Long Island, NY

Travel Guide
Southampton

Head east from the big-city environment of Manhattan to parks, museums and beaches. Enjoy the mix of affluent and laid-back communities on this long island.

Some of the biggest attractions of Long Island are its beaches, starting less than a 1-hour drive from New York City. Coopers Beach in Southampton and the Main Beach in East Hampton are two of the most popular beaches along the Atlantic coastline. Bring your swimsuit and Frisbee to Jones Beach State Park in Wantagh, Hither Hills State Park and Montauk Point State Park, where you’ll find the iconic Montauk Point Lighthouse. End a summer of sun with Labor Day fireworks at East Hampton’s Main Beach.

Take a ferry to Fire Island, a narrow barrier island stretching along the southern coast. Relax on beaches on the inner and outer shorelines and walk along dunes to the Fire Island Lighthouse.

The area offers more than just beaches. Long Island’s North Shore is known as the Gold Coast for its early 20th-century mansions, as depicted in The Great Gatsby. Visit Old Westbury Gardens, Oheka Castle and Vanderbilt Museum. On the south shore is the more modern, affluent part of the island, the Hamptons. Drive around to view huge modern mansions, play at high-end golf courses or mingle at coffee shops with summer residents vacationing from New York City.

For excellent cultural experiences, select from dozens of museums and art galleries. Heckscher Museum of Art in Huntington has five centuries of Western art while the Parrish Art Museum near Southampton focuses on contemporary art. Tour the Cradle of Aviation Museum in Garden City for the story of aerospace. Enjoy a music concert or big-name comic performance at NYCB Theatre at Westbury. See Broadway shows or children’s productions at the John W. Engeman Theater in Northport. Simply relax at the athletic facilities of Nassau County’s Eisenhower Park.

Drive, take a bus or ride the Long Island Rail Road from Pennsylvania Station. Montauk on the eastern tip of Long Island is about 120 miles (190 kilometers) from the heart of Manhattan.

Where to stay in Long Island

Corona which includes a sporting event

Queens

3.5/5(7,239 area reviews)

Citi Field and Flower District are top sights in Queens, and you should be sure to explore the popular shops. Hop aboard the metro at Briarwood Van Wyck Blvd. Station or Jamaica Van Wyck Station to see more sights in the area.

Queens
Lovers watching sunset with Empire State Building on the background in the East River State Park in Williamsburg, Brooklyn.
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Williamsburg

4.5/5(496 area reviews)

Noted for its cafes and live music, there's plenty to explore in Williamsburg. Top attractions like McCarren Park Pool and McCarren Park are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Metropolitan Av. Station or Lorimer St. Station (Metropolitan St.) to see more of the city.

Williamsburg
Central Park showing skyline, a garden and a city

Uptown

4.5/5(50 area reviews)

While you're in Uptown, take in top sights like Central Park or Metropolitan Museum of Art, and hop on the metro to see more the city at 81 St. - Museum of Natural History Station or 77 St. Station (Lexington Av.).

Uptown
Downtown Brooklyn which includes heritage elements and a bridge

Downtown Brooklyn

4/5(698 area reviews)

Travelers choose Downtown Brooklyn for its abundant dining options. Hop aboard the metro at Jay St. - Tech Station or York St. Station and check out top sights like Brooklyn Bridge.

Downtown Brooklyn
Brooklyn Heights which includes a house

Brooklyn Heights

4.5/5(47 area reviews)

You might enjoy the restaurants while in Brooklyn Heights. Brooklyn Bridge is a notable sight, and you can get around town at Clark St. Station or Court St. Station to see more of the city.

Brooklyn Heights
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Greenpoint

4/5(263 area reviews)

You might take some time to check out the abundant dining options in Greenpoint. Spend some time visiting top spots like McCarren Park, and catch the metro at Nassau Av. Station or Greenpoint Av. Station to see more of the area.

Greenpoint
Four Points by Sheraton Flushing
Four Points by Sheraton Flushing
3 out of 5
33-68 Farrington St, Flushing, NY
The price is ¥26,358 per night from May 27 to May 28
¥26,358
per night
May 27 - May 28
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Flushing. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,539 reviews)
"Beautiful room and friendly staff"

Reviewed on May 11, 2024

Four Points by Sheraton Flushing
Comfort Inn JFK Airport
Comfort Inn JFK Airport
2.5 out of 5
132-15 Nassau Expressway, Jamaica, NY
The price is ¥34,910 per night from May 20 to May 21
¥34,910
per night
May 20 - May 21
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Jamaica. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
7.8/10 Good! (3,308 reviews)
"After a long flight somewhere clean to lay our heads for a nights sleep Order in food is the only option but that was ok"

Reviewed on May 12, 2024

Comfort Inn JFK Airport
New York LaGuardia Airport Marriott
New York LaGuardia Airport Marriott
3.5 out of 5
102-05 Ditmars Boulevard, East Elmhurst, NY
The price is ¥38,789 per night from May 19 to May 20
¥38,789
per night
May 19 - May 20
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in East Elmhurst. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), a free airport shuttle, and room service. Our guests praise the restaurant ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,002 reviews)
"It was great! Check in staff was super nice and checking out was swift and simple."

Reviewed on May 5, 2024

New York LaGuardia Airport Marriott
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Starlight Hotel
Starlight Hotel
2 out of 5
40-40 College Point Blvd, Flushing, NY
Stay at this aparthotel in Flushing. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour front desk, and slippers. Popular attractions Citi Field and USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (119 reviews)
"Close to subway. Reasonable rates. Very clean. Excellent customer service. There was a parking garage across the street that I felt safe parking in and at a reasonable price."

Reviewed on May 5, 2024

Starlight Hotel
Montauk Manor
Montauk Manor
3.5 out of 5
236 Edgemere St., Montauk, NY
Stay at this 3.5-star spa aparthotel in Montauk. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the property condition in our reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,016 reviews)
"The hotel was beautiful. Town is very close by and they offer a shuttle service to take you around. It's nice overall."

Reviewed on May 6, 2024

Montauk Manor
Montauk Oceanside Suites
Montauk Oceanside Suites
3 out of 5
115 South Emerson Avenue, Montauk, NY
Stay at this 3-star aparthotel in Montauk. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions South Edison Beach and Kirk Park Beach ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (288 reviews)
"We enjoyed our stay!"

Reviewed on May 10, 2024

Montauk Oceanside Suites
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