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1. Luna Park, Coney Island ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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Luna Park, Coney Island
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2. Brooklyn Bridge Park ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Category: Activities
Brooklyn Bridge Park
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3. Brooklyn Flea

Category: Shopping
Brooklyn Flea
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4. Brooklyn Historical Society

Category: Attractions
Brooklyn Historical Society
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5. The Ford Amphitheater

The Ford Amphitheater
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6. BLDG 92, Brooklyn Navy Yard Center

Category: Attractions
BLDG 92, Brooklyn Navy Yard Center
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7. Emma's Torch

Emma's Torch
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8. Toy Museum of NY

Category: Museums & Culture
Toy Museum of NY
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9. BRIC Arts Media

Category: Museums & Culture
BRIC Arts Media
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10. Free Tours by Foot

Tours
Free Tours by Foot
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11. Buttermilk Channel

Buttermilk Channel
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12. Brooklyn Botanic Garden

Category: Activities
Brooklyn Botanic Garden
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13. Kings County Distillery

Category: Food & Drink
Kings County Distillery
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14. FAD Market

Category: Shopping
FAD Market
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15. Brooklyn Children’s Museum

Category: Kids & Family
Brooklyn Children’s Museum
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16. Henry Norman Hotel

Category: Accommodations
Henry Norman Hotel
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17. Brooklyn Museum

Category: Museums & Culture
Brooklyn Museum
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18. Pastry Classes with Valrhona

Pastry Classes with Valrhona
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19. BKLYN Larder, Brooklyn

BKLYN Larder, Brooklyn
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20. Leyenda

Leyenda
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21. Vinegar Hill House

Vinegar Hill House
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22. The Brooklyn Film Festival

Category: Entertainment
The Brooklyn Film Festival
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Summary and Frequenly Asked Questions:

  • What makes Brooklyn a fun destination?
    • Brooklyn is a fun destination, home to unique art museums, outdoor markets, fantastic food, unique areas like Dumbo, music events, and theater performances.
  • What family-friendly activities are available in Brooklyn?
    • Families can head to Luna Park to ride a roller coaster, watch a puppet show at the Toy Museum, and interact with hands-on exhibits at the Brooklyn Children’s Museum.
  • What are some of the best things to do in Brooklyn?
    • Here are the best things to do in Brooklyn.

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