From the bustling chaos of Court Street and Atlantic Ave, to the serene leafy streets lined with tall brownstones by the East River, Brooklyn Heights is home to a mix of timeless New York establishments and up-and-coming contemporary restaurants and bars. This historic district is a taste of what Brooklyn looked like in the 19th century. A day trip offers everything from museum hopping to fine dining, to world famous cheesecake, to kayaking in the East River and one of the best views of the Manhattan skyline.