I'm not an expert on the NYC subways, but it looks like you could catch the Q train at 57th St/7th Ave (about 2 blocks from your hotel, Mark) and ride it straight to the Coney Island/Stillwell Ave. station.<BR>(http://www.mta.nyc.ny.us/nyct/service/qline.htm)<BR><BR>Does that sound right, NYC subway experts? For a first-timer it might be easier than a route that would require a transfer.<BR><BR>Also, the Brooklyn Cyclones are a minor league affiliate of the NY Mets. Go here for more info:<BR>http://www.brooklyncyclones.com<BR><BR>It's the first time baseball has been brought back to Brooklyn since the Dodgers left in 1958 (Boo, O'Malley!) and they have a nice ballpark with a view of the ocean and the old Parachute Jump.<BR>

Boy, what a bunch of ninnies. Coney Island is a blast. There are lots of things to do, and during the day, it is completely packed with families enjoying the food on the board walk and the rides. <BR><BR>Does it get unseemy at night? A little bit. But not any more than certain parts of Wildwood, NJ or Venice Beach.<BR><BR>This urban fear thing can be totally understated. Enjoy the scene, bring a camera and have a blast. The Freak Show is a lot of fun.

<BR>Oh yes, so fun to galk at the sad misfortune of others! Don't forget to point, laugh, and throw pennies!<BR><BR>

there is no transfer from the 6 to the F at Bleecker st.