Gowanus Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit
Gowanus Canal
Gowanus Canal is just one of the places to see in Brooklyn, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Experience the acclaimed art galleries and entertainment choices in this vibrant area.
Bond St Gallery
You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Bond St Gallery in Brooklyn. Experience the entertainment choices and acclaimed theatre scene in this vibrant area.
Gotham Archery
You can take time to visit Gotham Archery during your travels to Brooklyn. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene and entertainment choices in this vibrant area.
Old American Can Factory
Enjoy a stop at Old American Can Factory, an entertaining place to visit in Brooklyn. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene and fascinating museums in this vibrant area.
Brooklyn Boulders
You can take time to visit Brooklyn Boulders during your travels to Brooklyn. Experience the acclaimed art galleries and entertainment choices in this vibrant area.
Brooklyn Lyceum
You can get tickets for a performance at Brooklyn Lyceum during your stay in Brooklyn. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene and entertainment choices in this vibrant area.
Things to do
Ultimate Manhattan Highlights Helicopter Tours
Edge Observation Deck at Hudson Yards
Top of the Rock Timed Admission
City Cruises New York: Signature Lunch Cruise
NYC: Museum of Modern Art (MoMA) Entry Ticket
Top hotels in Gowanus
Hyatt Grand Central New York
"No microwaves in the room."
Reviewed on 10 Jun 2026
Empire Hotel
"The restaurant was nice. The menu could be better."
Reviewed on 10 Jun 2026
Sheraton New York Times Square Hotel
"For the price of the hotel I honestly feel it could be renovated. The rooms need TLC, especially the the shower tiles. Location was great but that pretty much was the best part of the stay. Our room was hot and when we called to ask about the AC it was mentioned that there is always issues with the ..."
Reviewed on 10 Jun 2026
NEW YORKER BY LOTTE HOTELS
"They give us another room too small I have a baby has stroller. They don’t change their own for me."
Reviewed on 10 Jun 2026
Pod Times Square
"Perfect room - beautiful view of the city. Air conditioner worked perfectly. Nice TV, comfortable bed. Staff provided extra blankets when I asked."
Reviewed on 10 Jun 2026
Hotel Edison Times Square
"Very good location right next to Time Square. Great hotel"
Reviewed on 10 Jun 2026
Where to stay in Gowanus
Williamsburg
Noted for its cafes and live music, there's plenty to explore in Williamsburg. Top attractions like McCarren Park Pool and The Living Room are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Metropolitan Av. Station or Lorimer St. Station (Metropolitan St.) to see more of the city.
Midtown
Times Square and Rockefeller Center are a few top attractions in Midtown. Hop around the city on the metro at 42 St. - Bryant Pk. Station or Times Sq. - 42 St. Station and check out the area's fascinating museums, soaring skyscrapers and acclaimed art galleries.
Chelsea
Chelsea is highly notable for its popular shops, and you might want to visit top sights like Madison Square Garden and Chelsea Hotel. See more of New York by jumping on the metro at 23 St. Station (8th Av.) or 23 St. Station (7th Av.).
Central New York City
Known for its soaring skyscrapers and eye-catching views, there's plenty to explore in Central New York City. Check out top attractions like Times Square and Rockefeller Center, and jump on the metro at 49th St. Station or 50 St. Station (Broadway) to see more of the city.
Theater District
Gourmet restaurants acclaimed theatres and top sights from Times Square to Rockefeller Center – discover Theater District, a destination also famous for its shopping.
