Green-Wood Cemetery is one of The 15 Best Landmarks in Brooklyn.

1. Green-Wood Cemetery

9.2
500 25th St (at 5th Ave), Brooklyn, NY
Cemetery · Greenwood Heights · 71 tips and reviews

HISTORYHISTORY: This cemetery opened in 1838 and has approximately 600,000 graves spread out over 478 acres. It was declared a National Historic Landmark in 2006.

Green-Wood CemeteryGreen-Wood Cemetery: Did you know the Cemetery is 478 acres and over 5 miles in circumference? Come take a walk on the grounds today. Wear comfy shoes!

Green-Wood CemeteryGreen-Wood Cemetery: Guess who the statue of Minerva is saluting from Battle Hill?

Center for Brooklyn History is one of The 15 Best Landmarks in Brooklyn.

2. Center for Brooklyn History

9.0
128 Pierrepont St (at Clinton St), Brooklyn, NY
History Museum · Brooklyn Heights · 26 tips and reviews

Teachers College S.Teachers College Student Affairs: Housed in a magnificent landmark building designed by George Post and opened in 1881, today's BHS is a cultural hub for civic dialogue, thoughtful engagement, and community outreach.

James C.James C: Really good staff and exhibits are totally worth it. Check it out.

Time Out New YorkTime Out New York: The best place to remember why you love Brooklyn examines the borough’s historical, cultural and gastronomic legacies through its permanent collection, rotating exhibitions and events. Read more.

Deno's Wonder Wheel is one of The 15 Best Landmarks in Brooklyn.

3. Deno's Wonder Wheel

8.7
1025 Boardwalk W, Brooklyn, NY
Attraction · Coney Island · 55 tips and reviews

John C.John Chew: Tallest ferris wheel in the world; opened Memorial Day 1920. Made official NYC landmark in 1989.

Jake S.Jake Smith: Seen at the beginning of the film, this is the landmark that the Warriors associate with being home.

City of New YorkCity of New York: The Wonder Wheel has been in operation since 1920 & was designated a NYC Landmark in 1989. It is 150 ft tall, holds 160 passengers with 8 stationary cars & 16 cars that slide along serpentine tracks.

The Cyclone is one of The 15 Best Landmarks in Brooklyn.

4. The Cyclone

8.9
834 Surf Ave (Coney Island), Brooklyn, NY
Attraction · Coney Island · 67 tips and reviews

Luna Park Coney IslandLuna Park Coney Island: This American Legend it's a city landmark and a National Historic Landmark taking you to its highest point at 85ft and then dipping into gut-wrenching plunges! You'll love this wooden roller-coaster! Read more.

BingBing: An iconic NYC landmark, this Coney Island coaster was placed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1991, so you’re riding a piece of history! Roll on over to http://binged.it/QjZ1sp for more. Read more.

The Corcoran GroupThe Corcoran Group: Truly, one of the best, and still scariest roller coasters EVER! Sit in the back for the wildest whiplash! Discounts for staying on for a second, or third ride.

Grand Army Plaza is one of The 15 Best Landmarks in Brooklyn.

5. Grand Army Plaza

9.2
Flatbush Ave (Eastern Pkwy), Brooklyn, NY
Plaza · North Slope · 58 tips and reviews

City of New YorkCity of New York: Grand Army Plaza, a National Historic Landmark, is the heart of Brooklyn. Within blocks are the Brooklyn Public Library, Brooklyn Botanic Gardens, Brooklyn Museum, Prospect Park.

The Corcoran GroupThe Corcoran Group: Come in the summer and sit by the fountain to cool off a bit. We mostly enjoy coming on Saturdays throughout the year for the farmers market!

City of New YorkCity of New York: Grand Army Plaza is now safer and more attractive thanks to a recent safety redesign by DOT.

Vanderbilt Playground is one of The 15 Best Landmarks in Brooklyn.

6. Vanderbilt Playground

8.5
Prospect Park SW (at Vanderbilt St), Brooklyn, NY
Playground · Prospect Park · 11 tips and reviews

Judy S.Judy Semian: The Vanderbilt Playground is a landmark along the route of the Prospect Park Walk-a-Thon! http://www.prospectpark.org/calendar/event/walkathon

Emily N.Emily Nussbaum: Wonderful playground with a super-cool two story webbed structure for climbing, plus equipment for both little and big kids. Right near the lake.

Jorene R.Jorene René: Fair warning: a damp, leafy area after rain equals mosquito buffet!

Montauk Club is one of The 15 Best Landmarks in Brooklyn.

7. Montauk Club

7.5
25 8th Ave (at Lincoln Pl), Brooklyn, NY
Event Space · North Slope · 9 tips and reviews

V E.V Estevez: Its a landmark but also a spot in Boardwalk Empire, pass by and you may get a cameo role

ErinErin: Oktoberfest is a yearly tradition. Excellent pretzels an a nice selection or German beer.

vanessa marievanessa marie: They filmed scenes for Boardwalk Empire here. You can recognize the building & windows in episode 1.

Kings Theatre is one of The 15 Best Landmarks in Brooklyn.

8. Kings Theatre

9.5
1025 Flatbush Ave (btwn Tilden Ave & Duryea Pl), Brooklyn, NY
Theater · Flatbush · 76 tips and reviews

M D C.M D Cummings C-Ped: Beautiful ICONIC landmark

Nate F.Nate Folkert: canned beer and cider, and chilled red and white wines available

Mike BloombergMike Bloomberg: Today, I was here to break ground on the restoration of this historic venue, the largest indoor theater in Brooklyn: http://bit.ly/VjWkd6

Cherry Hill Gourmet is one of The 15 Best Landmarks in Brooklyn.

9. Cherry Hill Gourmet

7.7
1901 Emmons Ave (Ocean Ave), Brooklyn, NY
Gourmet Store · Sheepshead Bay · 24 tips and reviews

Julianna B.Julianna B.: Beautiful view of historical landmark building .

•:*´¨`*:•Eddie ♥.•:*´¨`*:•Eddie ♥4sq<3•:*´¨`*:•: You are standing in s landmark building, this building was constructed in early 1900's

IzgilIzgil: The honey sold here is great

Boathouse & Audubon Center is one of The 15 Best Landmarks in Brooklyn.

10. Boathouse & Audubon Center

9.3
Hill Dr (at East Dr), Brooklyn, NY
Monument · Prospect Park · 23 tips and reviews

City of New YorkCity of New York: Opened in 2002, the Audubon Center is housed in the landmarked 1905 Boathouse, an architectural masterpiece based on the design of a 16th-century Venetian Library.

Steve L.Steve LeVine: Refreshments sold here- water, soda, Thai iced tea, cookies, muffins. Restrooms here, also.

G W.G Wong: If you explore far enough, you will find the boat house. It's been restored, but that doesn't mean there are really any boats these days. Still, it's a great place for photos and a snack if you fancy.

Jewish Children's Museum is one of The 15 Best Landmarks in Brooklyn.

11. Jewish Children's Museum

8.1
792 Eastern Pkwy (Kingston), Brooklyn, NY
Museum · Crown Heights · 6 tips and reviews

amNewYorkamNewYork: This museum offers children a chance to learn about the Jewish faith and culture in a fun and interactive environment. With 50,000 square feet of space, it even has a full miniature golf course.

Mottel L.Mottel Lightstone: Shluchim - Welcome back! For all you social media questions and needs lubavitch.com is here to help! Read more.

Chabad on C.Chabad on Campus: The ultimate highlight of your Crown Heights visit. On a clear day, you can see the Empire State Building from the 5th floor.

Jane's Carousel is one of The 15 Best Landmarks in Brooklyn.

12. Jane's Carousel

9.2
45 Main St (at Old Dock St), Brooklyn, NY
Attraction · DUMBO · 86 tips and reviews

CompassCompass: Even the most seasoned Manhattan Bridge commuters will vouch for its awe-factor. The oversized carnival ride doubles as a feel-like-a-kid-again landmark and a truly unique Brooklyn draw.

Neely M.Neely Moore: Amazing to see at night all lit up. Also new picnic tables next to the carousel.

Michael M.Michael Malice: The outer ring of horses do NOT move up and down! #horrors

Monsignor McGolrick Park is one of The 15 Best Landmarks in Brooklyn.

13. Monsignor McGolrick Park

9.1
Driggs Ave (at Monitor St), Brooklyn, NY
Park · Greenpoint · 43 tips and reviews

amNewYorkamNewYork: McGolrick Park boasts a city landmark since 1966: the classical Shelter Pavilion.

Jasmine H.Jasmine Ho: Grab a coffee from Variety nearby, relax on the benches and ogle the cute frolicking dogs in the dog runs.

Talisa C.Talisa Chang: Hidden gem. Love this park.

Weeksville Heritage Center is one of The 15 Best Landmarks in Brooklyn.

14. Weeksville Heritage Center

8.3
1698 Bergen St, Brooklyn, NY
History Museum · Weeksville · 7 tips and reviews

NYC-ARTSNYC-ARTS: Give the gift of a membership this holiday season as historic Weeksville leaps into its 40th anniversary year! Read more.

RDasheenb D.RDasheenb D: The B15 and B65 buses stop directly in front of the museum.

Brownstone Living NYCBrownstone Living NYC: Awesome event space for weddings, lectures, photo shoots, and parties. They need better promotion though.