What to do in Long Island, NY

Activities, attractions and tours

Long Island showing a marina
Long Island showing a marina
Southampton
Sag Harbor
Southampton which includes a park

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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Queens

3.5/5(395 area reviews)

Largest NYC borough, Queens boasts linguistic diversity and a varied economy. Explore Flushing Meadows–Corona Park, catch a game at Citi Field, or attend the U.S. Open at the USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center.

Queens
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Williamsburg

4.5/5(42 area reviews)

Experience contemporary art, hipster culture, and vibrant nightlife in this Brooklyn gem. Discover cutting-edge galleries, trendy bars, and eclectic eateries for a taste of modern urban living.

Williamsburg
Downtown Brooklyn which includes heritage elements and a bridge

Downtown Brooklyn

4/5(35 area reviews)

Discover the third largest central business district, featuring attractions like Fulton Mall, Brooklyn Academy of Music, and New York Transit Museum. Enjoy local produce at Borough Hall Greenmarket and savor Junior's famous cheesecakes. Easily accessible via subway and bridges.

Downtown Brooklyn
Pier extending out onto the East River, sunset scene from Transmitter Park in Greenpoint, Brooklyn

Greenpoint

4.5/5(14 area reviews)

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

Greenpoint
Row of Old Brownstone Homes in Bedford-Stuyvesant in Brooklyn of New York City with Staircases

Bedford-Stuyvesant

3/5(17 area reviews)

Spend some time visiting places like First AME Zion Church while getting to know Bedford-Stuyvesant, and be sure to check out the abundant dining options. You can hop aboard the metro at Kingston - Throop Avs. Station or Nostrand Av. Station (Fulton St.) to see more of the area.

Bedford-Stuyvesant
Park Slope featuring street scenes

Park Slope

3.5/5(10 area reviews)

Near a large Brooklyn park, important cultural sites stand next to gracious residences, while central avenues bustle with places to eat, drink and shop.

Park Slope

 

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