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Brooklyn Museum

Don’t missProspect Park, Brooklyn

Zero expectations going in, blown away. Assyrian and Egyptian collections are fantastic, mummies included. Same looting issue as the Met. Worth the trek.

What it is

Beaux Arts landmark famed for ancient & modern art collections & world-class temporary exhibitions.

Pair it with

Worth a detour or better, within a 15-minute walk. Numbers match the map.

  1. 1Brooklyn Botanic Garden0.2 mi · $22

Also on the block, if you have time

Lefferts Historic House (0.5 mi, free).