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The best things to do in the Bronx

Updated November 2026. 14 places.

If you’re looking for the best things to do in the Bronx, you’ve come to the right place. I’ve spent years exploring its neighborhoods and have come to the conclusion it’s New York City’s most underrated borough. The culture in the Bronx runs deep and there is an abundance of hidden gems most folks will never learn about because they’ll never travel that far north.

But for those of us who know, who’ve spent time hitting the pavement and exploring we know there’s a ton of fun things to do in the Bronx. And I’m here to share some of that knowledge with you. Regardless if you’re a New Yorker or just a visitor, there are things to do in the Bronx that are not only worth the subway ride but will keep you coming back again and again.

Antonina PattizWriter and photographer · how I decide
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Best things to do in the Bronx, 2026

  1. Arthur AvenueStreet · Belmont (Arthur Avenue)Shockingly it’s bigger than Manhattan’s Little Italy, having more Italian restaurants, cafes, and stores.
  2. Bronx Museum of the ArtsMuseum · The BronxThe reason we consider visiting one of the best things to do in The Bronx is because the museum is underrated.
  3. Bronx ZooOther · The BronxClocking in at 256 acres, The Bronx Zoo is the largest metropolitan zoo in the country.
  4. Cottage of Edgar Allan PoeLandmark · The BronxToday folks can take a tour of the property for $5 and enjoy one of the most interesting things to do in The Bronx.
  5. Everett Children’s Adventure GardenPark · The BronxLittle ones can burn off some steam-climbing boulders, run through a maze, and enjoy educational experiments.
  6. New York Botanical Garden (NYBG)Park · The BronxNew York Botanical Garden boasts some of the best fall foliage in New York City and offers tours during the autumn so you can see for yourself.
  7. The Bronx BreweryBar · South BronxThe Bronx Brewery can be used as the poster child for the best breweries in New York City.
  8. Van Cortlandt ParkPark · The BronxThis is one of the more peaceful things to do in The Bronx (no matter the time of year) specifically in fall.
  9. Woodlawn CemeteryLandmark · The BronxIn 2011 Woodlawn Cemetery became a National Historic Landmark, which is just another reason why visiting is one of the best things to do in The Bronx.
  10. Yankee StadiumLandmark · The BronxMaking it to one of their games should be high on your list of fun things to do in The Bronx.
  11. Bartow-Pell Mansion MuseumMuseum · The BronxI’ll be honest in saying it isn’t one of the most riveting museums in New York City, but it’s well worth consideration when looking for the best things to do in the Bronx.
  12. Bronx Night MarketMarket · The BronxThis is one of the best things to do in The Bronx at night if you’re into trying a little bit of everything.
  13. Hall of Fame for Great Americans at Bronx Community CollegeLandmark · The BronxStopping by to pay your respects or a selfie is one of the best things to do in the Bronx.
  14. Wave Hill GardensPark · The BronxIt’s hard to believe that a stunning place like Wave Hill Gardens even exists in New York City.

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3 neighborhoods, The Bronx and Belmont (Arthur Avenue) most of all.

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Belmont (Arthur Avenue)

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The full guide, with the ones that didn't make it and why: 15 Exciting Things to Do in The Bronx (New York City’s Coolest Borough).