Things To Do in Long Island, New York

Activities, attractions and tours
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Long Island Attractions

Let Expedia help you experience the best that Long Island has to offer! If you’re looking for fun itinerary ideas, we can provide you with a list of the top sightseeing attractions, as well as helping you to find unmissable activities. Whether you’re travelling with your family, planning a romantic trip with your loved one, or visiting on business, we’ll make it easy to plan an unforgettable holiday that checks all the boxes.

Activities and Tours

Long Island is crammed with must-see places to visit and things to do. We can help you decide where to stay, and make it a breeze to explore the surrounding areas with our guides on where to go, what to see and when to see it. No matter how long your stay, it’s easy to find places of interest in Long Island to make sure that you enjoy your experience to the fullest and don’t miss a thing. Leave the local knowledge to us and leave the hassle behind.

If you’re planning a visit, why not check out our handy guides to places of interest in the area? You can browse lists of things to do, learn about the most popular attractions, and get help with planning the details of your trip. Expedia makes it easy for you to check out all the top sights.

Long Island Attractions

Expedia has something for everyone, so whether you’re planning to get active on a summer holiday, put a spring in your step with a romantic rendezvous, or pamper yourself with a leisurely winter trip, you’ll find plenty of attractions to keep you entertained. In addition to scheduling local tours, booking reservations and scoring advance event tickets, Expedia makes it easy to book your flight, hotel and rental car in advance, all on one consolidated travel itinerary, making for hassle-free travel and freeing you up to explore the sights of Long Island.

Looking for things to do can be time consuming, but we can take the hassle out of planning your holiday. Whether you’re looking to get active in the great outdoors, sample the cuisine or catch up with the vibrant local culture, our guides to Long Island attractions ensure that you’ll have a successful trip, whatever the season.


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Corona which includes a sporting event

Queens

3.5/5(395 area reviews)

Forest Park 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(42 area reviews)

Noted for its cafes and live music, there's plenty to explore in Williamsburg. Top attractions like McCarren Park Pool and Brooklyn Brewery 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

5/5(1 area review)

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(35 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(4 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
Park Slope featuring street scenes

Park Slope

3.5/5(10 area reviews)

Travelers choose Park Slope for its abundant dining options. Hop aboard the metro at 7 Av. Station (9th St.) or 9 St. Station and check out top sights like Lesbian Herstory Archives.

Park Slope

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