11 days in Brooklyn Itinerary

Though it may be less popular or touristy than its big brother Manhattan, Brooklyn boasts of one of the largest and hippest art districts in the United States.

You'll explore the less-touristy side of things at Brooklyn Heights and Other Half Brewing Company. For shopping fun, head to Jones Farm or Williamsburg Smorgasburg. Explore the numerous day-trip ideas around Brooklyn: Massapequa Preserve (in Massapequa), Cradle of Aviation Museum (in Garden City) and Norman J. Levy Park & Preserve (in Merrick). Next up on the itinerary: brush up on your knowledge of spirits at Kings County Distillery, take a stroll through Bushwick Collective Street Art, stop by Carroll Gardens, and immerse yourself in nature at Lovers Leap State Park.

To see maps, photos, more things to do, and tourist information, read our Brooklyn driving holiday planning site.

If you are flying in from Barbados, the closest major aiports are La Guardia Airport, John F Kennedy International Airport and Newark Liberty International Airport. In March, plan for daily highs up to 11°C, and evening lows to 1°C.