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Manhattan Beach

7.5Friend Score / 10

#6 of 8 Beaches in New York City

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Known forBrooklynAtlantic Oceanquiet beachresidential
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Manhattan Beach is a quiet, upscale Brooklyn neighborhood beach at the eastern end of the Coney Island peninsula, offering a calm, well-maintained stretch of Atlantic Ocean shoreline that feels worlds away from the Coney Island crowds. The surrounding neighborhood is leafy and residential, and the beach attracts a local, low-key crowd of families and regulars. There are no rides or amusements — just a clean beach, calm water, and a pleasant park. It's not well-served by subway (the B/Q stop at Brighton Beach requires a walk), so many visitors arrive by car or bike.

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Last verifiedJuly 14, 2026

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7.5/10
  • Value9.5
  • iconic5.5
  • excellence7.5
  • Crowd level4.0
  • Authenticity8.5
  • Accessibility6.0
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Last reviewed July 14, 2026 by AskTheCity Editorial.