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Gowanus

This neighborhood features a mix of residential and industrial buildings, encompassing it’s namesake 1.8 mile long canal of polluted waters. Although there are many jokes about the murky stench in Gowanus, it’s also got some of the coolest places to visit in Brooklyn. Feeling the need to get your shuffleboard game on in a tropical themed bar with flamingo wallpaper? Check out the local favorite Royal Palms. For those looking for more physical fun, stop by Brooklyn Boulders or Gotham Archery. And for all you nerds, there’s the hilarious Secret Science Club. Gowanus has got it all: fantastic foods, brewery trails, and activities for everyone.

59 Places

Getting around

Estimated 5 days ago
Nearest station

About 6 minutes on foot · 359 m

  • Downtown Brooklyn 16 min 6 walking, 10 riding
  • Fulton Street 24 min 6 walking, 18 riding
  • Union Square 33 min 6 walking, 27 riding
  • Penn Station 36 min 6 walking, 30 riding
  • Times Square 37 min 6 walking, 31 riding
  • Grand Central 39 min 6 walking, 33 riding

Buildings with rentals

6 buildings

Places in Gowanus

59 results