Guidebook for Staten Island
Food Scene
Verrazano Grill
628 Midland AveTroy Liquor Bar
675 Hudson StBig Boys
2220 Midland AveAmazing pizza variety!
Sightseeing
Staten Island Ferry
Staten Island FerryStatue of Liberty Museum Shop
1 Liberty Island - Ellis IslandNew York City's only historic village is a collection of 28 landmarked buildings in a park-like setting. Visitors can stroll through this open-air museum and experience life from the 17th century until today. You can visit the oldest schoolhouse in the United States, the Voorlezer's House, which dates from 1695, watch a carpenter or tinsmith hone their trade, learn how to make soap, or see the village blacksmith pound out 19th century tools.
Historic Richmond Town offers group overnights, reenactments, workshops and the chance to explore New York City's oldest continuously working farm. Plenty of old fashioned fun awaits you at Historic Richmond Town!
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Historic Richmond Town
441 Clarke Ave New York City's only historic village is a collection of 28 landmarked buildings in a park-like setting. Visitors can stroll through this open-air museum and experience life from the 17th century until today. You can visit the oldest schoolhouse in the United States, the Voorlezer's House, which dates from 1695, watch a carpenter or tinsmith hone their trade, learn how to make soap, or see the village blacksmith pound out 19th century tools.
Historic Richmond Town offers group overnights, reenactments, workshops and the chance to explore New York City's oldest continuously working farm. Plenty of old fashioned fun awaits you at Historic Richmond Town!
One of the Oldest Military Sites in the U.S.
Built along the high ground of the Narrows is Fort Wadsworth, a formidable structure that has guarded New York City for over 200 years. Fort Wadsworth harkens back to an era when New York Harbor was protected by seacoast fortifications.
Today it is managed by the National Parks Service and is open to the public as part of the Gateway National Recreational Area. Visitors are welcome to explore the former military stronghold, and see New York Harbor from the perspective of the countless soldiers who helped to protect it. Informative tours led by park rangers are available year round.
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Fort Wadsworth
One of the Oldest Military Sites in the U.S.
Built along the high ground of the Narrows is Fort Wadsworth, a formidable structure that has guarded New York City for over 200 years. Fort Wadsworth harkens back to an era when New York Harbor was protected by seacoast fortifications.
Today it is managed by the National Parks Service and is open to the public as part of the Gateway National Recreational Area. Visitors are welcome to explore the former military stronghold, and see New York Harbor from the perspective of the countless soldiers who helped to protect it. Informative tours led by park rangers are available year round.
Parks & Nature
Miller Field
New Dorp LaneClove Lakes Park
1150 Clove RdConference House Park is a great destination for both nature and history buffs. This 267-acre site features four historic buildings from Staten Island's history. The Conference House, the Billopp House, the Ward House and Rutan-Beckett House all tell of New York's, and America's, past.
History surrounds you as you stroll along beautifully kept pathways. Nearby is the Conference House, name for an unsuccessful Revolutionary War peace attempt. Held between a British delegation and John Adams, Edward Rutledge, and Benjamin Franklin on September 11, 1776, no agreement was reached and the war continued for another seven years.
In addition to historic landmarks and breathtaking views, the park also boasts a newly refurbished playground, a Visitors Center, 2.5 miles of beach, paths for hiking and biking, and a "South Pole," which marks New York's southernmost point.
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Conference House Park
298 Satterlee StConference House Park is a great destination for both nature and history buffs. This 267-acre site features four historic buildings from Staten Island's history. The Conference House, the Billopp House, the Ward House and Rutan-Beckett House all tell of New York's, and America's, past.
History surrounds you as you stroll along beautifully kept pathways. Nearby is the Conference House, name for an unsuccessful Revolutionary War peace attempt. Held between a British delegation and John Adams, Edward Rutledge, and Benjamin Franklin on September 11, 1776, no agreement was reached and the war continued for another seven years.
In addition to historic landmarks and breathtaking views, the park also boasts a newly refurbished playground, a Visitors Center, 2.5 miles of beach, paths for hiking and biking, and a "South Pole," which marks New York's southernmost point.
Arts & Culture
One of America's earliest and most accomplished female photographers, Alice Austen (1866-1952) captured more than 8,000 photographs over the course of her fascinating life. The House today displays the life and work of Ms. Austen as well as features contemporary photo exhibits. The surrounding parkland features manicured gardens, mimicking Ms. Austen's photographs, and unforgettable views of New York Harbor.
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Alice Austen House
2 Hylan BlvdOne of America's earliest and most accomplished female photographers, Alice Austen (1866-1952) captured more than 8,000 photographs over the course of her fascinating life. The House today displays the life and work of Ms. Austen as well as features contemporary photo exhibits. The surrounding parkland features manicured gardens, mimicking Ms. Austen's photographs, and unforgettable views of New York Harbor.
In one day at Snug Harbor Cultural Center and Botanical Garden, you can visit art galleries, stroll beautiful gardens, sample the cultures of both Italy and China, and learn local maritime history.
Built in 1883 as a retirement home for sailors, the 83-acre site features five landmarked Greek Revival buildings - the largest collection of this style structure in the United States. Within their columned facades are museums, New York City's second oldest concert hall, and art galleries.
The surrounding grounds feature a network of gardens, including natural woodlands and 20 distinct gardens. Visitors can explore Victorian elegance in the White Garden or amble through the site's hedge maze in the Secret Garden. You can watch Monarchs and Painted Ladies fluttering in the Butterfly Garden or get a taste of Italy in the Tuscan Garden. The Garden of Healing, dedicated to the men and women lost in the attacks on September 11, 2001, provides a soothing retreat and a beautiful place to heal.
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Snug Harbor Cultural Center & Botanical Garden
1000 Richmond TerraceIn one day at Snug Harbor Cultural Center and Botanical Garden, you can visit art galleries, stroll beautiful gardens, sample the cultures of both Italy and China, and learn local maritime history.
Built in 1883 as a retirement home for sailors, the 83-acre site features five landmarked Greek Revival buildings - the largest collection of this style structure in the United States. Within their columned facades are museums, New York City's second oldest concert hall, and art galleries.
The surrounding grounds feature a network of gardens, including natural woodlands and 20 distinct gardens. Visitors can explore Victorian elegance in the White Garden or amble through the site's hedge maze in the Secret Garden. You can watch Monarchs and Painted Ladies fluttering in the Butterfly Garden or get a taste of Italy in the Tuscan Garden. The Garden of Healing, dedicated to the men and women lost in the attacks on September 11, 2001, provides a soothing retreat and a beautiful place to heal.
Shopping
Staten Island Mall
2655 Richmond AveEssentials
ShopRite of Hylan Blvd
2656 Hylan Blvd