5 Reasons We Love Williamsburg

Williamsburg is a budding locale for families. Even if you’re not from the neighborhood, there is plenty to do in the ‘Burg for you and your brood. From yearly festivals to the famous McCarren Park and pool, Williamsburg is a great place to spend the day as a family. Here are 5 reasons we can’t get enough of Williamsburg.

Parks and Playgrounds in Williamsburg

There is no shortage of places to take the family for some outdoor fun in this Brooklyn neighborhood. Visit McCarren Park for some baseball, bocce, soccer, and kickball. During the warmer months, don’t neglect to visit their pool which is free for children 18 and younger. If it’s a playground you’re looking for, be sure to visit either the Jaime Campiz Playground or William Sheridan Playground for climbing and swings. The gardens at Campiz and checker and chess tables at William Sheridan make these playgrounds extra special.

Art in Williamsburg

Check out some of Williamsburg’s notable graffiti art on either a self-guided or instructional tour. At the Williamsburg Art and Historical Center, local, national, and international artists are featured, whether they are emerging or established, to showcase a wide variety of art. The building itself is also a historical landmark worth visiting. Kids can bring out their inner artist by taking classes at The Painted Cloud, where all art programs include unstructured time for kids to play, socialize, and engage in activities of their choice.

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Food in Williamsburg

Make sure to find time to fill your stomachs at some of Williamsburg’s most notable eateries. Diner is a restaurant set in a rehabbed 1926 dining car that boasts an ever changing daily menu. It is the parent restaurant of Marlow + Sons, which, with its expanded menu, is a great place for café like fare, drinks, and small plates. La Nonna Ristorante + Bar is the second installment from the owners of La Nonna Pizzeria and is known for its traditional Italian food with a unique twist. If comfort food is what you’re looking for, try DuMont Burger, which is known for its burgers (obviously) as well as mac and cheese and fried pickles, which can be eaten in-house or delivered to your door.