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Brooklyn Bridge Park Boathouse.

Worth it, says Antonina. Kayaking on the East River is one of the best free things to do in Brooklyn Heights on Wednesday and Thursday evening (and Saturday and Sunday afternoons).

Antonina Pattiz
Antonina PattizI went myself · from my Best things to do in Brooklyn Heights
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It's on 2 of my lists. Each entry below is what I wrote about it there, with my verdict on that list, the fullest first.

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  • From my guide, updated September 2026.

Kayaking on the East River is one of the best free things to do in Brooklyn Heights on Wednesday and Thursday evening (and Saturday and Sunday afternoons).

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Worth it, says Antonina. Been? Say if you agree.

New York Summer bucket list

No. 10 on that list5 min from the subway
Worth it

Kayaking probably isn’t the first thing that comes to mind when you think of New York, but it’s one of the best summer activities, especially if you want a unique perspective on the skyline.

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Brooklyn Bridge Park Boathouse

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Worth it, within a ten-minute walk
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