Head to Greenpoint for the day and soak in this quaint neighborhood filled with cafes, boutiques, and plenty of green space.

Greenpoint, Brooklyn, NY, USA

1-Day Greenpoint Itinerary for Millennials

Cute, young professionals, families, vintage shops, foodie haven, Polish (yes, like Polish people).

If you're looking for a grab-and-go breakfast, try these:

If you're looking to sit down, here are more recommendations:

Make your way to Greenpoint in the morning, which is quite a lovely time of day here. During the week, you'll be surrounded by young professionals taking their morning walks or grabbing a coffee. On weekends, there will be plenty of activity (street vendors, farmers markets, community events, etc.).

Ferry: NYC Ferry to North Williamsburg or Greenpoint

*Local tip* : the NYC ferry is frequently overlooked by tourists. The ferries are a great way to see the harbor for $4.50. They run frequently and no need to reserve a spot in advance. Download the NYC Ferry app to see schedules and purchase tickets.

Walk off breakfast in one of the beautiful public parks Greenpoint has to offer.

Greenpoint is so special because of its small-town feel, right in the middle of New York City.  The main shopping district is Franklin Street on the west side, but there are plenty of shops and street vendors all around the neighborhood. There is a particularly great vintage / second hand selection across the board.

Skip Starbucks and grab a coffee and treat from one of the amazing local coffee shops Greenpoint has to offer.

If you're looking for a quick / grab-and-go lunch, try these:

If you're looking to sit down for lunch, here are my recommendations:

Peter Pan Donut & Pastry Shop

Five Leaves

Frankel's Delicatessen & Appetizing

Lite Bites Cafe

Blank Street Coffee

Okka Brooklyn

Variety Coffee Roasters

Café Grumpy - Greenpoint

Sweetleaf Coffee Roasters

Upstate Stock

McCarren Park

1-Day Greenpoint Itinerary for Millennials

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