Guidebook for Bronx
Arts & Culture
Edgar Allan Poe spent the last years of his life, (1846-1849) in this cottage. The great writer penned many of his most enduring poetical works, including “Annabel Lee,” “The Bells” and “Eureka.”
20 habitants recommandent
The Edgar Allan Poe Cottage
2640 Grand ConcourseEdgar Allan Poe spent the last years of his life, (1846-1849) in this cottage. The great writer penned many of his most enduring poetical works, including “Annabel Lee,” “The Bells” and “Eureka.”
Partnered with MoMA, The gallery presents thematic shows, as well as individual exhibitions of leading figures in contemporary and promising emerging artists.
Lehman College Art Gallery
250 Bedford Park Blvd WPartnered with MoMA, The gallery presents thematic shows, as well as individual exhibitions of leading figures in contemporary and promising emerging artists.
The Bronx Museum of the Arts (BxMA) seeks to collect,conserve,interpret, &exhibit 20-21stC works by artists of Latin American, Asian, and African descent and artists with strong ties to the Bronx.
115 habitants recommandent
Musée des Arts du Bronx
1040 Grand ConcourseThe Bronx Museum of the Arts (BxMA) seeks to collect,conserve,interpret, &exhibit 20-21stC works by artists of Latin American, Asian, and African descent and artists with strong ties to the Bronx.
The borough's fully professional orchestra gives two free concerts annually. The company present concerts including favorite excerpts from opera and musical theatre throughout the year.
Bronx Opera Company
5 Minerva PlThe borough's fully professional orchestra gives two free concerts annually. The company present concerts including favorite excerpts from opera and musical theatre throughout the year.
Their motto:“We bring the world to the Bronx and the Bronx to the world.” tradition and in the power of photography and film to help build community,expose injustices and create positive social change
19 habitants recommandent
Bronx Documentary Center
614 Courtlandt AveTheir motto:“We bring the world to the Bronx and the Bronx to the world.” tradition and in the power of photography and film to help build community,expose injustices and create positive social change
Hip hop first emerged in the South Bronx in the early 1970s. The New York Times has identified 1520 Sedgwick Avenue as the starting point for Hip-Hop and rap music worldwide.
1520 Sedgwick Ave
1520 Sedgwick AvenueHip hop first emerged in the South Bronx in the early 1970s. The New York Times has identified 1520 Sedgwick Avenue as the starting point for Hip-Hop and rap music worldwide.
The Bronx's premier concert hall and performing arts venue, featuring a diverse range of music, dance, and theater from around the world.
11 habitants recommandent
Lehman Center for the Performing Arts
250 Bedford Park Blvd WThe Bronx's premier concert hall and performing arts venue, featuring a diverse range of music, dance, and theater from around the world.
Founded in 1979, Pregones Theater mounts numerous Spanish and bilingual productions throughout the year at its 130-seat theater in the Bronx.
13 habitants recommandent
Pregones/PRTT
575 Walton AveFounded in 1979, Pregones Theater mounts numerous Spanish and bilingual productions throughout the year at its 130-seat theater in the Bronx.
Entertainment & Activities
As the last remaining "great country estate" in the Bronx Pelham Bay Park The estate begins in 1654 when Thomas Pell, an English doctor from Connecticut, bought the land from the Siwanoy Indians ...
19 habitants recommandent
Bartow-Pell Mansion Museum
895 Shore RdAs the last remaining "great country estate" in the Bronx Pelham Bay Park The estate begins in 1654 when Thomas Pell, an English doctor from Connecticut, bought the land from the Siwanoy Indians ...
The house was used during the Revolutionary War by Rochambeau, Lafayette, and Washington & is the oldest building in The Bronx built in the Georgian style by Frederick Van Cortlandt (1699–1749).
6 habitants recommandent
The Van Cortlandt House Museum
6036 Broadway, Van Cortlandt ParkThe house was used during the Revolutionary War by Rochambeau, Lafayette, and Washington & is the oldest building in The Bronx built in the Georgian style by Frederick Van Cortlandt (1699–1749).
Bronx Equestrian Center, Inc.
9 Shore RdHorseback Riding in the City Island area
Parc Van Cortlandt
Cortlandt Park SouthThe Bronx version of Central Park
The 28 acre estate has short hiking trails and on certain weekends activities for children under 7 . The manor houses have art work on display and many times small but very talented music ensembles.
77 habitants recommandent
Wave Hill
4900 Independence AveThe 28 acre estate has short hiking trails and on certain weekends activities for children under 7 . The manor houses have art work on display and many times small but very talented music ensembles.
This is a modest house museum chockablock with history. Be sure to engage with the docent who will happily fill you in on the story behind the house and Bronx history.
The Museum of Bronx History (MBH) at the Valentine-Varian House
3266 Bainbridge AveThis is a modest house museum chockablock with history. Be sure to engage with the docent who will happily fill you in on the story behind the house and Bronx history.
Sightseeing
The 23rd largest movie theatre ever to be built in the USA. Famed for his ‘Atmospheric’ theatres it's the greatest example of John Eberson's work to survive since the demolition of his works in 1928..
Paradise Theater
2403 Grand ConcourseThe 23rd largest movie theatre ever to be built in the USA. Famed for his ‘Atmospheric’ theatres it's the greatest example of John Eberson's work to survive since the demolition of his works in 1928..
It is the home ballpark for the New York Yankees of Major League Baseball, and will also be the home of New York City FC of Major League Soccer.
514 habitants recommandent
Stade Yankee
1 E 161 StIt is the home ballpark for the New York Yankees of Major League Baseball, and will also be the home of New York City FC of Major League Soccer.
It spans some 250 acres of Bronx Park. The facility offers exhibitions and flower shows throughout the year & sumptuous exhibition in their Art Gallery
341 habitants recommandent
Jardin botanique de New York
2900 Southern BlvdIt spans some 250 acres of Bronx Park. The facility offers exhibitions and flower shows throughout the year & sumptuous exhibition in their Art Gallery
It is among the largest metropolitan zoos in the world, and is the largest in North America, with some 6,000 animals representing about 650 species from around the world!
572 habitants recommandent
Zoo du Bronx
2300 Southern BlvdIt is among the largest metropolitan zoos in the world, and is the largest in North America, with some 6,000 animals representing about 650 species from around the world!
1776,Manhattan,Revolutionary War. The strongest fort in Bronx County until the British reconstructed Fort Number 4. Site now Fort Independence Park.
Fort Independence Street
Fort Independence Street1776,Manhattan,Revolutionary War. The strongest fort in Bronx County until the British reconstructed Fort Number 4. Site now Fort Independence Park.
If you are in The Bronx Zoo or the Botanical Gardens, the Fordham University Church is a great add on. It is a simple but stunning church on beautiful campus.
Fordham University Church
441 E Fordham RdIf you are in The Bronx Zoo or the Botanical Gardens, the Fordham University Church is a great add on. It is a simple but stunning church on beautiful campus.
Food Scene
Heaven in your mouth! The BEST culinary experience in ALL of NY. A must do if you are a serious foodie.
15 habitants recommandent
Zero Otto Nove
2357 Arthur AveHeaven in your mouth! The BEST culinary experience in ALL of NY. A must do if you are a serious foodie.
Mexican serves Mexican and Latin American food in a pleasing, romantic atmosphere. It is known for its quick service.
Montezuma
119 W Kingsbridge RdMexican serves Mexican and Latin American food in a pleasing, romantic atmosphere. It is known for its quick service.
The most delicious Vietnamese restaurant 3 blocks away from the suite.
6 habitants recommandent
Cơm Tấm Ninh Kiều
2641 Jerome AveThe most delicious Vietnamese restaurant 3 blocks away from the suite.
Drinks & Nightlife
El Mangú Restaurant
80 W Kingsbridge RdQuick and savory Dominican food 5 blocks from the suite
The Original Crab Shanty
361 City Island AveLarge seafood portions for a great price!
Everything Else
Want to practice that swing? Head over to the Van Cortlandt Golf Course 15 mins away from the suite on foot
16 habitants recommandent
Terrain de golf de Van Cortlandt Park
Van Cortlandt ParkWant to practice that swing? Head over to the Van Cortlandt Golf Course 15 mins away from the suite on foot
Fordham University
150 W 62nd StIvy League School
Lehman College
250 Bedford Park Blvd WCity University
Community Hall
2018 Sedgwick AvenueCity University
The Bronx High School of Science
75 W 205th StSpecialized Public High School
High School of American Studies
2925 Goulden AveRated a 10 out 10 in GreatSchools.com
Both courses are well maintained. Split Rock is more challenging - interesting holes, more hills, and longer par 4's. Heads up - bring mosquito spray for Split Rock.
12 habitants recommandent
Pelham/Split Rock Golf Course
870 Shore RdBoth courses are well maintained. Split Rock is more challenging - interesting holes, more hills, and longer par 4's. Heads up - bring mosquito spray for Split Rock.
By appointment only. Houses in depth history of every street documented in The Bronx County.
Museum of Bronx History and Historical Society
3309 Bainbridge AveBy appointment only. Houses in depth history of every street documented in The Bronx County.