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Dyker Heights. 650 reviews. #7 of 530 things to do in Brooklyn. Neighborhoods. Write a review. What people are saying. By Princess. “ A bright spot of one’s trip ⭐️ ”. Dec 2022.
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Greater NYC has several neighborhoods that get festive at the holidays, but none more so than Dyker Heights. It's a lovely destination at the south end of Brooklyn, just above Coney Island, and promises ample elaborate displays. What we enjoyed most was the sense of community the experience offered -- almost everyone participates -- and the ...
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Many tourists visit New York City during the Christmas season to see the light displays, but the real show is in Dyker Heights, Brooklyn. Most of the action is located in the 80's between 10th - 13th Avenues, but one of the busiest streets is 84th between 11th and 12th.
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If you're visiting Dyker Heights on your own for a self-guided tour, then the excursion is practically free apart from your subway trip or bus ride. It can be hard finding inexpensive outings in New York, especially in December when it's often too cold to be outside. But as long as your equipped with a metro card, seeing the Christmas lights in Dyk...
The most dazzling lights displays are concentrated in the heart of Dyker Heights, between Seventh and 13th avenues from west to east and 76th Street and Bay Ridge Parkway from south to north. As long as you're within this area, walk around and you're guaranteed to see lights. If you're taking a self-guided tour, however, there are a few homes you d...
The neighborhood's light displays typically go up after Thanksgiving, but there's no official date and it's up to each individual home to decide when to start decorating. The best time to go is in mid-December when all the lights are up, although this is also the busiest time of year. Most neighbors keep their decorations up until New Year's Day, w...
If you're coming from Manhattan, it's a long ride on the bus or subwayto get to Dyker Heights, but the trip is direct and doesn't require many changes, if any. If you're coming from the northern neighborhoods of Brooklyn, such as Williamsburg or Greenpoint, or Queens, it's usually faster to travel into Manhattan first and then take transit from the...
Depending on the weather, one of the best ways to see this stunning display of festivities is by taking a walking tour or bus tour of the holiday lights. There are several options to choose from.
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- Choose Your Transportation Wisely. The Southwest Brooklyn neighborhood of Dyker Heights is about 8 miles from Lower Manhattan. It is a predominantly residential, traditionally Italian-American neighborhood full of brownstones and brick houses.
- Choose The Best Tour For You. If you’d like to go on a Christmas lights tour through Dyker Heights, there are a few bus tour options that depart from NYC.
- Know When And Where To View The Lights. Some houses are decorated right after Thanksgiving, but not all homes are decked out that early in the season.
- Dress Warmly And Bring A Thermos. It’s cold in New York in December, so remember to dress warmly. If you’ve opted to take the subway and walk to Dyker Heights, dress especially warm because it’s a good 20-minute walk.
Nov 28, 2022 · Taking a guided tour of Dyker Heights Christmas lights is a great option if you want a hassle-free way to see the neighborhood. You’ll get picked up from a pre-agreed collection point in the city (usually in a well-known tourist spot to make it easy – or sometimes your hotel).
Dec 8, 2023 · Location of the Dyker Heights Christmas Lights. Located in the borough of Brooklyn, Dyker Heights is not far from the famous Verazzano-Narrows Bridge. This southwestern Brooklyn neighborhood is (basically) bordered by 62nd Street (north), 14th Avenue (east), Poly Place (south), and 7th Avenue (west).
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