Gowanus Travel Guide
Popular places to visit
Times Square
The dazzlingly illuminated centrepiece of New York is a must-visit spot for all tourists.
Central Park
A beautiful haven where you can escape from the steel canyons of Manhattan for a wander or a picnic.
Broadway
Visit the dazzling theater district of one of the world’s most exciting cities. Enjoy the shopping, dining and street entertainment as well.
Manhattan Cruise Terminal
Explore the waterfront in New York with a trip to Manhattan Cruise Terminal. Experience the entertainment choices and acclaimed theatre scene in this vibrant area.
Statue of Liberty
One of the world's most famous statues is an iconic symbol of freedom and hope to the country's immigrants and to visitors from all over the world.
Grand Central Terminal
A truly stunning transportation temple, passed through by many commuters and admired by visitors.
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Other neighbourhoods around Gowanus
Downtown Brooklyn
Spend some time visiting places like Brooklyn Bridge while getting to know Downtown Brooklyn, and be sure to check out the abundant dining options. You can hop aboard the metro at Jay St. - Tech Station or York St. Station to see more of the area.
Financial District
Enjoy the important monuments in Financial District. Brooklyn Bridge is a worthwhile stop, and you can jump on the metro at Wall St. Station (William St.) or Broad St. Station to see more of New York.
Lower East Side
Travellers love Lower East Side for its fantastic nightlife, and you can see more of New York by jumping on the metro at Essex St. Station or Delancey St. Station. You might spend time checking out top sights like Orchard Street Shopping District and Lower East Side Tenement Museum.
Williamsburg
Noted for its cafes and live music, there's plenty to explore in Williamsburg. Top attractions like McCarren Park Pool and Brooklyn Brewery are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Metropolitan Av. Station or Lorimer St. Station (Metropolitan St.) to see more of the city.
SoHo
You might take some time to check out the abundant dining options in SoHo. Spend some time visiting top spots like The Apartment, and catch the metro at Prince St. Station or Spring St. Station to see more of the area.
Greenwich Village
Spend some time visiting places like 5th Avenue while getting to know Greenwich Village, and be sure to check out the abundant dining options. You can hop aboard the metro at Christopher St. - Sheridan Sq. Station or W 4 St. Station to see more of the area.
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- Gotham Archery
- Old American Can Factory
- Times Square
- Central Park
- Broadway
- Manhattan Cruise Terminal
- Statue of Liberty
- Grand Central Terminal
- Madison Square Garden
- Empire State Building
- Cape Liberty Cruise Port
- MetLife Stadium
- One World Trade Center
- American Dream
- Rockefeller Center
- Barclays Center Brooklyn
- Bronx Zoo
- Jacob K. Javits Convention Center
- Prudential Center
- Metropolitan Museum of Art
- Bryant Park
- Brooklyn Bridge