Brooklyn

Brooklyn is several times bigger than Manhattan and after years of hipster regeneration the tables have turned; at one time, most of the cultural traffic went towards Manhattan but now Manhattanites head to Brooklyn to sniff out the latest trends. It's worth a trip in its own right. Brooklyn Heights has spectacular views of the Manhattan skyline, but head down to Red Hook for eyes on the Statue of Liberty and an atmospheric industrial meets small town vibe with lots of unique and interesting shops. Williamsburg is the place to head for nightlife and some of the area's best restaurants, or you can always walk across the iconic Brooklyn Bridge on its elevated walkways over to Manhattan if you can't stay away.