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Alternative names: Area: 1376.84 mi²Elevation: 121 ft a.s.l.Coordinates: 40°47'60"N, 73°18'0"W
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Long Island Attractions - What to See and Explore

Long Island offers many attractions and places to visit. Here are the most important ones: Parrish Art Museum, Fairfield Properties Ballpark, Baseball Heaven, Central Branch. Below you will find a complete list of places worth visiting.

  • parrish art museum long island
    Museum • Art museum • Art gallery

    Parrish Art Museum

    Nestled in the scenic town of Water Mill in Long Island, the Parrish Art Museum stands as an essential cultural landmark that celebrates the artistic spirit of the region. With its sleek, barn-inspired architecture designed by Herzog & de Meuron, the museum is not only...

  • bethpage ballpark long island
    Sport venue • Sport • Arenas and stadiums

    Fairfield Properties Ballpark

    Fairfield Properties Ballpark is a 6,002-seat baseball park in Central Islip, New York that serves as the home of the Long Island Ducks, an independent professional baseball team that is a member of the Atlantic League of Professional Baseball.

  • baseball heaven long island location map
    Sport venue • Sport • Arenas and stadiums

    Baseball Heaven

    Baseball Heaven is a 27-acre baseball complex in Yaphank, New York on Long Island. The complex is located close to Long Island MacArthur Airport. Baseball Heaven attracts talent from the New England and Mid-Atlantic states.

  • central branch long island
    Bridge • Plainedge

    Central Branch

    The Central Branch is a rail line owned and operated by the Long Island Rail Road in the U.S. state of New York, extending from 40.734°N 73.470°W / 40.734; -73.470 just east of Bethpage station to 40.696°N 73.341°W / 40.696; -73.341 just west of Babylon station.

  • hempstead house long island
    Forts and castles • Vernacular architecture • Gothic Revival architecture

    Hempstead House

    Hempstead House, also known as the Gould-Guggenheim Estate or Sands Point Preserve, is a large estate that was built for Howard Gould and completed for Daniel Guggenheim in 1912.

  • brewster house long island
    Park • Saltbox architecture

    Brewster House

    The Brewster House in East Setauket, New York was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 2008. The house was originally built in 1665 and expanded in the early 18th century. It was restored in 1968 to match the 1845 painting of "Long Island Farmhouses" by William Sidney Mount.

  • wardenclyffe tower long island
    Science museum • Tower

    Wardenclyffe Tower

    Wardenclyffe Tower, also known as the Tesla Tower, was an early experimental wireless transmission station designed and built by Nikola Tesla on Long Island in 1901–1902, located in the village of Shoreham, New York.

  • cantiague park long island location map
    Park • Hicksville

    Cantiague Park

    Cantiague Park is a public park maintained by the Nassau County Department of Parks, Recreation, and Museums, located in Hicksville, New York.

  • old field point light long island
    Vernacular architecture • Lighthouse

    Old Field Point Light

    Old Field Point Light is a lighthouse within the village of Old Field, New York between the entrances to Port Jefferson Harbor and Stony Brook Harbor on the North Shore of Long Island.

  • brookhaven ecology center long island
    Park • Zoo

    Brookhaven Ecology Center

    The Harold H. Malkmes Wildlife Education and Ecology Center is a park, zoo, and ecology site in Holtsville, New York and operated by the Town of Brookhaven, and located on the site of a former landfill.

  • three village historical society long island location map
    Museum

    Three Village Historical Society

    Three Village Historical Society is a historical society headquartered in East Setauket, New York, that preserves the history of the villages of Old Field, Poquott, the Setaukets, and Stony Brook. The society educates visitors about local history through events, walking tours, and educational programs.

  • congregation aish kodesh long island
    Synagogue • Woodmere

    Congregation Aish Kodesh

    Congregation Aish Kodesh is an Orthodox synagogue in Woodmere, New York. Led since its founding in 1992 by Rabbi Moshe Weinberger, the synagogue was named after the Piaseczna Rav, Rabbi Kalonymus Kalman Shapira, known by the name of his last work, Aish Kodesh, who was a leading Polish Hasidic rabbi in prewar Europe.

  • caroline church and cemetery long island
    Church

    Caroline Church and Cemetery

    Caroline Church and Cemetery is a historic Episcopal church and cemetery and also a national historic district at the junction of Dyke and Bates Roads in Setauket, Suffolk County, New York.

  • long island game farm
    Zoo • Manorville

    Long Island Game Farm

    The Long Island Game Farm, situated at 489 Chapman Boulevard in Manorville, New York, was established in 1969 by Stanley and Diane Novak. Stanley Novak, his wife Diane and daughters Melinda and Susan built the zoo on 29 acres. Today the Game Farm is home to over 200 animals. For many people, visiting the game farm is a yearly tradition.

  • water mill long island
    Museum • History museum

    Water Mill

    Water Mill is a historic watermill located at Water Mill in Suffolk County, New York, USA. It is a 2-story, heavy wood-frame structure with a wood-shingle exterior and composed of two building sections. There is a 2-story, square-shaped main section and 1-story, one-bay wing.

  • old house long island
    Museum • History museum

    Old House

    The Old House is a historic home on State Route 25 in Cutchogue in Suffolk County, New York.

  • brookhaven amphitheater long island location map
    Concert hall • Concerts and shows • Performing arts

    Long Island Community Hospital Amphitheater

    The Long Island Community Hospital Amphitheater, located at Bald Hill, is an outdoor concert venue owned by the Town of Brookhaven, and located in Farmingville, New York, United States.

  • temple beth el long island location map
    Synagogue • Temple

    Temple Beth-El

    Temple Beth-El is a Reform synagogue at 5 Old Mill Road in Great Neck, New York. Founded in 1928, it is the oldest synagogue in Great Neck. As of 2009, it had a membership of 875 families. Since 2009, the senior rabbis have been a married couple: Meir and Tara Feldman.

  • national jewish sports hall of fame and museum long island location map
    Museum • Commack

    National Jewish Sports Hall of Fame and Museum

    The National Jewish Sports Hall of Fame and Museum, in Commack, New York, is dedicated to honoring American Jewish figures who have distinguished themselves in sports.

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Long Island – popular in the area (distance from the center)

In the vicinity of Long Island, it's worth seeing attractions such as: Discovery Museum and Planetarium (Bridgeport), Nassau County Museum of Art (North Hempstead), Eisenhower Park (North Hempstead).

  • discovery museum and planetarium bridgeport29 milesN
    Museum, Children's museum, Observatories and planetariums

    Discovery Museum and Planetarium, Bridgeport

    Nestled in the heart of Bridgeport, Connecticut, the Discovery Museum and Planetarium stands as a beacon of learning and exploration for individuals of all ages. This educational landmark offers a wealth of interactive exhibits and displays that ignite curiosity...

  • nassau county museum of art north hempstead18 milesW
    Museum, Art museum, Event space

    Nassau County Museum of Art, North Hempstead

    Nestled in the picturesque town of Roslyn Harbor in New York, the Nassau County Museum of Art is a cultural gem that beckons art enthusiasts and casual visitors alike. Housed in a stunning Georgian mansion, set upon a sprawling 145-acre estate, this museum offers a...

  • eisenhower park north hempstead15 milesW
    Golf, Park

    Eisenhower Park, North Hempstead

    Eisenhower Park, a verdant oasis nestled in East Meadow, New York, within the town of North Hempstead, is a sprawling 930-acre park that offers an array of recreational activities and amenities for visitors of all ages. This park, named in honor of President Dwight D.

  • beardsley zoo bridgeport29 milesN
    Animals from North and South America

    Beardsley Zoo, Bridgeport

    Nestled in the heart of Bridgeport, Connecticut, Beardsley Zoo offers an enchanting wildlife experience for visitors of all ages. As the only zoo in the state, it has been a cherished destination for families, tourists, and animal lovers since its opening in 1922.

  • cradle of aviation museum north hempstead16 milesW
    Specialty museum, Museum, History museum

    Cradle of Aviation Museum, North Hempstead

    The Cradle of Aviation Museum is an aerospace museum located in Garden City, New York on Long Island to commemorate Long Island's part in the history of aviation.

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Best Time To Visit Long Island

Learn when is the best time to travel to Long Island weather-wise and what to expect in each season.

Popularity among visitors

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July is the most popular and therefore the most crowded month to visit this location. Many people also choose to visit in June and August.

Average temperatures in °F

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The highest air temperature is in June, July and August. While the coldest is in January and February.

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The lowest rainfall is recorded in February, June, July, September and October. Most of it rains in March, April, August, November and December.

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We can expect the longest days in June, while the shortest in December.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

What are the top attractions to visit in Long Island?

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What is the best time to visit Long Island?

July is the most popular and therefore the most crowded month to visit this location. Many people also choose to visit in June and August. The highest air temperature is in June, July and August. While the coldest is in January and February.

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