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Borough and county in New York, US
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The Bronx is one of the five boroughs of New York. Known for Yankee Stadium, the home field of the New York Yankees baseball team, it has been a borough of New York City since 1898. The vast Bronx Zoo houses hundreds of species of animals. Nearby, the sprawling New York Botanical Garden features a landmark greenhouse with rainforest and cactus displays. By the Hudson River, Wave Hill is a landscaped public garden with wooded paths and a cultural center.
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A world-class zoo featuring over 6000 animals. As with any big city, there are occasional break-ins, so be careful with your car and stow or carry valuables with you to help avoid this possibility.
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48 magnificent gardens and plant collections on a 250-acre historic site.
Public garden and cultural center overlooking the Hudson River.
"The Bronx Riviera". 1.1 mi (1.7 km) of artificial beach created in the 1930s. Located in Pelham Bay Park at the western end of Long Island Sound. The Bx5 and Bx12 serve it during the summer.
The small wooden farmhouse, built about 1812, once offered unobstructed views of the rolling Bronx hills, perhaps even to the shores of Long Island. It was Poe's home from 1846 to 1849, the last three years of his life. He wrote some of his most famous works there, including "Annabel Lee" and "The Bells." Administered by the Bronx County Historical Society since 1975, the cottage is restored to its original appearance, with authentic period furnishings. There's a film presentation and guided tour.
This 400-acre (160-ha) cemetery opened in 1863 and is one of the largest cemeteries in the city. The final resting place of over 300,000, some of its more famous residents included Joseph Pulitzer, Herman Melville, David Farragut, Duke Ellington, and Frank Woolworth. Call for tour times, and a permit is required for photography.
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The third oldest university in New York and the oldest Catholic university in the Northeast, Fordham is known for its beautiful Rose Hill campus in the Bronx.
The main exhibit area encompasses the history of seafaring from the ancient Phoenicians to present day steamship and passenger ship lines. Exhibitions include paintings, models, tools and navigational instruments documenting progress from the earliest sailing vessels to modern technology. Lovely waterfront location too.
The museum highlights contemporary urban art, and focuses on different dynamic local artists.
It’s the last farmhouse in the Bronx from the mid-1700s. Exhibitions and public educational programs focus on the borough’s history.
Called the "original" Hall of Fame in the United States, this Hall of Fame, founded in 1900, honors Americans who significantly impacted the country's history. The site is home to about 100 bronze busts of its inductees, and is now a part of Bronx Community College.
Depicts the Pelham Bay Park as it once was centuries ago. The house is one of the only country estates left, and is now surrounded by urban scenery.
Almost all the historic districts of the Bronx are south of Fordham Rd. Check out the website address for a complete listing. Some highlights are the Bertine Block, the Mott Haven brownstones found along Alexander Ave and just east of Willis Ave on 139th-141st Sts., and the Longwood Historic District.
An island in the Long Island Sound, the City Island has a very different feel from the rest of the Bronx or New York City. It almost has a New England fishing/boating village vibe, with many sailboats. You wouldn't believe you were still within the city limits of New York. The island is chockablock with seafood restaurants. The restaurants are not noteworthy, but the atmosphere is. Has a good nightlife.
Home of the New York Yankees baseball and New York City FC soccer team. The old Yankee Stadium, "The House That Ruth Built", is no longer in use, and has been replaced by the new Yankee Stadium across the street. The site of the old stadium is now Heritage Park, a large baseball and softball field that has a few nods to the old ballpark, like markers in the sidewalk paying tribute to the history of the old stadium and a section of the frieze from the old park. The current stadium has strict security policies, and as such backpacks and camcorders are not allowed inside (only bags under 14" permitted). Monument Park behind center field pays homage to the great, Yankee legends of baseball; it officially closes 45 minutes before game time, but is oftentimes closed sooner if the crowds are large enough. If visiting Monument Park is a priority, best bet is to arrive close to when the gates open.
Offers guided horseback rides through Central Park, but you must already be at an advanced riding level.
This is a great place for gathering and shopping for the best quality and fresh grown products in the area.
Meet the first Wednesday of each month (except Sept and Jan) at Hostos Community College, this is a free tour of the most entertaining and delightful spots in the whole region. This includes when music festivals and street fairs are in progress.
Usually in late October, it's New York State's largest free bicycling event.
In late October, W 256th St (between Delafield and Mosholu Aves). This day is dedicated to all sorts of live music from jazz to rock and will have street merchants and foods.
In late May, marching up Mosholu Parkway, this event gives all Bronxites the opportunity to show their pride. The parade features marching bands, schools, student groups and sports teams.
This park contains the largest and deepest public swimming pool in New York City.
The largest park in New York City (3 times the size of Central Park) offers numerous activities, including 13 miles (20km) of shoreline with swimming at Orchard Beach, horse trails, bike paths, tennis courts, playgrounds, and picnic areas.
It is the fourth largest park in New York City and home of America's oldest golf course. The Van Cortlandt House is the Bronx's oldest building. The largest freshwater lake in all of NYC is in the park. It also has numerous sports fields and ball courts, children's playgrounds, running tracks, and the Riverdale Equestrian Center. During the summer time you’ll find the locals barbecuing and throwing parties in the park.
Serving the best Irish food in the Bronx.
A good steak, seafood, and pasta place. Reasonable prices. Try the clam chowder.
Offers 36 flavors of fine gelato, many with Caribbean flavors. Free street parking and a parking lot next door. There's seating inside and out under a tiki umbrella. Very much an island feel. Extensive free tasting with guidance from the friendly staff to help you choose.
Good chorizo. Plenty of vegetarian options.
Local artists and crafters sell their unique work here, and musicians and bands play live music at nighttime. This coffeehouse makes excellent fresh cappuccino.
This craft beer pub serves all kinds of finger-licking pub food. If you're near the north-northwest corner of the Bronx this place is worth a visit.
The best place in the Bronx for fresh produce, and is a neighborhood diamond in the rough. They have a diverse selection of cheeses and fresh bread loaves. Homemade dips, salsas, hummus, sushi, and other hot prepared ethnic foods and soups. Organic food for extremely cheap.
One of the best delis in the Bronx area. Mamma Rosa knows how to bring Italian culture to the neighborhood. They give generous amount of meats on their sandwiches. Their special pasta sauces are always fresh and delicious, and different ones are made daily.
One of the biggest shopping centers in the area, including over 45 stores and 9 anchor stores. They have a handful of restaurants, jewelry stores, electronics and a movie theater.
This is the place to get trend-setting products for discount prices. Fordham Road extends for over a mile with shops door-to-door. It has it all from cheap furniture to sneakers. Right next to Fordham University, and in the center of the birth of hip-hop, this is an upbeat area with lots to offer.
This area is one of the older shopping centers in the Bronx. Street stands pack the sidewalks with discounted products to purchase. This is where bargaining skills would be encouraged and practiced. Music fills the air from the booming record stores that offer a wide selection of hip-hop, and Latin genres.
Frank Bee's is one of the oldest costume shops in the New York area. Its old-fashioned look give an authentic and vibrant feel. They sell costumes for all ages, all occasions, with many selections to choose from. Their merchandise is quality-made with fair prices.
By rail
The Harlem, Hudson, and New Haven Lines of the Metro-North commuter railway, which originate in Grand Central Terminal, make various stops in the Bronx.
By bus
Express buses run from Midtown Manhattan (except for the BxM18, which runs from lower Manhattan during rush hours) to various parts of the Bronx, and are a better bet than a taxi.
By car
It is possible to drive across one of the many bridges from Manhattan or the three bridges from Queens, and points north are accessible via several highways (including I-87, Bronx River Parkway,…
By taxi
Taxis from Midtown or Lower Manhattan can be very expensive.
By foot
Pedestrians can cross any of the bridges that connect Manhattan with the Bronx.
The Bronx has good subway coverage but all lines are mainly north to south, with the subway lines designed more for access to Manhattan than crosstown travel in the Bronx, and many of its bus lines are slow and…
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