You could come to New York City and have a great time hanging in Manhattan the whole time, but missing the Bronx — NYC's northernmost borough — would be a huge mistake. That's because you can't miss out on seeing sites like the Bronx Zoo and Van Cortlandt Park. If you wish to stay here, look for hotels close to Yankee Stadium to put you near the borough's most famed attraction: the home of the New York Yankees baseball team.
Get ready to listen to folks chanting "Go Yankees!
Yankee Stadium
You'll find some of the best Bronx hotels around the stadium, and that's simply because the Yankees are immensely popular, and many people's dream teams had greats like Babe Ruth, Joe DiMaggio, and Derek Jeter on the roster, and they've all worn the pinstripes. Locals would have you believe the Yankees are the greatest sports franchise in the world, and when you're one of the 52,000 fans cheering at the ballgame, you may just agree. Yes, attending a game is that much fun (baseball season is between April and October). Opened in 2009, Yankee Stadium also boast some nice amenities, including restaurants serving premium steaks and craft beer, private suites, and an ample selection of traditional ballpark food. Similarly, hotels near Yankee Stadium feature all sorts of amenities to keep visitors smiling.
Of course, during your vacation to the Bronx, you should explore the borough. Hotels near Yankee Stadium put you within a short taxi ride, subway trip, or even walk from many attractions, such as the New York Botanical Garden (4 miles away) — a gorgeous 250-acre verdant landscape — and the Bronx Museum of the Arts (0.3 miles away) — an internationally renowned facility known for its contemporary art exhibitions. Go out and be amazed by the Bronx.
Experience the Bronx
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