What's Fort Hamilton Like?

Fort Hamilton is notable for its entertainment venues. Travelers like this scenic neighborhood for its art scene and beautiful island views. Take time to see the sights like New York Harbor while you're here. Cape Liberty Cruise Port and Prospect Park are a couple of popular sights nearby.

How to Get to Fort Hamilton

Fort Hamilton is located 4.5 mi (7.2 km) from the heart of Brooklyn.

Flying to:

• • John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK), 13.1 mi (21.1 km) from Fort Hamilton
• • Liberty Intl. Airport (EWR), 9.7 mi (15.6 km) from Fort Hamilton
• • LaGuardia Airport (LGA), 14.1 mi (22.7 km) from Fort Hamilton

Things to See and Do in and around Fort Hamilton

Things to See near Fort Hamilton:

• • New York Harbor (3.7 mi/5.9 km away)
• • Cape Liberty Cruise Port (4.6 mi/7.3 km away)
• • Prospect Park (4.9 mi/7.8 km away)
• • Sunset Park (3.1 mi/4.9 km away)
• • Bensonhurst Park (1.5 mi/2.4 km away)

Things to Do near Fort Hamilton:

• • Luna Park (3.5 mi/5.6 km away)
• • New York Aquarium (3.6 mi/5.8 km away)
• • Staten Island Zoo (4.7 mi/7.5 km away)
• • Dyker Beach Golf Course (0.8 mi/1.3 km away)
• • Owl's Head Park (2.2 mi/3.5 km away)

When Is the Best Time to Visit Brooklyn?

• • Hottest months: July, August, June, September (average 73°F)
• • Coldest months: January, February, December, March (average 37°F)
• • Rainiest months: July, April, August, June (average 4 inches of rainfall)