Red Hook Pinball Museum

Kamil Tyebally/Lonely Planet

A person holds up a hand in an arcade with pinball machines.

Vintage arcade games from the 1930s to 1970s blink and clang inside this tiny, free-to-play arcade. The 1960s-70s Gottliebs are most attention-grabbing, with mid-century-mod illustrations, but there's also a 1931 Whiffle, modern pinball’s granddad. Excited by what you see? Call a friend on the working payphone to tell them about it. Just like the games, it’s free to use. Afternoons can get busy; swing back in the evening if it’s packed.

Book popular activities

Lonely Planet may earn a commission from affiliate links on our site. All recommendations and reviews reflect our own independent opinions.