New Yorkers who are looking for a neighborhood with thriving, authentic local businesses, beautiful examples of classic architecture, and a host of museums should look no further than Crown Heights. This diverse area is the perfect place to explore on a spring day, just take a stroll on Eastern Parkway through Prospect Park and stop to check out the Brooklyn Botanical Gardens or the Brooklyn Museum along the way. One of the most striking things about Crown Heights is the architecture. Visitors don’t have to walk far to encounter beautiful brownstones nestled in between the many unique restaurants, bars and shops that you’ll only find in a neighborhood this diverse.