Things to do in  Bronx

Yankee Stadium is more than just a ballpark—it’s a symbol of New York pride. (The current structure replaced the old-time original in 2009.) Whether you’re catching a game or touring the venue’s halls, visiting offers a chance to experience baseball’s past and its energetic present. With towering grandstands, fan-filled concourses, and tributes to legends such as Babe Ruth and Derek Jeter, this is a must-see for sports fans and anyone curious about NYC’s cultural heartbeat.

One of the largest zoos in the United States, the Bronx Zoo spans acres of hardwood forest with replicated animal habitats along the Bronx River, to the north of Manhattan. Enter through one of four official gates, and explore exhibits featuring hundreds of animal species—from two-toed sloths in the Children’s Zoo to Malayan tigers, snow leopards, American bison, and Nile crocodiles.

The vast grounds of the New York Botanical Garden offer a green escape from the bustle of the city. Travel to the Bronx to wander through the Rose Garden, see what’s blooming in the Victorian-era glasshouse, learn something new at the Home Gardening Center, or go for a stroll in the 50-acre (20-hectare) Thain Family Forest. There’s a reason to visit during every season—even winter, when the annual Holiday Train Show® takes over the conservatory.

Discover some of New York City’s best Italian food in the Bronx’s Little Italy, located in the Belmont region of the North Bronx along Arthur Avenue. Come for the locally owned bakeries, butchers, and fishmongers—many of which have been family-run for generations—alongside markets offering old-world favorites. Then, stay for an outstanding Italian meal at one of the neighborhood restaurants where service comes with a personal touch.

The Bronx Museum of the Arts—also known as the Bronx Museum—showcases contemporary artworks by culturally diverse artists who reflect the multicultural communities that characterise the Bronx. Housed in a striking building with an accordion-style aluminium facade, the museum is well worth the trip to New York City’s northernmost borough.