shuffleboard Club
10. Gotham Archery Brooklyn
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 51 reviews
Two Locations: Brooklyn and Manhattan. The largest range in NYC, Gotham Archery was founded to provide an environment friendly to both experienced archers as well as those who have never held a bow before. For those new to archery, Gotham Archery offers an Introductory Class package complete with bow rental and instruction. Our Range Safety Officers will walk you through every step of the way, so you enjoy every minute of your new hobby. PROS For experienced archers who want to practice in a quieter setting, we offer a 20 yards or 18 meter range with 10 lanes separate from the main facility. Video analysis will also be available shortly after launch. J.O.A.D. Junior Olympic Archery Development is a USA Archery program tailored to introducing, developing, and advancing young archers in the sport. Whether a casual hobbyist or Olympic hopeful, participants benefit from increased confidence and discipline while having fun. Gotham Archery runs a JOAD program for ages 8-20.
Reviewed By zachd107 - Brooklyn, United States
Some friends of mine invited me to take the Intro Class, and I figured I'd go and try it out. I've been living in quarantine too long, working from home, and I really needed to do something fun, and I'm really glad that I went! We got there and were allowed to choose between tree types of bows to shoot (long-bow, recurve, or compound) and they explained some of the basic differences. I went with Recurve, some buddies went with Compound, we all had fun, don't stress over this decision. They went over some safety information, which is pretty important, but they made it fun. Then we got to shoot! We shot for a few rounds and I started to get the hang of it, but then it was time for the competition, nothing like a little stress to throw you off! haha Well, a friend of mine won and the hour was over before I knew it. I've since gone back after reserving a lane (which you can only do after you complete the intro class) and I've tried different distances out. I'm impressed that the staff will help you out with your form, and give you pointers on technique. It makes it fun to learn along the way! The staff is friendly, safety-conscious, but laid back. It's a fun time with friends, or even by yourself. I strongly suggest you take the opportunity to complete the intro class, and go back for a lane rental, it's a great way to spend an hour or two! If you're worried about COVID, they do a great job. There's plastic between the lanes, and they clean all of the equipment thoroughly between uses. This is a really great activity and very safe. Give it a shot!
