Staten Island

Staten Island
url:
nycgo.com | statenislandusa.com
area:
59 square miles
population:
491,000+
travel time from Times Square:
30 minutes
The Staten Island Ferry—the commuter line running from Lower
Manhattan to its namesake borough—remains among NYC’s bestkept secrets for visitors. The boat ride is free, offers great views of the
Statue of Liberty and the skyline and departs 24/7. Once you arrive
at the St. George Ferry Terminal, walk the scenic Esplanade to the
September 11 Memorial, then take in the Staten Island Museum and
the storied St. George neighborhood. From there, you can move on to
Historic Richmond Town, a 100-plus-acre living museum with homes
and a working farm, or check out the exhibits and flowers in bloom
at the Snug Harbor Cultural Center & Botanical Garden. Staten Island
celebrates its 350th anniversary this year, so watch for special events.
View of downtown
Manhattan from the
Staten Island Ferry.
SIGHTSEEING &
TOURS (pg. 90)
highlights:
The Greenbelt | sigreenbelt.org | 718 667 2165
Thousands of acres of nature and recreational areas.
Snug Harbor Cultural Center & Botanical Garden | snug-harbor.org | 718 448 2500
The Chinese Scholar’s Garden is a must-see.
Staten Island Children’s Museum| statenislandkids.org | 718 273 2060
Huge board games, costumes and more interactive, educational fun.
Staten Island Ferry | nyc.gov/dot | 311 or 212 639 9675
Free scenic boat ride from Lower Manhattan to St. George and back.
Staten Island Yankees | siyanks.com | 718 720 9265
Minor-league baseball with panoramic waterfront views.
St. George Theatre | stgeorgetheatre.com | 718 442 2900
Recently refurbished historic venue hosts music, comedy, dance and more

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