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What to do in Park Slope

Discover more of what Park Slope has to offer. Bigfoot is the local's guide to new experiences in your city so you can get the most out of every weekend.

Park Slope overview

Bordering Prospect Park to the East, Greenwood Cemetery to the south and with only Park Slope between it and the East River, you would be right in thinking that you are very secluded and safe in Park Slope. A beautiful area in the heart of Brooklyn, it was once all privately owned by railroad magnate Edwin C. Litchfield; he sold it off block by block in the 19th and 20th centuries, including the five hundred plus acres to the Government, which became Prospect Park. Today families and young professionals make up the majority of this gorgeous neighborhood.

How to spend a day in Park Slope

Start your day with a walking tour down 8th street to see some of the beautiful Brownstones that Park Slope has to offer. Of course, no trip is complete without a visit to Prospect Park. At the northernmost part of the park, you will find Grand Army Plaza, built in 1898. This huge monument honors those lost in the Civil War, but today it is also home to a wonderful Greenmarket. For lovers of history, the Old Stone House is a local historical house giving a glimpse of Brooklyn from another time.

How to spend a night in Park Slope

Since 1967 The Gallery Players has been the place in Brooklyn to see contemporary and classic off-broadway theater. Seeing a show at the Gallery is an unforgettable experience. If movies are more your speed then NiteHawk is the place for you. Offering a full dinner menu during the show it takes the concept and Dinner and movie date to the next level. And finally head over to the Union Hall, this Brooklyn bar is an institution for locals and hosts multiple bocce courts to play on while you enjoy a cold one.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Park Slope known for?

One of the most iconic images we all have of New York is a tree-lined street with rows and rows of old Brownstone Buildings. Unfortunately, many visitors think you have to go to the Upper West side to see them, but in Park Slope Brooklyn, you will find some of the most well-preserved and beautiful in the city.

How do you get around Park Slope?

Another relatively small neighborhood and Park Slope is easily discovered on foot. The F,G,N,D,R,2,3, and 4 trains all stop here, making it accessible from all parts of Brooklyn and Manhattan. A day bike riding in Prospect Park is also a great way to get around.

What do you HAVE to do in Park Slope?

There are so many great bars, restaurants and shopping in Park Slope, but the real star and must see is right there in the title. Prospect Park, this sprawling park is bigger than its counterpart Central Park in Manhattan and is a must do when visiting the area.

What are the best restaurants in Park Slope?

Park Slope, like all Brooklyn neighborhoods, has a plethora of great dining options. For fantastic classic American cuisine you cannot go past Alchemy. And if you love Mexican food, who doesn't? Be sure to try Fonda. And finally end your night with cookies from the iconic Insomnia, and yes they also deliver!