Things to Do in Staten Island, NY - Staten Island Must-See Attractions
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Historical Toursfromper adult$625
Monuments and Memorialsfromper adult$79
Bus Toursfromper adult$99
Adventure Toursfromper adult$274
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Architecture Toursfromper adult$116
Historical Toursfromper adult$44
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- aplasencia40117 contributionsGreat place to take the kids for an afternoon. Most of the animals are indoors. Snow leopards are a must see.Written February 3, 2021This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- therichastillStevenage, UK2,986 contributionsThe 911 Memorial on Staten Island is very beautiful.
From the ferry terminal walk along the front and you can see the memorial quite clearly. It is very tasteful. Two simple white stone pieces with the names of the people from Staten Island who died in the 911 attack. What I found was really beautiful was that there are the profiles of the people on the memorial as well which is a really lovely tribute.
From the memorial you can see Manhattan and the financial district which has now been rebuilt.
It is a good place to visit to remember the victims.Written November 1, 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - Christina LWoodbridge, New Jersey, United States885 contributionsI try to visit FORT’s all the time and this one is absolutely gorgeous. It sits at the bottom of the Verrazano Bridge.
They give you a map that you can follow a path to see all the important sites of the FORT. A little disappointed that you couldn’t go into the FORT itself however you can see it from the outside and from on top of the hill.Written August 14, 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - Irina Akc5 contributionsWinter time this place is not so interesting (expect Chinese winter Lantern Festival, it is great for children at dark time)Written September 27, 2022This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- laurastatenislan2018Staten Island, NY42 contributionsAttended the Mock Trial of Mary Polly Bodine who was arrested for the double murder of her sister-in-law and infant daughter on Christmas Day 1843 here in Staten Island. The Mock Trial took place in the Richmondtown Courthouse where she was actually tried back then. Very interesting, well acted, particularly the prosecutor who was outstanding! Loved it.Written May 19, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- ASRSurrey, UK80 contributionsThe sound of water is a delight among the other pleasures of this delightful garden. It is a typical Chinese garden, which means lots of winding paths and bridges, odd-shaped doorways and a moon gate, fish and bamboo. The entry fee of $5 is very reasonable for such a unique experience. Adult can find calm in contemplation of the views, and children can explore all the different routes and hidden corners.
More information on wikipedia: New York Chinese Scholar's Garden.Written May 31, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - Tania G2 contributionsThe Staten Island Children's Museum is "hands down" the best children's museum in New York City. All of the exhibits are interactive educational and FUN. Everyone writing a review should put 5 stars because it is just that good. They have a construction site with a boom crane on the 3rd floor, and tools and a slide when kids enter an indoor house. On the same level they have an insect exhibit and molds where kids can enter and pretend to be insects for a photo op as well as a pet shop with different animals. (I believe this same side use to have white coats for the children to pretend play vets. I love the rainforest and polar exhibits, but I really thought the air currents, game room and fire station were amazing xs amazing. Absolutely worth the trip!!!Written May 21, 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Global_NancyNew Jersey134 contributionsWe took the Staten Island Historical Tour. The guide was great, and we learned a lot. The biggest disappointment was that the Seastreak Ferry boat had filthy windows that you could barely see out of. We popped outside a few times to see, but unfortunately, the weather was too windy to stay there.Written March 17, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- ME2AKJuneau, AK98 contributionsMy 3rd Great Grandfather (1812-1882) lived at the Snug Harbor Sailors Home the last couple of years of his life. While visiting friends in Long Island, they drove us to the museum, so I could visit and learn more about it. The museum is housed in one of the old dormitory buildings.
The campus is now a cultural center and botanical garden. Great place to visit, especially if you have an interest in maritime history and art.
The entrance was tricky to find around back of Building D. Follow signs and use buzzer to enter.Written May 3, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - Mike WStaten Island, NY55 contributionsA pleasant place to hang out especially in the fall. Nice trails and easy hiking. Hard to believe your not in the middle of a urban environment.Written February 11, 2020This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- coachee1313Montvale, NJ1,103 contributionsA great ballpark with amazing views and you can find a spot to park on the street. The area is spotless and clean which amazes me by a public facility. Sparse crowds since an independent pro baseball team is there now. Still cool.Written July 20, 2022This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- hrobinson1114Nashville, TN5,826 contributionsThis small, intimate setting is a beautiful getaway from Manhattan. Alice Austen, much like many women photographers of her day, went unrecognized until her last days, and nearly died destitute. Her story, and that of her partner and family, is very interesting.
I’m giving this place five stars because it is beautiful, interesting, and full of heart. The docent was also kind and very knowledgeable. I do feel like Alice could be featured more—more stories or more of her photography? Or maybe much that isn’t available? What is there is still worth the hour it takes to go through the house and the tour.
Also offers beautiful gardens and views of Manhattan. Right on the water with lots of walking paths. Close to Snug Harbor, so you can make a half day or day of it. I drove, but the ferry ride over could make it even more fun.
Entrance fee was just over 10 dollars, so very reasonably priced. Lots of on street parking as well as a small lot in back.
They do events on the lawn, many free. Right now, as of May 2021, they are doing scheduled tours with individuals or households of five or less.
Not at the top of a NYC tourist list, but very worthy of a trip sometime.Written May 7, 2021This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
