Atlantic Terminal is a railway station in the New York City borough of Brooklyn. It is the westernmost stop on the Long Island Rail Road's (LIRR) Atlantic Branch, and is also served by the New York City Subway's Atlantic Avenue–Barclays Center station, located one block to the north. The terminal is located near the Atlantic Avenue–Pacific Street and Hoyt–Schermerhorn Streets subway stations.
The Atlantic Branch runs from Atlantic Terminal to the Montauk Branch, located at Long Island's eastern tip. The Atlantic Branch was originally designated as the Brooklyn and Jamaica Railroad, and later became part of the LIRR. The line opened on October 7, 1836. Atlantic Terminal was originally known as Flatbush Avenue.
The terminal is located in the Fort Greene neighborhood of Brooklyn. It is next to the Atlantic Avenue–Pacific Street subway station, which is served by the 2, 3, 4, 5, B, D, N, Q, R, and W trains. The Hoyt–Schermerhorn Streets subway station, served by the A, C, G, and 2 trains, is located one block away.
The original Atlantic Terminal building was designed by the LIRR's first chief engineer, William J. Wilgus, and built in 1913. The building was expanded in the 1950s and again in the 1980s. The current building was designed by the architectural firm of Kohn Pedersen Fox Associates and opened in 2004.
The Atlantic Terminal complex includes a train shed, which was built in 1913. The train shed is a steel-framed structure with a flat roof. It is located between the Atlantic Avenue and Pacific Street entrances to the subway station.
The Atlantic Terminal complex also includes a shopping mall, known as Atlantic Terminal Mall. The mall was originally built in the 1950s, and was redeveloped in the 2000s. The mall includes a food court, a movie theater, and several retail stores.
Nearby places to visit:
- Barclays Center: Connected to the Atlantic Terminal, Barclays Center is a major sports and entertainment arena, hosting concerts, basketball games, and other events.
- Prospect Park: A short distance away, Prospect Park offers a vast green space with walking trails, a lake, the Brooklyn Botanic Garden, and the Prospect Park Zoo.
- Brooklyn Academy of Music (BAM): A cultural hub, BAM hosts a range of performances, including theater, dance, music, and film, providing a diverse cultural experience.
- Brooklyn Museum: Explore an extensive collection of art and artifacts at the Brooklyn Museum, known for its diverse exhibits spanning various cultures and time periods.
- Brooklyn Heights Promenade: Experience stunning views of the Manhattan skyline and the Brooklyn Bridge from the Brooklyn Heights Promenade, a picturesque walkway along the East River.
- New York Transit Museum: Located in a decommissioned subway station, the Transit Museum showcases the history of public transportation in New York City, featuring vintage subway cars and exhibits.
- Brooklyn Bridge: Take a stroll or bike ride across the iconic Brooklyn Bridge, connecting Brooklyn to Lower Manhattan, and enjoy panoramic views of the city.