South Bronx
Hip-hop history and home-run hitters
Hip-Hop Started In the South Bronx
The South Bronx is famous for being the birthplace of hip-hop and graffiti, but there's also an abundance of heartfelt new offerings in the area spearheaded by locals. South Bronx native, celebrated DJ and owner of Sankofa Haus, Michael “DJ Spynfo” Eagen, shows us around the neighborhood of Mott Haven. As Eagen invites us along to explore, he connects with friends to reflect on the neighborhood’s progression from the 1970s to now. Watch to learn more.
GUIDES & ESSENTIALS
Get to know the best of the South Bronx, from the oldest continuously run NYC music store to the birthplace of hip-hop.
WHERE TO EAT AND DRINK
Bring your appetite to these must-try restaurants in the South Bronx.
ARTS, CULTURE & MUSEUMS
Find local art in South Bronx museums, cultural centers and art deco buildings.
TOP PICKS FOR SPORTS FANS
Step up to the plate and knock these must-dos out of the park.
HIP-HOP IN THE SOUTH BRONX
Experience the neighborhood’s hip-hop legacy through murals, the Bronx Walk of Fame and guided hip-hop tours.
Bronx Hip-Hop Guide
It all began on August 11, 1973, when DJ Kool Herc ignited a cultural revolution. Trace the roots of hip-hop culture and delve into how the Bronx has shaped it ever since.
DISCOVER GEMS IN THE SOUTH BRONX
Go behind the scenes of local establishments with these videos.
17 FUN THINGS TO SEE AND DO IN THE SOUTH BRONX
Add these South Bronx attractions and activities to your NYC bucket list. Get inspired through our photo slideshow.
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Yankee Stadium
Home to baseball's 27-time champs, the new Yankee Stadium was built in 2009 across the street from its former location.
New York Yankees
The Yankees may be the most storied franchise in sports, thanks to its 27 World Series championships and all-time greats like Babe Ruth, Mickey Mantle and Derek Jeter.
Melrose Hotel
The Melrose Hotel, the sister property of the acclaimed Opera House Hotel, is a 30-room boutique property in the South Bronx that seamlessly combines modern design with comfort.
The Bronx Museum of the Arts
A sleek gallery holds contemporary art from diverse cultural backgrounds, with the Bronx in a central role.
Opera House Hotel
It's been nearly a century since the Bronx Opera House was a destination for theatergoers. Today, the 60-room Opera House Hotel is notable for being the borough's first boutique hotel.
The Garífuna Experience in NYC
The Happy Land Memorial Walking Tour is just one way to experience this Bronx community, home to the largest Garifuna population outside of Central America.
Bronx Children’s Museum
Bronx’s first children’s museum features exhibitions and a learning lab.
Bronx Brewery
This independently owned craft brewery serves up small-batch beers that can be sampled in-house at the bar, on the patio in warmer months or in cans to go.
Bronx Central Post Office
The Bronx Central Post Office, which dates back to 1937, is notable for the 13 large murals on its walls.
Eating Tree
Standing in the shadow of Yankee Stadium, this temple to Caribbean cuisine—once profiled on Anthony Bourdain: No Reservations—specializes in authentic island grub, like curried goat, jerk chicken and shrimp, oxtail, Jamaican patties, rotis and fried plantains.
Franz Sigel Park
Quiet tree-lined trails, a dog run, and ball fields accompany this green space.