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10 Things to do Good for Kids in Staten Island That You Shouldn't Miss
The most suburban of the five boroughs, Staten Island is often neglected as a tourist destination. Take a ride from Manhattan on the Staten Island Ferry and get some of the best views of New York City for free, then stick around and see what Staten Island has to offer. Check out the Himalayan monastery-style Jacques Marchais Museum of Tibetan Art, or visit Historic Richmond Town for a recreation of colonial New York. The beautiful Hamilton Park neighborhood was the setting for "The Godfather."
Restaurants in Staten Island
1. Amazing Escape Room
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5.0 based on 286 reviews
Can you escape? Working together as a team, you will challenge your minds to solve puzzles,clues,riddles and tricks..your goal is simple- escape the room in sixty minutes or less. Do you have it takes?
Reviewed By kylethomas17 - Bensalem, United States
such an amazing time doing the Mission Space room! he was very friendly and that room was outstanding!!! Thank you so much!
2. Unreal Escapes - Staten Island's Premiere Live Escape Room
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5.0 based on 196 reviews
UNREAL ESCAPES - Staten Island & New York City's' Premier Live Escape Room Entertainment Experience. A family friendly venue that will challenge your mind while bringing excitement, suspense, and loads of fun to everyone that feels they are up for the challenge. We have a huge private party room for all occasions. At Unreal Escapes, The Games Are Real The Experiences Are UNREAL. Corporate Team building, private and group parties are something we specialize in. We are a cutting edge entertainment company with your enjoyment in mind. Bring your coworkers, friends, employees, family, dates, or come to us and we will pair you up with other like minded adventure seekers for the experience of a lifetime. At Unreal Escapes, we don’t conform to standards, We Create Them!
Reviewed By Elizabeth_AnnN5
SO FUN!! Come here, it is soo fun to do these, I did the disco room and battle ship, was able to escape both!
3. Noble Maritime Collection
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4.5 based on 35 reviews
Located on the grounds of Snug Harbor Cultural Center, this art and maritime history museum centers on the art and writings of John A. Noble (1913-1983.)
4. Staten Island Children's Museum
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4.5 based on 90 reviews
The Staten Island Children’s Museum features 10 indoor and 2 outdoor exhibits, a dedicated art workshop and a performance space. Visitors can explore different climates, examine bugs and other arthropods, learn about construction, build with blocks, hop on board a fire truck and play games throughout the interactive exhibits. The 4-acre East Meadow offers a perfect outdoor setting to run, play and picnic. The Children's Museum is engaging, affordable and focused on STEAM learning. In addition to the exhibits, it hosts a variety of programs throughout the year, including cultural performances & celebrations, summertime "Boogie Woogie Wednesday" dance performances, as well as mini-camps during the summer and during NYC public school breaks.
Reviewed By kevinrO5610BP - Staten Island, United States
A good place to go with kids to have a good time, I love the fire truck and the indoor set up since it is well designed to suit best for kids.
5. Alice Austen House Museum & Garden
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4.5 based on 75 reviews
This gingerbread cottage was the home of one of America's most revered photographers, whose works are exhibited here.
Reviewed By RSandwichNYC - Staten Island, United States
The Alice Austen House is a charming historical home set idyllically on the North Shore of Staten Island with magnificent views of New York Harbor. The house is being beautifully restored and the grounds contain lovely gardens. Photographic exhibits are presented during the course of their season.
6. High Rock Park
7. Fort Wadsworth
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 192 reviews
This fort played an important role in U.S. history starting during the Revolutionary War.
Reviewed By Ammous - New York City, United States
One of my favorite spots in NYC. Excellent view of Manhattan and the ocean. Perfect for a nice walk, jog or bike.
8. Snug Harbor Cultural Center
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4.5 based on 300 reviews
Snug Harbor Cultural Center & Botanical Garden, a distinguished Smithsonian Affiliate, is Staten Island's premier destination for culture and entertainment. Set within a stunning 83-acre park-like setting, Snug Harbor presents a unique blend of gardens, museums, theaters, educational opportunities, and seasonal festivals. Snug Harbor's historic grounds and Greek Revival buildings house arts organizations with the area's most vibrant and intriguing activities, providing numerous ways for visitors of all ages and backgrounds to explore. The richness of this captivating environment truly makes Snug Harbor the heart of Staten Island's social life and a must-see destination in the region. Entrance to Snug Harbor's campus is free. Entrance to the Newhouse Center for Contemporary Art and the Chinese Scholar's Garden is $5. The Snug Harbor grounds are open daily, dawn to dusk. The Chinese Scholar's Garden is open from Tuesday - Sunday, 10am-5pm (last admission at 4:30pm). The Newhouse Center for Contemporary Art is open Wednesday - Sunday, 10am-5pm. Check our Facebook page for current happenings and upcoming events!
Reviewed By kevinrO5610BP - Staten Island, United States
It is a great place to visit for a walk and see those buildings, if you are lucky you'll find a festival, musical or something going on here every weekend so you can visit it and enjoy. It is well maintained and nice attraction for Staten Island.
9. St. George Theatre
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4.5 based on 78 reviews
Reviewed By scruz777 - Staten Island, United States
We visited the St. George Theater on Staten Island to see the 15th annual Christmas Show. The event includes local performers and dancers from around SI. It was ok. The theater itself is a site to behold! It's being refurbished over many years and has an early 20th century atmosphere, very baroque. I've seen several shows here and there are very few bad seats in the house. RCSB seats are especially good if you get event tickets early. They have an eclectic list of events including cover bands, oldies, DJs, and movies! Prices are typically equivalent to the talent.
10. Franklin D. Roosevelt Boardwalk and Beach
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 124 reviews
Reviewed By bundyc2015 - Staten Island, United States
One of the few great places left on SI where you can get fresh air and great views of the beach, Verrazano Bridge (you can even go right up close underneath the bridge - very surreal) you can see NYC skyline also. During the summer weekends there are festivals and live music. If you have kids there are different kinds of playgrounds for them along the whole boardwalk and pavement. Parking is plentiful. Bathrooms are open til 7pm during the summers. There is even fishing pier. At night things can get sketchy since some parts are not well lite up. There is even an ice cream/refreshment stand open during the summer near the South Fin Grill. You can also rent bicycles for 2 to 5 people.
