The open space that makes up one third of the borough of Bronx includes the Woodlawn Cemetery, Van Cortlandt Park, Pelham Bay Park, the New York Botanical Garden and the Bronx Zoo. The Woodlawn Cemetery is one of the largest cemeteries in New York City and is designated a National Historic Landmark. It earned its landmark reputation by exemplifying the transition from the rural cemetery it once was to the more orderly 20th-centruy cemetery style it is today. It is also the resting place of those who lost their lives during the 1912 disaster of Titanic.
After touring this site, check out Van Cortlandt Park, home to New York City’s largest freshwater lake. Within its vicinity is Pelham Bay Park which has a number of wildlife sanctuaries. A trip to the Bronx isn’t complete without visiting the Bronx Zoo. It is among the largest metropolitan zoos in the world and is the largest in North America. More than 265 acres of park land house 6,000 animals representing about 650 species from around the world. In 1639, Jonas Bronck created a settlement in this New Netherland Colony, later lending his name to the Bronx River and the entire borough. Since its founding, Bronx has undergone a variety of developments and is represented today by its diverse population. You can learn more about Bronx’s history by visiting the Bronx Museum of the Arts which has a variety of exhibits that showcase the areas art and history.
Whether you’re new to the borough or a long-time visitor, you can always find something to do in the Bronx. Hotels in the area are a convenient way to experience the Bronx and all it has to offer. Book with Choice Hotels in Bronx to enjoy affordable rates and everything you need to explore this lively New York borough. Book now!