MTA NYC Transit - Neighborhoods

Queens
Considered to be the most culturally diverse community in the world, Queens is the largest of the City's five boroughs. It has sports arenas, parks, two airports, and nearly every type of ethnic food you can imagine. The 7 line was named a Heritage Trail by the Smithsonian because of the area's great diversity.

Corona
Once a primarily Italian neighborhood, Corona was named for the Italian word for "crown."

Langston Hughes Community Library and Cultural Center
100-01 Northern Blvd
Named for the famous poet and writer, the largest circulating Black Heritage collection in New York City is part of the Queens Borough Public Library system and offers cultural programs including film and video festivals, musical concerts, art exhibitions and gallery openings, and literature/poetry readings.
Subway:

local to 103 St-Corona Plaza then Q23 bus
Bus: Q23, Q66

Louis Armstrong House and Archives
34-56 107 St
Museum dedicated to the beloved jazz artist, author, and film star "Satchmo." Cultural programs include guided tours, exhibits, presentations, and concerts. The archives are open by appointment.
Subway:

local to 103 St-Corona Plaza then Q23 bus
Bus: Q23, Q48, Q66

Flushing Meadows Corona Park
		There is so much to see and do that you should allow several hours for your visit. A former swamp, the area became the site of the 1939 World's Fair and later the World's Fair in 1964. Many of the park's attractions date back to the 1964 fair. Subway: to 111 St, Mets-Willets Point, or Flushing/Main St Bus: Q23, Q48

Unisphere, "The Rocket Thrower"
Both structures were created by sculptor Donald Delue for the 1964 Fair and symbolized the Space Age. In the summer, fountains near the Unisphere are turned on.

Queens Theater in the Park
Located in the New York State Pavilion, which is another example of a remaining structure from the 1964 fair. It is now recognized for its annual cultural festivals as well as complete theater and dance seasons.

Meadow Lake
You can boat, fish, sail, or simply watch the ducks from a new seating area and promenade at the 84-acre man-made body of water. Small boats can be rented at the Boat Basin in the summer. The annual Dragon Boat Festival sails through every August

Column of Jerash
Originally erected in 120 AD by Romans in the ancient Jordanian city of Jerash, the 30-foot high marble pillar was a gift from King Hussein of Jordan for the 1964 Fair.

Queens Zoo
Serves as a tribute to the animals of North America such as American bison, mountain lions, California sea lions, American bald eagles, and more. The zoo is also home to "Otis," the coyote that was rescued from Central Park in 1999.

Queens Botanical Garden
43-50 Main Street
The 39-acre garden started out as an exhibit at the 1939 New York World's Fair. Today, it welcomes an international audience to its rose, bee, herb, and perennial gardens, plus its changing displays and public programs. The sustainable visitor/administration building, currently under construction, will conserve resources including energy, water, raw materials and land, and minimize the generation of toxic materials and waste in its operation.
Subway: to Main St then Q44 bus
Bus: Q20A, Q20B, Q44, Q58

New York Hall of Science
With recent renovations, the center now boasts more hands-on exhibits than ever, along with a wonderful collection of science fiction movie models and props. Outside are several rockets from real-life past space initiatives.

Queens Museum of Art
Features a miniature Panorama of New York City — the world's largest architectural scale model of an urban area that you can even walk over. There are also exhibitions that include painting, sculpture, drawing, and photography.

Sports Arenas

Citi Field
This is home of the New York Mets baseball team and the site of the team's World Series wins in 1969 and 1986.
Subway: Take the

train to the game - we have the lineup to get you home quickly.
Bus: Q48

USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center
The newly rededicated center honors the legendary female tennis pro and is home of the US Open Tennis Championships. It is open for public use all year round.
Subway:

to Mets/Willets Point
Bus: Q48

Flushing

Voelker Orth Museum
Bird Sanctuary and Victorian Garden
149-19 38th Ave
Purchased in the late 19th century, the structure was the home of one family for nearly its entire history, and has changed little since its early days. Today, it preserves and presents the historical and cultural heritage of Queens and Long Island through educational programs, workshops, lectures, exhibits, and musical events.
Subway:

to Main St , then Q13, Q15, or Q28 bus

Broad Channel and The Rockaways

Located in southern Queens between the mainland and the Rockaway Peninsula, Broad Channel is home to the Jamaica Bay Wildlife Refuge, an internationally renowned urban wildlife center. At 9,000 acres, the free facility is open year-round for bird watchers and nature enthusiasts. More than 325 species of birds, butterflies, reptiles, and amphibians have been spotted along its trails. With views of brackish ponds and marshes in the foreground and skyscrapers in the distance, it is truly a unique city experience. An on-site nature center offers maps, tours, and programs throughout the year.
Subway:

to Broad Channel, walk west to Cross Bay Blvd, turn right and then walk about ½ mile to refuge
Bus: Q21, Q53

The Rockaways are situated on a peninsula between scenic Jamaica Bay and the Atlantic Ocean. The 7.5-mile stretch boasts white sand beaches and a long boardwalk (second in length to that in Atlantic City, New Jersey).
Subway:

to Far Rockaway/Mott Av station, or transfer at the Broad Channel station to catch the Rockaway Park/Beach116 St;

to points between Beach 90th St and Beach 116th St stations.
Bus: Riders of the 2 or 5 can take the Q35 bus from the Brooklyn College/Flatbush Av terminal; Q21, Q22, Q35, Q53

Beach 90 St is the "Surfer Beach" of The Rockaways.

		"Whaleamena," a whimsical mosaic sculpture at the entrance to the Boardwalk at Beach 95th street, was donated to The Rockaways by the NYC Parks Department and was originally located in the Children's Zoo in Central Park.

		Located on the bay side at Beach Channel Drive in Belle Harbor is Tribute Park, which is dedicated to the people from The Rockaways lost in the terrorist attacks on September 11, 2001. The park overlooks Jamaica Bay and provides visitors with a view of Lower Manhattan for solemn reflections.