{"id":12999,"date":"2013-02-04T11:56:43","date_gmt":"2013-02-04T15:56:43","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.nyhabitat.com\/blog\/?p=12999"},"modified":"2013-02-04T11:56:43","modified_gmt":"2013-02-04T15:56:43","slug":"live-like-local-park-slope-brooklyn-new-york","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.nyhabitat.com\/blog\/2013\/02\/04\/live-like-local-park-slope-brooklyn-new-york\/","title":{"rendered":"Live Like a Local in Park Slope, Brooklyn, New York"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"img aligncenter size-full wp-image-13008\" style='width:585px;'>\n\t<img src=\"https:\/\/www.nyhabitat.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/01\/Houses-new-york-park-slope-nyc-brooklyn.jpg\" alt=\"Picture of brownstones in Park Slope, Brooklyn\" width=\"585\" height=\"388\" \/>\n\t<div>Classic brownstone houses in Brooklyn\u2019s Park Slope<\/div>\n<\/div>Whether you\u2019re coming to New York City for a short holiday or you\u2019re planning to stay a little longer, Brooklyn is a fantastic alternative to Manhattan when it comes to accommodation. Not only are the <strong>housing prices lower<\/strong>, but by staying in one of Brooklyn\u2019s many neighborhoods you\u2019ll also be able to <strong>feel like a true local in New York City<\/strong> instead of just a tourist. Not to mention that the <strong>neighborhoods in Brooklyn are often much greener, prettier and at least as safe as those in Manhattan<\/strong>. Park Slope is one Brooklyn neighborhood that combines all these great characteristics.<!--more--><\/p>\n<p><iframe loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/maps.google.com\/maps\/ms?msa=0&amp;msid=208857790003288562267.0004d3fb0c60cbb20b173&amp;ie=UTF8&amp;t=m&amp;ll=40.673022,-73.977814&amp;spn=0.026039,0.050039&amp;z=14&amp;output=embed\" frameborder=\"0\" marginwidth=\"0\" marginheight=\"0\" scrolling=\"no\" width=\"584\" height=\"400\"><\/iframe><\/p>\n<p>In this article, we\u2019ll explore Park Slope and show you why this is a fantastic New York City neighborhood to stay in during your holiday or longer visit to the city!<\/p>\n<p><strong>Introducing Park Slope, Brooklyn<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Park Slope is a neighborhood in the western part of Brooklyn. Generally, the Park Slope area is considered to be bounded by <strong>Prospect Avenue in the south, 4th Avenue in the west, Flatbush Avenue in the north and Prospect Park in the east<\/strong>. This proximity to Brooklyn\u2019s most famous park is one of the reasons Park Slope is considered to be one of New York City\u2019s most desirable neighborhoods. In 2010, it was even ranked as the <strong>number 1 neighborhood in New York by <em>New York Magazine<\/em><\/strong>. It\u2019s not hard to see why, as Park Slope boasts beautiful brownstone houses, multiple great shopping streets, many cafes, bars and restaurants, good schools and great access to public transit.<\/p>\n<p>The neighborhood is also close to some of Brooklyn\u2019s best attractions, such as the <strong>Brooklyn Museum, the Brooklyn Botanic Garden and the Brooklyn Public Library<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Shopping in Brooklyn\u2019s Park Slope<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>5th Avenue and 7th Avenue are the main shopping streets of Park Slope. You\u2019ll find many great independent stores along these avenues. On 5th Avenue you\u2019ll find gems such as Beacon\u2019s Closet where you can find secondhand designer clothes for a fraction of the original price, or Cog &amp; Pearl, which is filled with handcrafted jewelry and art by Brooklyn designers. Great shops along 7th Avenue include Brooklyn Industries, where you can find all sorts of designer clothes, and Lion in the Sun for remarkable cards and stationary. Another gem is Ride Brooklyn along Bergen Street, where you can rent a bike to tour around the neighborhood. If you want to do some grocery shopping or if you\u2019re looking for the bigger chain stores, then look up Atlantic Terminal Mall in the north of Park Slope.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Park Slope Cafes, Restaurants and Bars<\/strong><\/p>\n<div class=\"img aligncenter size-full wp-image-13004\" style='width:585px;'>\n\t<img src=\"https:\/\/www.nyhabitat.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/01\/Aldila-italian-restaurant-park-slope-brooklyn-new-york-nyc.jpg\" alt=\"Image of a restaurant in Park Slope, Brooklyn\" width=\"585\" height=\"390\" \/>\n\t<div>Al Di La Restaurant in Brooklyn\u2019s Park Slope <\/div>\n<\/div>Along 5th Avenue you\u2019ll also find a plethora of great <strong>restaurants<\/strong>. Some of our favorite spots include:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Al Di La on 5th Avenue &amp; Caroll Street is a great Italian restaurant<\/li>\n<li>Columbia on 5th Avenue &amp; 6th Street offers some fantastic authentic Columbian food.<\/li>\n<li>Franny\u2019s along Flatbush Avenue has great pizzas and a good wine selection.<\/li>\n<li>Alchemy on 5th Avenue &amp; Bergen Street is a great combination of a pub and restaurant.<\/li>\n<li>Flatbush Farm on St. Marks Avenue offers delicious traditional American food.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>You\u2019ll also find many great <strong>bars<\/strong> along 5th Avenue and around Flatbush Avenue. Our favorites include:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Barb\u00e8s and Union Hall, which both offer live music.<\/li>\n<li>Sidecar and Beer Table are also great, and serve some yummy drinks.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div class=\"img aligncenter size-full wp-image-13003\" style='width:585px;'>\n\t<img src=\"https:\/\/www.nyhabitat.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/01\/Root-hill-cafe-park-slope-brooklyn-new-york-nyc.jpg\" alt=\"Picture of Park Slope\u2019s Root Hill caf\u00e9 \" width=\"585\" height=\"390\" \/>\n\t<div>The Root Hill caf\u00e9 in Park Slope, Brooklyn<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>After a late night partying, pay a visit to one of Park Slope\u2019s great<strong> coffee shops<\/strong> in the morning. They will all make sure you\u2019re quickly fit and ready for another day of exploring Park Slope again. Some of our favorites are:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Red Horse Caf\u00e9 on 6th Avenue and 12th Street<\/li>\n<li>Postmark Caf\u00e9 on 5th Avenue and 4th Street<\/li>\n<li>Root Hill on 4th Avenue and Carroll Street<\/li>\n<li>Chocolate Room on 5th Avenue and Prospect Place<\/li>\n<li>Gorilla Coffee on 5th Avenue and Warren Street<\/li>\n<li>Caf\u00e9 Grumpy on 5th Avenue and 11th Street<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Stay in Your Own Park Slope Apartment<\/strong><\/p>\n<div class=\"img aligncenter size-full wp-image-13005\" style='width:585px;'>\n\t<img src=\"https:\/\/www.nyhabitat.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/01\/Apartment-vacation-rental-furnished-park-slope-brooklyn-new-york-nyc.jpg\" alt=\"Image of a Park Slope apartment in Brooklyn\" width=\"585\" height=\"390\" \/>\n\t<div>One of our modern Park Slope, Brooklyn apartments<\/div>\n<\/div>If you\u2019re thinking about going on holiday to New York City, Park Slope can be your perfect base to explore the city from. The neighborhood has a real family vibe, so you can bring your whole family to enjoy a New York holiday.<\/p>\n<p>Have a look at our <a title=\"Park Slope, New York Vacation Rentals\" href=\"https:\/\/www.nyhabitat.com\/new-york-apartment\/vacation\/brooklyn\/park-slope\">vacation rentals in Park Slope<\/a> to get an idea of our accommodation in bustling Brooklyn! We have multiple 3-bedroom and 4-bedroom apartments in Park Slope, which can be a real money-saver for your family when you compare the prices to staying in a Manhattan hotel!<\/p>\n<p>You won\u2019t have to worry about finding the time to explore Manhattan if you\u2019re staying in Park Slope; because the neighborhood has many subway stations where you can catch a train directly to Manhattan. For example, if you catch a 2 or 3 train from Atlantic Avenue, you\u2019ll be taken to Wall Street, Manhattan in just 5 stops!<\/p>\n<p>If you\u2019re planning to stay in New York City for a longer time, then we also have <a title=\"Park Slope Furnished Apartments\" href=\"https:\/\/www.nyhabitat.com\/new-york-apartment\/furnished\/brooklyn\/park-slope\">fully furnished long-term apartments in Park Slope<\/a> available. You can truly live like a local in Park Slope, and will have even more time to explore this fantastic neighborhood!<\/p>\n<p>If you\u2019re a student or intern looking for accommodation in New York, we also have a great affordable option for you: <a title=\"Park Slope Rooms For Rent\" href=\"https:\/\/www.nyhabitat.com\/new-york-apartment\/roommate-share\/brooklyn\/park-slope\">rooms for rent in Park Slope<\/a>. These rooms are often located in beautiful brownstones, and a lot bigger than what you would get in Manhattan. Park Slope is a very safe neighborhood, so your parents can feel at ease knowing you\u2019re staying in a nice area! The great NYC subway system will also ensure you can easily commute to school or work in Manhattan or anywhere else in the city.<\/p>\n<p><strong>What to See and Do in Park Slope<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>If we still haven\u2019t convinced you of the fabulousness of Park Slope, then have a look at all these things you can see and do in the area.<\/p>\n<p>For starters, Park Slope is a very green neighborhood. When you walk through the tree-lined streets among the brownstones, you\u2019ll understand why Park Slope is often considered to be one of the prettiest neighborhoods in the city.<\/p>\n<div class=\"img aligncenter size-full wp-image-13006\" style='width:585px;'>\n\t<img src=\"https:\/\/www.nyhabitat.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/01\/Botanical-garden-prospect-park-slope-brooklyn-new-york-nyc.jpg\" alt=\"Picture of the Brooklyn Botanic Garden in New York City\" width=\"585\" height=\"439\" \/>\n\t<div>The Brooklyn Botanic Garden in springtime<\/div>\n<\/div>Prospect Park lies just to the east, and here you can enjoy many free cultural events such as festivals in the summer, and ice-skating in the winter. In springtime, the beautiful Brooklyn Botanic Garden is in bloom. Have a look at this <a title=\"New York\u2019s Own Green Getaway: The Brooklyn Botanic Garden\" href=\"https:\/\/www.nyhabitat.com\/blog\/2011\/04\/01\/new-york-brooklyn-botanic-garden\/\">article about the Brooklyn Botanic Garden<\/a> to see what it looks like in spring.<\/p>\n<div class=\"img aligncenter size-full wp-image-13007\" style='width:585px;'>\n\t<img src=\"https:\/\/www.nyhabitat.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/01\/Grand-army-plaza-park-slope-brooklyn-new-york-nyc.jpg\" alt=\"Image of Brooklyn\u2019s Grand Army Plaza and its arch\" width=\"585\" height=\"391\" \/>\n\t<div>Grand Army Plaza marks the entrance to Brooklyn\u2019s Prospect Park<\/div>\n<\/div>Next to Prospect Park, there are also several smaller parks to be found in the neighborhood. In the western part of Park Slope, you\u2019ll find Washington Park. The monumental Old Stone House lies in the center of the park, and a farmer\u2019s market is held here every Sunday. The Old Stone House is a reconstructed Dutch farmer\u2019s house, and played a part in the American Revolutionary War! You can find another great farmer\u2019s market at Grand Army Plaza, which is the northern entrance to Prospect Park.<\/p>\n<p>When the weather isn\u2019t playing along, pay a visit to the Brooklyn Museum, which has art from all over the world and is actually the second-largest art collection in New York City. Alternatively, a visit to the Brooklyn Public Library can also make for a great cultural afternoon. And if you\u2019re looking for a bit more of a thrill, go see a Brooklyn Nets game in the great indoor arena the Barclays Center!<\/p>\n<p>We hope you\u2019ve enjoyed our little tour of Brooklyn\u2019s Park Slope! 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