6. The Neon Signs are Original

Nathans_Famous-Neon_Signs-Coney_Island-Surf_Ave-Brooklyn-NYCThe neon signs of Nathan’s Famous at sundown

The neon signs that illuminate dark stretches of Surf and Stillwell avenues are original, dating back to the 1920s. Having been kept in great condition, the lights still work and bring in tourists and locals alike towards the familiar sights and smells of the storied boardwalk comfort food.