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
Things to do in Long Island, Long Island: The Best Gardens
Discover the best top things to do in Long Island, United States including LongHouse Reserve, Madoo Conservancy, Landcraft Garden Foundation, Old Westbury Gardens, Planting Fields Arboretum State Historic Park, John P. Humes Japanese Stroll Garden, Bridge Gardens, Suffolk County Farm & Education Center, Clark Botanic Garden, Cedarmere.
Restaurants in Long Island
1. LongHouse Reserve
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 112 reviews
Located in beautiful East Hampton, New York, LongHouse Reserve is a sixteen acre garden with established lawns, ornamental borders, plant collections and outdoor sculpture, planned by the internationally recognized textile designer, Jack Lenor Larsen. Mr. Larsen, along with the recommendations of the LHR Art Committee, has assembled a collection of over 70 sculptures for the gardens. LongHouse Reserve was established in 1991 and reflects founder Jack Lenor Larsen's desire to encourage creativity in gardening and in collecting and everyday living with art.
Reviewed By StephenCr0ss - Dublin, Ireland
Amazing gardens and wonderful place to see. It’s under refurbishment for the winter but the items are still amazing. Recommended
2. Madoo Conservancy
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 9 reviews
Madoo is an ever-changing, horticulturally diverse public garden with historic structures established in 1967 by artist, gardener, and writer Robert Dash in the village of Sagaponack, New York. At Madoo, a unique living tribute to the artistic imagination of its founder, we seek to continually engage, educate, and inspire our visitors. We are open Mid-May to Columbus Day weekend. Please email info@madoo for appointments at other times.
Reviewed By Goddessofthegrill - Sagaponack, United States
Went and wandered this amazing place. Met Alejandro who enthusiastically shared his wonderful views and history of Madoo. I almost felt like Alice in wonderland as each corner of the garden offered a new surprise. It’s peaceful and serene in places and other spots are full of the energy of the birds and other folks wandering the trail. It’s a great location, tucked into the way to the beach, and great local farm stands. The winery is close as well, so you can create a magical day just on one street off the main road in the Hamptons.
3. Landcraft Garden Foundation
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 1 reviews
The Landcraft Garden Foundation is dedicated to inspiring, educating and promoting gardening, horticulture and the preservation of our natural environment. Our mission is to provide a horticulturally diverse garden that offers knowledge of the plant world and acts as a laboratory for experimenting with horticultural techniques, plant diversity, breeding and design.
4. Old Westbury Gardens
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 419 reviews
Old Westbury Gardens, listed on the National Register of Historic Places, is the former country estate of John S. Phipps and his wife Margarita Grace Phipps. Opened to the public in 1959 with the mission of preserving a part of Long Island’s heritage, Old Westbury Gardens is an extraordinary example of a gracious era. Built in 1906 by the English designer George A. Crawley, Westbury House is a magnificent country house reflecting English architecture of the late 1600s and early 1700s The house is furnished with fine English antiques and decorative arts and remains virtually intact from the more than 50 years of the family’s residence. The estate includes over 70 acres of landscaped formal and informal gardens. An additional 160 acres of fields and woodlands surround the estate.
Reviewed By gaharris10 - Yonkers, United States
During the summer of 2017, I brought and treated my fiancé, Kathy (she’s now my wife) and myself for a visit and tour of the Old Westbury Garden. We were immediately captivated by the gorgeous mansion, Westbury House, and enthralled by the magnificent formal gardens of Old Westbury Mansion. When visiting the Westbury House, my wife and I deeply impressed with the mansion’s numerous furnishings and the beautifully decorated rooms such as the “West Porch,” the “White Drawing Room” and the “Red Ballroom.” In addition to visiting the Westbury House, my wife and I also took part in a guided tour of the estate’s formal gardens. During our tour, we learned about the history of Old Westbury Gardens, and it’s builder and one time owner, John Schaefer Phipps of the Phipps Family, a prominent American family that descended from Henry Phipps Jr, a wealthy and influential businessman and philanthropist. Not only did the tour guide provide a comprehensive description of the Phipps Family, but she also took the time to showcase and discuss the site’s multiple gardens such as the “ enchanted walled garden” and “ exquisite rose garden.” All in all, my wife and I highly were highly impressed and awestruck by the beauty and grandeur of the Old Westbury Garden!!! If you are looking to be swept away by majestic landscape, gardens and architecture, then you should definitely visit and take the time to explore this iconic Long Island attraction!!!
5. Planting Fields Arboretum State Historic Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 282 reviews
Located in Oyster Bay, New York and originally landscaped by the Olmsted Brothers, the grounds feature 409 acres of greenhouses, rolling lawns, formal gardens, woodland paths and outstanding plant collections. The original historic estate buildings remain intact including Coe Hall, a 65-room Tudor Revival mansion designed by Walker and Gillette. The interior of the house is a showcase of artistry and craftsmanship and features a distinctly American aesthetic through original ironwork commissions by Samuel Yellin and murals painted by artists Robert Winthrop Chanler and Everett Shinn. Planting Fields is included in the National Register of Historic Places.
Reviewed By 25sandya - Haddonfield, United States
This was a beautiful park in which to spend a couple hours on a low key vacation. While we did not manage to walk all the trails in our limited time here, we enjoyed what we saw immensely, and had the place almost to ourselves. I would love to come back in the spring when more flowers are blooming. Do not miss the main greenhouse! The cactus, begonia and orchid branches were great, as well as the wonderful tropical plants and trees in the main section. The dahlia garden was very nice. Also of note, the Sensory garden and Italian garden. After Labor Day, the $8 per car fee is only collected on weekends.
6. John P. Humes Japanese Stroll Garden
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 24 reviews
Reviewed By JohannaC137 - Locust Valley, United States
This is a lovely spot in the middle of Locust Valley. An almost hidden gem. Beyond the wooden fence is a tranquil spot to walk the paths and feel like you are in another world. It is quiet, and beautifully maintained. The Japanese garden reminds me of the one in the Brooklyn Botanic Garden. You'll never find hoards of people there, and that's ok, because it is meant to be calming and meditative. A place of peace...
7. Bridge Gardens
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 8 reviews
Reviewed By noel17
On a gorgeous Sunday morning, we practically had the garden to ourselves to explore. It was tranquil. We strolled along collections of fruits, vegetables, and flowers. Listened to couple of lovely birds sing. Ended our wondering in the rose garden. What a treat, every rose had a lovely scent.
8. Suffolk County Farm & Education Center
9. Clark Botanic Garden
10. Cedarmere
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 16 reviews
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