Hipster mecca just across the Eastriver: Williamsburg is a neighbourhood full of cosy cafes, kale salads and the coolest latest trends
For a vibrant, creative neighbourhood with an urban and alternative vibe, Williamsburg is the place to be. You'll find the neighbourhood just on the other side of the East River. What was an impassable neighbourhood until the early 1990s is now one of Brooklyn's most fun neighbourhoods. You can shop there and find plenty of cafés, bars and restaurants, as well as delicious street food on street corners. Williamsburg is a mishmash of nationalities and ages. International students, young couples and families live here side by side. Despite its popularity, there is still the raw charm here that you expect from Brooklyn.