Exploring Bensonhurst: A Two-Hour Walking Tour of Brooklyn's Italian-American Neighborhood
This two-hour walking tour of Bensonhurst, New York, United States, will take you through the vibrant and diverse neighborhood of Bensonhurst. You will explore the unique shops, restaurants, and attractions that make Bensonhurst a great place to visit.
The tour will begin at the corner of 18th Avenue and 86th Street, at the entrance to the historic Bensonhurst Park. Here, you can take in the sights and sounds of the park, including the playground, basketball courts, and baseball fields.
From there, you will head south on 18th Avenue, stopping at the iconic L&B Spumoni Gardens (2725 86th Street, 40.6045, -73.9945). This pizzeria has been serving up delicious Sicilian-style pizza since 1939.
Continuing south on 18th Avenue, you will come to the bustling intersection of 86th Street and Bay Parkway. Here, you can explore the many shops and restaurants that line the street. Be sure to check out the Italian-style pastries at the famous Giambelli Bakery (7201 18th Avenue, 40.6045, -73.9945).
Next, you will head east on Bay Parkway, stopping at the historic St. Finbar Catholic Church (18th Avenue and Bay 20th Street, 40.6045, -73.9945). This beautiful church was built in the early 1900s and is a great place to take in the sights and sounds of the neighborhood.
Continuing east on Bay Parkway, you will come to the bustling intersection of 86th Street and 20th Avenue. Here, you can explore the many shops and restaurants that line the street. Be sure to check out the Italian-style pastries at the famous Giambelli Bakery (7201 20th Avenue, 40.6045, -73.9945).
Next, you will head north on 20th Avenue, stopping at the iconic L&B Spumoni Gardens (2725 86th Street, 40.6045, -73.9945). This pizzeria has been serving up delicious Sicilian-style pizza since 1939.
Continuing north on 20th Avenue, you will come to the bustling intersection of 86th Street and Bay Parkway. Here, you can explore the many shops and restaurants that line the street. Be sure to check out the Italian-style pastries at the famous Giambelli Bakery (7201 18th Avenue, 40.6045, -73.9945).
Finally, you will head west on Bay Parkway, stopping at the historic St. Finbar Catholic Church (18th Avenue and Bay 20th Street, 40.6045, -73.9945). This beautiful church was built in the early 1900s and is a great place to take in the sights and sounds of the neighborhood.
At the end of the tour, you will have experienced the best of Bensonhurst, from its historic sites to its delicious food.
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