As one of the historic pre-war buildings in the Jackson Heights Landmark District, The Belvedere is located in one of the most ethnically diverse areas of the country. Residents enjoy the opportunity to join local civic groups, attend services in the area’s many houses of worship, watch parades, including Halloween, down 37th Avenue, and sample a wide variety of cuisines from around the world —
Local Groups:
Local Attractions:
- Jackson Heights Green Market: Every Sunday year-round one block east of Travers Park, you’ll find various goods offered by nearby farms and vendors, including dairy, fresh fruits and vegetables, baked goods, honey, cheese, and wine. There’s also a clothing donation and compost drop-off point provided by the city
- Eater New York‘s “Where to Eat in Jackson Heights”: “In the last decade, the Jackson Heights dining scene has exploded. With an emphasis on South Asian, South American, Southeast Asian, and Mexican, it has one of the most interesting mix of reasonably priced restaurants in the city. And within each category, there is stunning diversity”
- Grub Street‘s “The Absolute Best Restaurants in Jackson Heights”
- 34th Avenue Open Street: Seven days a week from 8am to 8pm, 34th Avenue is for pedestrians — bicycles, strollers, joggers, etc.