Prospect Heights Travel Guide
Popular places to visit
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.
Grand Army Plaza
The former grounds of Revolutionary War battles have been transformed into a spacious public plaza featuring a series of monuments, fountains and sculptures.
Times Square
New York’s infamous neon wonderland is hustle and bustle at its best, and an essential stop for all tourists.
Central Park
Offering blissful respite from Manhattan’s concrete jungle, this is the perfect spot to rest weary feet or enjoy a picnic.
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.
Broadway
Visit the dazzling theater district of one of the world’s most exciting cities. Enjoy the shopping, dining and street entertainment as well.
Things to do
Discover Brooklyn Subway Secrets & Abandoned Stations - Private
Statue of Liberty & Ellis Island Tour: All Options
SUMMIT One Vanderbilt Experience Tickets
Empire State Building General & Skip-the-Line Ticket Options
Top hotels in Prospect Heights
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Other neighbourhoods around Prospect Heights
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.
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.
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.
East Village
If you're spending time in East Village, you might enjoy attractions like Tompkins Square Park and St. Marks Place. You might also enjoy the neighbourhood's ample dining options before hopping on the metro at 1 Av. Station 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.
More to explore for Prospect Heights
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- Barclays Center Brooklyn
- Grand Army Plaza
- Times Square
- Central Park
- Manhattan Cruise Terminal
- Broadway
- Statue of Liberty
- Grand Central Terminal
- Madison Square Garden
- Cape Liberty Cruise Port
- Empire State Building
- American Dream
- MetLife Stadium
- Rockefeller Center
- One World Trade Center
- New York University
- Yankee Stadium
- Brooklyn Cruise Terminal
- Columbia University
- Metropolitan Museum of Art
- Wall Street
- Brooklyn Bridge
- Prudential Center
- 5th Avenue
- Bronx Zoo
- Bryant Park
- Radio City Music Hall
- Citi Field
- Columbus Circle
- Battery Park
- National September 11 Memorial
- Flushing Meadows-Corona Park