Top Things to do in Long Island
Top Hotels in Long Island
- 1. Inn at Great Neck
- 2. Viana Hotel and Spa, Trademark Collection by Wyndham
- 3. The Andrew Hotel
- 4. Hyatt Place Long Island/East End
- 5. Harborfront Inn at Greenport
- 6. The Garden City Hotel
- 7. Best Western Bar Harbour Inn
- 8. Red Roof PLUS+ Long Island - Garden City
- 9. Sound View Greenport
- 10. Hilton Garden Inn Stony Brook
10 Budget-friendly Things to do in Long Island That You Shouldn't Miss
Discover the best top things to do in Long Island, United States including Mashomack Preserve, Fire Island National Seashore, Montauk Point Lighthouse, Sagamore Hill National Historic Site, Jones Beach State Park, Cooper's Beach, Ditch Plains, Ponquogue Beach, Hither Hills State Park, Montauk Point State Park.
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1. Mashomack Preserve
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 136 reviews
This Nature Conservancy property spans 2,100 acres, and accounts for one-third of the land on Shelter Island.
Reviewed By debrak2
This is a great place for a hike, especially with the family. I went with my 2 daughters in their 20s and we chose the red trail (1.4 miles). The trail was easy (I have arthritis of the knees, so it was just fine) and it was clearly marked with benches along the way. Kids will really like the fact that you get to read one page of a children's picture book every few yards, so that once you finish the hike you finish the story. There is also a gazebo along the way with water views. A lovely experience ... highly recommend it!
2. Fire Island National Seashore
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 192 reviews
Reviewed By LollysLook - New York City, United States
Fire island beaches are the spectacular jewel of the south shore of Long Island New York. The beautiful sandy beaches line the barrier island. Each town on fire island has its own unique draw-some are quiet, some have bars and restaurants that are lively. Find one that you love !
3. Montauk Point Lighthouse
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1,443 reviews
Located on the tip of Long Island, the oldest lighthouse in New York State offers a museum, gift shop and tours.
Reviewed By N2647LQdavidw - Waddington, United States
A must see attraction. This beautiful Lighthouse on the tip of Long Island is worth the trip .You can have a picnic and take a tour and climb to the top of the lighthouse with spectacular views. And you better hurry cause it might go over the edge sooner or later
4. Sagamore Hill National Historic Site
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 486 reviews
A bully good historic attraction, not to be missed: the home of Theodore Roosevelt from 1902 to 1906, considered the "Summer White House," a beautiful 23-room Victorian mansion estate that also includes a 37-acre National Environmental Study Area of forest, tidal salt marsh and bay beach.
Reviewed By Jasmine38Chichester - Chichester, United Kingdom
There was more to see here than we realised and wished we'd allowed more time for our visit. As well as the tour of the house, which was excellent and took around 40 mins, there is a small, well presented museum, a couple of short movies about Sagamore Hill and life of TR, some interesting interpretative signs around the grounds and a nice nature trail down to the water. The house was built to his requirements, is full of TRs personal effects and furnished just as the family lived in it. We learnt so much about this fascinating individual and his views and beliefs. You can only visit the house on a tour and in peak season you need to book ahead if you have a national park pass on the parks website for free. If not best to show up early and book on a tour for $10 each for a time slot as tickets are often sold out by noon.
5. Jones Beach State Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 463 reviews
This park offers visitors seven miles of beach, two swimming pools, a boardwalk and games.
Reviewed By LIICETEA - Long Island, United States
Jones Beach State Park, a NY STATE PARK so Parking Fees apply during the season, 10.00 dollars daily. There are plenty of activities at the park for every one. A great boardwalk, a beautiful beach, playgrounds for the kids, Shuffle board and miniature golf. Beside the Beach, the 2 pools should be open during season, I rode my bike on the bicycle path from Cedar Creek park to Jones Beach which is about 5 miles. i didnt continue but i think it goes further along the bay towards Gilgo Beach. Now the Best hidden secret in this park, Parking lot 10(check out picture) with the fishing pier have the best sunsets. GO there and you will see what I mean.
6. Cooper's Beach
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 347 reviews
Scenic beach stretches 500 feet along the Atlantic shoreline offering a view of historic mansions in the distance.
Reviewed By Rtktennis - Southampton, United States
As nice as it gets. Great food at reasonable prices for the Hampton's Worth the parking fee if you can’t bike there. ..
7. Ditch Plains
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 142 reviews
Located on the Montauk Peninsula, this popular beach is noted for excellent surfing and body boarding.
Reviewed By fuwa1818 - Cincinnati, United States
Beautiful in the mornings! Not very crowded and mainly friendly locals out on the water. Catch a lesson with Coreyswave if you'd like to learn. Surf is consistently good for beginners in the summer. IMPORTANT: If you're visiting, none of the lots are open to cars without an East Hampton beach parking permit. I parked in the free lot at Shadmoor State Park and took the 20 min walk to Ditch. Phenomenal way to start the day with a clear mind!
8. Ponquogue Beach
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 157 reviews
Reviewed By 376arthurh
This is one of my favorite beaches on Long Island. Has life guards, a concert series and a small concession stand as well as bathrooms during the summer season. Requires a permit or a day pass. Check out the Town Of Southampton website for details.
9. Hither Hills State Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 204 reviews
Reviewed By CherryTravels17 - New Jersey, United States
My husband and I visited Hither Hills State Park on a Saturday. It is quite large and with minimal cell service in the area, we got lost looking for the Coastal Trail. We came across the Walking Dunes Trail by accident. (There was free parking on the street bordering the trail.) We only did the first loop but it was very unique and featured views of the water, dunes and forest. We later found the Coastal Trail and parked in the lot at the end of Navy Road. (Parking was free.) The trail was easy and had a nice mix of forest and water views.
10. Montauk Point State Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 258 reviews
Reviewed By JohnRegoPark - Rego Park, United States
It's a far place, no doubt about it, but it is really worth it. The ride from New York is generally smooth until you get to the Hamptons when all of a sudden the highway becomes a street, and there are lights. The park itself is wonderfully laid out. There is ample parking, bathroom facilities, picnic tables, and hiking paths. You can get down to the water and walk around the base of the lighthouse. The lighthouse itself is not to be missed. There is a small charge to get into the museum which is the bottom floor of the lighthouse. The exhibits chart the history of the lighthouse, which has never been moved. The efforts to keep the sea at bay are very interesting. Because of covid restrictions, there is no place to buy food here. This is a wonderful day trip from anywhere on Long Island and will supply a lasting memory.
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