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  • Our editors recommend these diverse local experiences.

1. Long Island Aquarium ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Category: Attractions

2. Visit the Jamesport Farm Brewery ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Category: Activities
Visit the Jamesport Farm Brewery
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3. Spend a romantic evening at the Suffolk Theater

Category: Entertainment

4. Riverhead Raceway

Category: Entertainment
Riverhead Raceway
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5. Hallockville Museum Farm

Category: Activities

6. Harbes Orchard

Category: Activities

7. Tweeds Restaurant and Buffalo Bar

Category: Food & Drink
Tweeds Restaurant and Buffalo Bar
© Tweeds Restaurant and Buffalo Bar

8. Railroad Museum of Long Island

Category: Kids & Family
Railroad Museum of Long Island
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9. Goodale Farms

Category: Activities

10. The All Star

Summary and Frequenly Asked Questions:

  • Located on the north shore of Long Island, just 78 miles from New York City, Riverhead is a historic small town with a lot to offer visitors.
  • If you are visiting with the family, the primary attractions include the Long Island Aquarium and the Riverhead Raceway.
  • Apple picking at one of two orchards tops the list of things to do in September and October.
  • Adults can visit a number of local craft breweries, a winery, and a distillery or brush up on their history knowledge at the Hallockville Museum Farm.
  • The Suffolk Theater and the Vail-Leavitt Music Hall add a dose of culture to the mix.
  • Tweeds Restaurant serves great food in a brilliant historic setting.

The drive from NYC takes about 1.5 hours.


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