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1. Old Westbury Gardens ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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2. Vanderbilt Museum and Planetarium ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Category: Kids & Family Fun
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3. Planting Fields Arboretum State Historic Park

Category: Weekend Activities & Fun Outdoors
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4. Long Island Aquarium and Exhibition Center

Category: Affordable Local Attractions
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5. MoMA PS1

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6. Brooklyn Botanic Garden

Category: Weekend Activities & Fun Outdoors
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7. Brooklyn Bridge

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8. Brooklyn Museum

Category: Museums & Culture for Couples
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9. Long Island Game Farm

Category: Weekend Activities & Fun Outdoors
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10. Coney Island

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11. Cradle of Aviation Museum

Category: Museums & Culture for Couples
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12. Flushing Meadows-Corona Park

Category: Weekend Activities & Fun Outdoors
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13. Jones Beach State Park

Category: Weekend Activities & Fun Outdoors
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14. Long Island Children's Museum

Category: Kids & Family Fun
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15. Caumsett State Park

Category: Weekend Activities & Fun Outdoors
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16. Lieb Cellars

Category: Nearby Food & Drink
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17. Queens County Farm Museum

Category: Weekend Activities & Fun Outdoors
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18. Montauk Point State Park

Category: Weekend Activities & Fun Outdoors
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19. Noguchi Museum

Category: Museums & Culture for Couples
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20. Harmony Vineyards

Category: Nearby Food & Drink
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21. Sagamore Hill

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22. The Heckscher Museum of Art

Category: Museums & Culture for Couples
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23. White Post Farm

Category: Weekend Activities & Fun Outdoors
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Summary and Frequenly Asked Questions:

  • Q: Where is Long Island located?
  • A: Long Island is located on the Atlantic Ocean in southeastern New York State, east of New York City.
  • Q: What is a popular summer destination on Long Island?
  • A: The famous Jones Beach State Park is a popular summer destination for city folks looking to enjoy the beach and outdoor activities.
  • Q: What attractions can be found on Long Island?
  • A: Long Island is home to sandy beaches, great restaurants, and historic sites such as the late-1700s Montauk Point Light.
  • Q: What family-friendly attraction is available on Long Island?
  • A: The Long Island Aquarium offers a fascinating experience with marine life and exhibits for visitors of all ages.
  • Q: What large parks can visitors explore on Long Island?
  • A: Visitors can explore large parks such as Camp Hero State Park and Montauk Point State Park, offering scenic beauty and outdoor activities.

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