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Prospect Park W (at 9th St) Brooklyn , NY 11215 United States
Good spot to enter prospect park .
Even if you miss off leash hours, great place to hang out & greet dogs
Perfect park entrance to the bandshell
Interesting fact: The marquis' sword is polished by the hands of children.
It’s pretty and quiet there
Watch the sun set on 9th street
This was such a great, beautiful venue to see a show (especially Robert Plant!)! So easy to get to, too. - Nikki M Mascali
Amazing piece of park design, one of the best features of the park. - zoe gagnon
Refreshments sold here- water, soda, Thai iced tea, cookies, muffins. Restrooms here, also. - Steve LeVine
a flock of argentine monk parakeets have made their nest on the middle tower of the arch and can often be seen going about their business - Nate Folkert
An awesome park to visit when you want to go for a nice, long run. - David Holtz
Di Paola turkey ground, boneless breast, and maple breakfast sausage, Hudson Valley duck farm, Blue Moon fish, goat cheese, and excellent veggies. - Akilah Rosado