Fort Greene

New York

Fort Greene
Fort Greene
Fort Greene
Fort Greene
Fort Greene

Some of Brooklyn’s most iconic residential architecture sits on the leafy streets of an upscale neighborhood full of restaurants and cultural institutions.

Find great examples of the Brooklyn brownstone, one of the most famous forms of American architecture, in Fort Greene. One of the borough’s oldest urban-residential neighborhoods, the area has long attracted cultural elites, who poured energy and money into constructing beautiful homes along its quiet streets. Take a break from the bustle of the city when you visit Fort Greene, a great place to stroll sidewalks and linger in parks. Explore the cultural capital displayed in its museums and performing arts venues.

For a bird’s-eye view, climb the hill at the center of Fort Greene Park, which was designed by Frederick Law Olmsted and championed by Walt Whitman, a Fort Greene native.

Admire the craftsmanship of the Prison Ship Martyrs’ Monument, a reminder of the fate faced by American soldiers in British hands during the American Revolution. The neighborhood also features South Oxford Park and Cuyler Gore, with many activities for kids.

Watch indie movies, see dance or music performances at the Brooklyn Academy of Music. Unexpected and important exhibits are displayed at the Museum of Contemporary African Diasporan Arts. See cutting-edge art at the BRIC Arts Media House. Wander through the rotating works displayed at the Pratt Institute Sculpture Park.

Fort Greene is north of Brooklyn’s Flatbush neighborhood, near Bedford-Stuyvesant. The neighborhood’s low-key character is preserved partially by the relative lack of subway connections, although several bus lines make it easy to get around. Walk from Atlantic Terminal in a few minutes or take the subway from midtown Manhattan in a little over 30 minutes. Because it is a mostly residential neighborhood, street parking is easier to find in Fort Greene than other parts of the city, but it still cannot be relied on. Many of Fort Greene’s institutions offer parking, which can fill up on event nights.

Find some of Brooklyn’s best restaurants on Fort Greene’s main streets. Try a bit of everything at the Dekalb Market Hall, where famous restaurants from across the borough have stalls.


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Top hotels in Fort Greene

Sheraton New York Times Square Hotel

Sheraton New York Times Square Hotel

4 out of 5
811 7th Ave, New York, NY
The price is P9,506 per night from Sep 1 to Sep 2
P9,506
P13,394 total
Sep 1 - Sep 2
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in New York. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), a 24-hour fitness center, and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the ...
7.4/10 Good! (4,204 reviews)
"We had an excellent experience and everything was close and easy to get around"

Reviewed on Aug 12, 2025

Sheraton New York Times Square Hotel
Hyatt Grand Central New York

Hyatt Grand Central New York

4 out of 5
109 East 42nd Street, at Grand Central Terminal, New York, NY
The price is P10,081 per night from Aug 17 to Aug 18
P10,081
P14,371 total
Aug 17 - Aug 18
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in New York. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful ...
8/10 Very Good! (5,973 reviews)
"thanks expedia"

Reviewed on Aug 14, 2025

Hyatt Grand Central New York
Hotel Edison Times Square

Hotel Edison Times Square

4 out of 5
228 W 47th St, New York, NY
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is P7,343 per night from Aug 24 to Aug 25
P7,343
P11,239 total
Aug 24 - Aug 25
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in New York. Enjoy 2 restaurants, room service, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (4,594 reviews)
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Reviewed on Aug 14, 2025

Hotel Edison Times Square
Hotel St. James

Hotel St. James

2.5 out of 5
109 W. 45TH ST., New York, NY
The price is P24,838 per night from Aug 22 to Aug 23
P24,838
P28,700 total
Aug 22 - Aug 23
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in New York. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour front desk, and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (6,222 reviews)
"Just a perfect spot for a visit to Broadway and jazz at Birdland. An easy walk from Port Authority parking, too. Lovely, warm staff. We’ll be back!"

Reviewed on Aug 14, 2025

Hotel St. James
PUBLIC, an Ian Schrager hotel

PUBLIC, an Ian Schrager hotel

4 out of 5
215 Chrystie St, New York, NY
The price is P12,300 per night from Aug 17 to Aug 18
P12,300
P17,243 total
Aug 17 - Aug 18
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in New York. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and 6 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (2,942 reviews)
"Great"

Reviewed on Aug 14, 2025

PUBLIC, an Ian Schrager hotel
NEW YORKER BY LOTTE HOTELS

NEW YORKER BY LOTTE HOTELS

4 out of 5
481 Eighth Ave., New York, NY
The price is P7,323 per night from Aug 17 to Aug 18
P7,323
P11,206 total
Aug 17 - Aug 18
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in New York. Enjoy 3 restaurants, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast ...
8/10 Very Good! (5,736 reviews)
"Location was exelent"

Reviewed on Aug 13, 2025

NEW YORKER BY LOTTE HOTELS
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5/5(1 area review)

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.

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