Explore New York: A guide to all five boroughs

Discover all that New York City and its five boroughs have to offer. No matter what you love to do, you’re sure to find it somewhere in The Big Apple. With countless restaurants, galleries, museums, parks, and more, there is always something new to experience.  

The Bronx

The Bronx is easily accessible straight from Manhattan by taking the subway or hopping on a Metro North train at Grand Central Station. If you’re in the Bronx, taking a trip to Little Italy on Arthur Avenue is an absolute must. Located right off the Fordham Metro North stop, Arthur Ave has some of the most authentic Italian food in all of New York City. Get a table at Mario’s, a family-owned restaurant that has been open on Arthur for over a century. Next, take a short walk to the Botanical Gardens. The gardens offer seasonal exhibits in their greenhouse and miles of trees and plants that can be enjoyed in any season. Located right next door is the Bronx Zoo, famous for its large size and wide variety of species. The Bronx also houses the iconic Yankees Stadium which has easy access by taking the D train.  

Manhattan

Manhattan is known for its famous landmarks such as Central Park and the Empire State Building. Although these are classic tourist favorites, this borough has so much more to see. Starting off in lower Manhattan, Chelsea Piers is a great place to go for a walk along the water or play a game of mini golf. Nearby is Chelsea Market, offering a variety of cuisines from vendors. Not too far from Chelsea is the West Village. This area is home to Washington Sqaure Park which is always lively with musicians and locals. A ten-minute walk from the village is Union Square, which has a farmers' market during the day, offering fresh food. 

Staten Island

Take the ferry (for free!) to visit Staten Island and enjoy great views of the Statue of Liberty along the way. Once you’re off the Ferry, visit Snug Harbor Cultural Center, which sprawls across 83-acres of land. One of the most popular areas in the center is the Chinese Scholar’s Garden which features design characteristics drawn from Confucian, Buddhist, and Taoist monks. If you get hungry, try out the unique dining experience offered at Enoteca Maria. This famous spot, also known as Nonna's of The World, is run by grandmas from around the world who cook and create a menu featuring dishes from their home countries.

Queens

What was previously occupied by small mom and pop shops, Queens has transformed into a bustling borough with fantastic dining and attractions. When in Queens, head over to the Flushing neighborhood to dine at one of the many Korean BBQ spots. Korea town in Flushing is quickly becoming the go-to spot for Korean food and in the past years has been sending people running to grab a table at one of the many popular restaurants. Gan-Hoo BBQ is one of them, if you want flavorful traditional Korean barbeque. If you want to watch a ball game, Queens is also home to the Mets stadium. 

Brooklyn

If you're coming from Manhattan to Brooklyn, try taking a walk over the Brooklyn Bridge. Once in this borough, take time to visit The Brooklyn Museum, offering collections of art from both local and non-local artists. Before or after your visit, Prospect Park makes a great place to have a picnic with your family or friends. Designed by the same minds who created Central Park, this 526-acre green space houses the Prospect Park Zoo and an ice-skating rink. If you like vintage and antique hunting, visit The Brooklyn Flea Market and L Train Vintage to find hidden treasures.

Whether you're visiting just one borough or planning on visiting them all, you’re sure to have a great time exploring all that they have to offer.  

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