Things to Do on Long Island
By Linda Tagliaferro, About.com Guide to Long Island, NY
There's a wealth of things to do on Long Island, from sports and recreation to museums and superb dining options. It's all here on Long Island. Read these articles to find out more.
- Monthly Calendars of Events
- Holidays and Annual Festivals
- Museums, Art Galleries & Aquarium
- Dining & Nightlife
Monthly Calendars of Events
Each month, you can read about all the wonderful events there are on Long Island. The calendars are updated every year.
- August Calendar of Events
- September Calendar of Events
- October Calendar of Events
- November Calendar of Events
- December Calendar of Events
Holidays and Annual Festivals
Learn about things to do on Long Island during various holidays, and find out about wonderful annual festivals in Nassau and Suffolk.
Museums, Art Galleries & Aquarium
Long Island boasts a world-class aquarium, art and science museums and much more. Find out more about these entertaining and educational places to visit.
- Free Things To Do On Long Island
- Top 10 Attractions on Long Island
- Top 10 Children's Attractions on Long Island
- Museum Sleepovers on Long Island
- Long Island Children's Museum
- The American Guitar Museum
- Cradle of Aviation Museum
- Atlantis Marine World
- Atlantis Explorer Tour Boat Cruises
- Garvies Point Museum & Preserve
- Outdoor Sculpture Garden - Nassau County Museum of Art
Dining & Nightlife
Long Island offers a wide variety of restaurants, bars and clubs. From traditional American fare to ethnic cuisine including Greek, Italian, Mexican and Indian restaurants, from casual to upscale dining, Long Island has it all.
- Top 10 Seafood Restaurants
- Long Island Outdoor Dining
- Affordable Long Island Wines
- Prime Restaurant
- Limani Restaurant
- Madras Woodlands Restaurant
- The Mill Pond House
- The Jolly Fisherman & Steak House
- Babylon Carriage House
- City Cellar Wine Bar & Grill
- Louie's Oyster Bar & Grille
- Mumon Restaurant
- The Back Room Trattoria
- California Pizza Kitchen
- Tellers Restaurant
- Rein at the Garden City Hotel
- Hurricane Alley - Montauk Yacht Club
- Besito Restaurant
- Porto Vivo Restaurant
Cruises on Long Island
With beautiful waterways and beaches, Long Island also offers some cruises to show you the natural wonders of a number of areas.
Sports & Recreation
Long Island offers sports for every age and ability. From tennis to golf and more, there's something for everyone here. Find information here about where to watch or participate in sports and other recreational activities.
Shopping
From malls that offer high fashion at bargain prices to thrift shops with hidden treasures, to boutiques that sell artisanal tea and other specialty items, Long Island is a shopper's paradise.
