10 Of The Most Unique Places To Visit On Long Island

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Montauk Point Lighthouse

Located at the easternmost tip of Long Island, Montauk Point Lighthouse is one of the oldest lighthouses in the United States. 

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The Big Duck

A Long Island landmark, the Big Duck is a giant duck-shaped building originally built in the 1930s as a duck farm stand. Today, it serves as a tourist attraction and gift shop in Flanders.

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Planting Fields Arboretum State Historic Park

This historic estate in Oyster Bay features over 400 acres of gardens, woodlands, and greenhouses. 

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Fire Island Lighthouse

Situated on the western end of Fire Island, this iconic lighthouse offers stunning views of the Great South Bay and the Atlantic Ocean. 

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Theodore Roosevelt's Sagamore Hill

Visit the former home of President Theodore Roosevelt in Oyster Bay. The estate, also known as Sagamore Hill, offers guided tours of the historic house and surrounding grounds.

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Long Island Aquarium

Located in Riverhead, the Long Island Aquarium is home to a diverse array of marine life, including sharks, sea turtles, and jellyfish. Visitors can also enjoy interactive exhibits and animal encounters.

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Vanderbilt Museum and Planetarium

Explore the opulent mansion and grounds of William K. Vanderbilt II in Centerport. The museum features exhibits on natural history, marine life, and astronomy, as well as a planetarium.

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Cradle of Aviation Museum

Exhibits include historic aircraft, space artifacts, and interactive displays highlighting Long Island's contributions to aerospace technology.

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Sands Point Preserve

This 216-acre park in Port Washington features historic mansions, formal gardens, wooded trails, and scenic views of Long Island Sound. 

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Shelter Island

Accessible by ferry from Greenport or Sag Harbor, Shelter Island offers a peaceful retreat with pristine beaches, nature preserves, and charming shops and restaurants.